Center Coordinator, Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center

Position description

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.

About the Economic Studies Program:The Economic Studies (ES) program analyzes current and emerging economic issues facing the United States and the world and, based on that research, provides innovative, practical policy recommendations. ES’s work covers a broad array of economic issues, including economic growth, economic opportunity and mobility, the labor market, regulation, health policy, the environment, tax policy, retirement policy, and fiscal and monetary policy. Economic Studies scholars influence key economic policies by conducting rigorous and relevant research and then disseminating and communicating their findings to the policy community and to the broader public.

About the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center (TPC):Aims to provide independent analyses of current and longer-term tax issues and to communicate its analyses to the public and to policymakers in a timely and accessible manner. The Center combines top national experts in tax, expenditure, budget policy, and microsimulation modeling to concentrate on overarching areas of tax policy that are critical to future debate.

Position Location:This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC office with the option of two days of remote work each week.

Please Note:This position is included in the staff bargaining unit, Brookings United, affiliated with the IFPTE Local 70 union, and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

Ready to contribute to Brookings success?

The Center Coordinator provides administrative, project, events, and communications support to the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, working closely with the Co-Director and other center scholars to coordinate all center activities, deadlines, and deliverables, and provide some direct administrative assistance.

Center Coordination and Project Support (50%)

• Serve as the administrative and organizational hub for the on the Brookings side of the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, ensuring smooth operations across projects, events, and communications.

• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and information flow among Center scholars, staff, and external partners; track deadlines and follow up proactively to keep projects on schedule.

• Facilitate coordination between the Brookings and Urban Institute teams to ensure alignment on joint activities, publications, events, and communications. Act as a central point of contact to help both sides stay informed and coordinated.

• Support the preparation of grant proposals and reports, including gathering materials, maintaining records, and coordinating with Development and Finance teams.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of Center activities, including publications, meetings, outreach, and scholar bios/CVs.

• Assist with light research tasks, including literature reviews, data gathering, or background research.

• Use sound judgment to identify potential issues and propose solutions; exercise discretion in handling confidential information.

Event and Meeting Coordination (25%)

• Plan and execute public and private events, conferences, and meetings in collaboration with Center leadership and the Events team.

• Manage logistics such as invitations, agendas, participant communications, travel arrangements, contracts, and reimbursements.

• Provide on-site or virtual event support, helping ensure professional execution and positive participant experiences.

Communication and Outreach Support (15%)

• Work with the communications team to maintain accurate and timely public-facing materials, including website content, newsletters, and social media updates.

• Draft and edit content for web pages, invitations, and outreach materials; assist with layout, formatting, and proofreading of Center publications.

• Track and share the Center’s media coverage, engagement, and impact.

Administrative and Operational Support (10%)

• Provide scheduling and administrative support to senior scholars and staff, including calendar management, correspondence, and travel arrangements.

• Monitor expenses, track reimbursements, and coordinate with Finance as needed.

• Support general office and operational needs and assist with special projects or Center-wide initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion,diversityand community, and bring the following qualifications:

Education/Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. Three years of relevant work experience required, experience can come from part-time work, work in a college setting, internships, or relevant courses. Project coordination experience in a fast-paced work environment and a background in a research or academic setting are strongly preferred. Experience providing scheduling and special assistance to executive level staff of an organization/office, and experience in conference planning, are a plus.Must be authorized to work for any employer in the US.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Uses judgment to identify opportunities and anticipate problems, suggest solutions. Excellent organizational, writing and verbal communication skills, and people skills. Ability to work independently and with a team; ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision; initiative, poise, mature judgment, and attention to detail. Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and manage competing demands. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Demonstrated ability to interact diplomatically and professionally with high-level officials and their designees with confidence. Interest in economics, public policy, and social science preferred. Basic HTML/web publishing experience; familiarity with WordPress, InDesign, and other publishing tools preferred. Comfort with learning new software/tools required.

Application instructions

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