TheJobsMap
Urban Institute jobs and careers
As of November 12, 2026, Urban Institute has 5 open roles.
About Urban Institute
At the Urban Institute, we believe in the power of evidence to improve lives and strengthen communities. As a nonprofit focusing on social and economic policy, our researchers and policy entrepreneurs open minds, shape decisions, and identify transformative solutions to the most pressing issues of our time. Our Mission To open minds, shape decisions, and offer solutions through economic and social policy research. Our Values Collaboration, Equity, Inclusivity, Independence, and Integrity.
Founded in 1968 by Lyndon Johnson.
- Founded
- 1968
- Employees
- 251 to 500
- Total funding
- $1.9M
Leadership
The top of Urban Institute's org chart, with how many people report into each leader.
Sarah Rosen Wartell
President and Trustee
268 reports
Kimberlyn Leary
Executive Vice President
242 reports
Yasmin Kazzaz
Chief Operations Officer
22 reports
Matt Rogers
Chief Of Staff And Sr. Director Of Strategy
1 report
Paige Remington
Project Manager, Board of Trustees
Open roles at Urban Institute 5
- Research Assistant – Quantitative (Health, Income, and Benefits Policy Division)$65,650The Urban Institute3 weeks ago
- Senior Director, AI Studio$200k to $250kThe Urban Institute4 weeks ago
- Director, Accounting (Controller Department)$162k to $207kThe Urban Institute4 weeks ago
- Associate Director, Procurement and Partnerships$114k to $152kThe Urban Institute4 weeks ago
- Director, Grants & Contracts$162k to $207kThe Urban Institute3 months ago
Urban Institute jobs: common questions
- Is Urban Institute hiring right now?
- Yes. Urban Institute has 5 open roles listed as of November 12, 2026.
- How much does Urban Institute pay?
- Across open roles that list pay, the average advertised base salary at Urban Institute is $141k a year, and the highest is $250k.
- Who leads Urban Institute?
- Sarah Rosen Wartell, President and Trustee, is at the top of Urban Institute's org chart.
- How do I apply for a job at Urban Institute?
- Pick a role on Urban Institute's TheJobsMap page and select Apply. Every listing links to the original posting on Urban Institute's own careers site, so you apply directly with the employer.