State and Local Economic Development Manager

Crusoe is building the World’s Favorite AI-first Cloud infrastructure company. We’re pioneering vertically integrated,  purpose-built AI infrastructure solutions trusted by Fortune 500 companies to power their most advanced AI applications. Crusoe is redefining AI cloud infrastructure, with a mission to align the future of computing with the future of the climate. Our AI platform is recognized as the "gold standard" for reliability and performance. Our data centers are optimized for AI workloads and are powered by clean, renewable energy.

Be part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About the Role:
A key role on the Government Affairs team, leading state and local policy and community engagement and ensuring key stakeholders have positive relationships with Crusoe. You will act as an advocate on behalf of Crusoe and serve as an internal expert to both internal and external entities on a variety of key social and governmental issues that allow Crusoe to conduct business in the most productive way as well as lead on key local engagement initiatives such as navigating tax incentives, interconnection timelines and requirements, permitting where appropriate and state/local legislative and regulatory challenges.

This work is performed in a dynamic, sometimes volatile and highly visible political environment that involves significant reputation and brand considerations. With your experience, network, and policy knowledge, a successful Team Member will be open, intellectually curious, and committed to working in a bipartisan fashion.

Crusoe’s Public Affairs/ESG team is highly collaborative, and each Team Member is expected to bring their input and recommendations to the team’s work. This includes Team Member civic engagement and awareness, and external and internal risk and reputation management, all consistent with Crusoe’s values and purpose.

As a Manager, State and Local Policy at Crusoe, you’ll be an integral part of our Public Affairs team, driving impactful advocacy and fostering strategic relationships with local elected officials and community stakeholders. You’ll work closely with the Senior Director of Public Affairs and collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to influence public policy and enhance Crusoe’s competitive edge in a dynamic and visible political environment.

What You'll Be Working On:

Advocacy and Representation:

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with local elected officials and public safety leaders, such as district attorneys and police chiefs.

• Advocate on behalf of Crusoe with local lawmakers, including mayors, city council members, local planning commissions, and other local government stakeholders.

• In close collaboration with the Senior Director of Public Affairs, represent Crusoe in industry groups, working groups, and coalitions.

Problem Solving and Issue Management:

• Address local issues impacting sites of operation including neighborhood complaints and good neighbor agreements.

• Partner with the Senior Director of Public Affairs to monitor legislative developments, conduct policy research, and support state and local advocacy efforts.

Community Engagement:

• Drive business imperative workstreams in collaboration with the Business Development team such as site selection, navigating tax incentives and leading local advocacy efforts

• Collaborate with the cross-functional teams to support events such as groundbreakings, ribbon-cuttings, and other community events

• Partner with the ESG/Community Impact team to represent Crusoe at relevant events and initiatives.

• Support grassroots activities, including calls to action, site tours, and local activations

Strategic Insight and Trend Monitoring:

• Develop an intelligence-gathering strategy to identify emerging trends and proactively address potential impacts to the business.

• Support the shaping of advocacy priorities in alignment with Crusoe’s business objectives and values in close collaboration with the Senior Director of Public Affairs

• Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience.

• 3–5 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or external engagement.

• Experience with energy, tech (AI and data centers) or real estate issues a plus

• Availability to travel up to 25%

• Proven ability to analyze complex policy issues, solve problems creatively, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills, with a track record of building lasting relationships with stakeholders.

• Commitment to upholding discretion and sensitivity when working with confidential information.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and contribute to Crusoe’s values-driven culture.

• Demonstrates ability to quickly assimilate new information in order to understand complex client challenges

• Possesses superior writing, editing and research skills relevant to the demands of the discipline

• Generates creative ideas, communicates complex ideas and provides meaningful input and assistance to deliverable development for clients

• Demonstrates ability to work independently and solicits guidance only when needed

• Works in a proactive manner

• Works to become a subject matter expert on certain policy issues

Benefits:

• Industry competitive pay

• Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

• Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

• Employer contributions to HSA accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Teladoc

• 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• Cell phone reimbursement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Subscription to the Calm app

• MetLife Legal

• Company paid commuter benefit; $200/month

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $111,000-$135,000+ Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.