The opportunity
Anthropic is building AI systems that will shape the trajectory of one of the most consequential technologies in human history. That work requires physical infrastructure at significant scale, and building that infrastructure the right way means being a real, long-term partner to the communities where we operate.
What you'll do
Build and maintain trusted, sustained relationships with county: commissioners, mayors and city and town councils, planning and zoning bodies, state economic development agencies (such as Montana's Department of Commerce and Utah's Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity), community groups, civic leaders, educational institutions, and workforce partners in the Montana and Utah data center markets you cover
Engage respectfully and meaningfully with Tribal governments and Native: communities in Montana and Utah, recognizing Tribal sovereignty, building sustained relationships, and supporting consultation and partnership efforts related to our projects
Develop and execute a community engagement strategy for each of your markets,: spanning site selection, pre-development, construction, and ongoing operations
Build external coalitions, host education and listening sessions, and design: local solutions that deliver real benefits to the communities where we operate
Represent Anthropic in public forums, town halls, planning hearings, community events, and local media
Monitor community sentiment and local political dynamics, and advise internal: teams on risks, opportunities, and the right pace and posture for engagement
What they're looking for
- + years of experience in community engagement specifically on data center,: utility, energy, or large-scale industrial infrastructure projects, or in local government
- Familiarity with land use, zoning, and permitting processes at the county and: municipal level in Montana and/or Utah, and with water rights and water use questions in the Mountain West
- Experience managing corporate social responsibility programs
- Established relationships with economic development, workforce, or civic: organizations in the markets this role covers
- Experience working with real estate, legal, communications, and policy teams at the same time
- Experience working with Tribal governments and Native communities in Montana: or Utah, including familiarity with consultation processes, Tribal sovereignty and treaty considerations, or community benefit and partnership agreements
- A genuine interest in the communities where you work, not just the projects you are managing
