Foster open, respectful, and professional communication across teams and leadership Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Business, Energy Policy, or a related field Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in stakeholder engagement, public affairs, communications, regulatory policy, or energy industry roles Demonstrated success managing stakeholder relationships in complex regulatory or policy environments Proven ability to influence and advise senior leadership on stakeholder engagement and communications strategy Strong strategic communications and messaging development skills, with the ability to craft narratives that resonate across diverse and sometimes skeptical audiences Ability to translate complex energy, regulatory, and market concepts into clear and compelling messaging for non-technical audiences Strong facilitation, relationship-building, and executive presentation skills A bias for action and demonstrated ability to build programs, relationships, and presence where little existed before Preferred Existing relationships within Texas and or Oklahoma utilities, with key stakeholders, county commissioners, and/or policy makers * Experience working with executive leadership, regulators, and energy industry stakeholders in a high-visibility, external-facing role Location To be considered for the role, you must reside near Dallas - Fort Worth, TX, or Austin, TX. Title Director, External Affairs Reports To Chief Power Officer The Job The Director of External Affairs leads efforts to advance Core Scientific's strategic position and stakeholder adoption across Texas, Oklahoma, and other markets, directly influencing organizational growth, market expansion, and key stakeholder and partner alignment.