Public Policy Specialist at Riot Platforms

Job description

About Riot Platforms Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure. Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes. Who we are At Riot, we’re building the future of digital infrastructure. Our team members have unparalleled opportunities to work on groundbreaking initiatives. Through technical excellence and strategic execution, Riot has positioned itself as a leader in the industry driving advancements that continue to set new benchmarks in digital infrastructure. We are trailblazers. Problem solvers. People who thrive in fast paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring relentless focus to efficiency and execution. About the role Riot is seeking a motivated, analytically strong public-policy professional to support the company’s growth in new and existing communities. This role is ideal for someone with approximately five years of professional experience who is eager to learn by doing, comfortable working independently, and excited by the opportunity to help solve real-world challenges at the intersection of infrastructure, communities, government, and business. The Public Policy Specialist will help evaluate prospective sites and communities; conduct on-the-ground research; identify policy, political, and reputational risks and opportunities; prepare materials for public engagement; and support Riot’s relationships with government and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong political instincts, excellent writing and presentation skills, intellectual curiosity, and a humble, team-first mindset. Experience with data centers, energy, local campaigns, government, public affairs, or infrastructure development is valuable but not required. This is a flexible U.S.-based position that requires travel to communities and project sites What you'll do List the essential duties and functions of the role. Conduct research and on-the-ground “reconnaissance” for prospective development sites and communities, identifying local political dynamics, stakeholder interests, public-policy considerations, and potential risks and opportunities. Monitor local and state government activity, public meetings, legislation, regulations, media coverage, and community discussions relevant to Riot’s business. Prepare concise research memos, stakeholder maps, community profiles, issue analyses, briefing books, presentations, and meeting materials. Support the development of strategies for public hearings, community engagement, government outreach, and approval processes. Draft talking points, public comments, testimony, letters, presentations, FAQs, and other external-affairs materials. Assist with outreach to local elected officials, government staff, community organizations, economic-development groups, and other stakeholders. Attend public meetings, hearings, community events, and other external engagements; summarize key takeaways and recommend follow-up actions. Partner closely with internal colleagues across development, operations, energy, legal, communications, and executive teams. Help maintain accurate tracking of policy developments, stakeholders, commitments, meeting notes, and project-specific action items. Contribute to public-facing and social-media efforts when appropriate, including monitoring conversations, identifying emerging issues, and helping create clear, respectful communications. Support special projects and rapidly evolving priorities with energy, sound judgment, and attention to detail. What you'll bring Approximately 5 years of relevant professional experience in public policy, government affairs, political campaigns, public affairs, community engagement, comm