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Who We Are:

It's exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.

As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is **Powered by People** . People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

Who You Are:

The **Economic Development and Policy Analyst** plays a core and critical role within QTS’s public policy and economic development team. This in-house role will work closely with marketing operations, public policy, and cross-functional QTS teams to generate deal and policy specific content designed to successfully educate and advocate on behalf of QTS’s strategic interests. Central to this role is the accompanying research, analysis, and administrative duties that drive engagements to a successful close and facilitate long-term public-private partnerships. Duties will include the development of assets and presentation material, tracking and reporting activities, and assisting with internal and external partnerships. The Analyst will be responsible for maintaining, updating, and facilitating the community outreach playbook, market analysis materials, policy tracking documents, and key issue reporting.

What You Will Do:

+ Conduct research and analysis on economic development and policy initiatives in support of QTS’s strategic growth and goals.

+ Generate assets and presentation materials, update trackers, and provide administrative support.

+ Develop and execute the community outreach playbook.

+ Conduct data-driven market analysis and policy tracking to support economic development initiatives.

+ Identify key issues and provide reporting on their impact on economic development and policy.

+ Support the budget, vendors, and onboarding processes.

+ Monitor progress of project milestones, change orders, and payment processes for compliance with project documentation; and communicate updates and other customer requirements.

+ Oversee project implementation, progress, and closeout; and effectively present information in a manner to support efficient decision making among internal teams, executive leadership, and customers.

+ Facilitate planning for and turnover to operations and security teams.

+ Provide support to Capital Markets team in regard to due diligence for loans.

What You Will Need to be Successful:

+ Bachelor's degree in economics, policy, public administration, related field, or professional equivalency.

+ Two or more years of experience in project management, economic development, policy analysis, or a related field.

+ Demonstrates strong problem solving and analytical skills required to correctly frame and guide critical decisions to ensure delivery of successful projects.

+ Experience with hyperscale data center development projects preferred.

+ Political campaign/ strategic communications experience preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities You Will Need:

+ Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Familiarity with budget management and vendor relationships.

+ Proven ability to conduct research and analysis on complex policy issues.

+ Knowledge of public relations and communication strategies.

+ Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

+ Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.

+ Ability to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

+ QRest Sabbatical

+ Employee Stock Purchase

+ QTS scholarship for dependents

+ Eagle Club award trip eligibility

+ Paid volunteer days

+ Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

Total Rewards

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:

Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf)

Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are _Powered by People_ . Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

+ Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting

+ Every employee is bonus or commission eligible

+ Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays

+ Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)

+ 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked

+ Pet and Legal Insurance

+ Q-Rest Sabbatical Program

+ Q-Anniversary Service Award Program

+ Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers

+ Military Benefits Package

+ QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

+ QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

+ QTS Crisis Fund

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement Program