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At Roosevelt, you can build a rewarding career within the progressive movement; help make our economy and democracy work for the many and not the few; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career.

Our Workplace

At the Roosevelt Institute, you can build a rewarding career within the progressive movement; help make our economy and democracy work for the many and not the few; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We recognize that the culture of the workplace and opportunities for career growth and development are important to all. We believe that diversity of background and experience among our people make our work to rewrite the rules of our economy and society stronger and better.

Roosevelt is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to consider all applications in all job classifications without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military status, height and weight, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest record, or other legally protected status. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ candidates to apply. There is a handicapped-accessible, all gender/gender neutral bathroom on site.

Our Work

Roosevelt takes on today’s greatest challenges by advancing bold, cutting-edge research and policy ideas. We believe that the future of the American economy and our democracy depends on a new way of thinking about markets and government. Too few people hold too much economic and political power today, and we know that a stronger society is possible if we rectify this imbalance between private actors and the public. With a commitment to transforming corporations, restructuring markets, reviving democratic institutions, and reimagining the role of government, our work moves our nation toward a more resilient, equitable, and green future. Join us in restructuring our economy to make both the private and public sectors better serve more Americans.

(Opens in a new window) Chief of External Relations
Roosevelt Institute, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005
The CExRel will report to the Roosevelt Institute’s CEO, developing and executing strategies to ensure that Roosevelt’s actionable influence work is targeted and successful. Roosevelt’s worldview and people have won many victories. And, at the same time, the political landscape is shifting. We are at a hinge moment in history. New paradigm wins, on everything from antitrust to strengthening union power, are fragile. A CExRel at Roosevelt will lead the development of our external approach at this critical time, and be a public-facing principal making this case to Roosevelt’s many audiences.
(Opens in a new window) Director, Strategic Initiatives
Roosevelt Institute, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005
The Roosevelt Institute is hiring a Director, Strategic Initiatives to help lead government relations (GR) and communications strategy from within the think tank. The Director, Strategic Initiatives will work closely with subject-area experts to help them develop work plans that are responsive to changing political conditions, identify and take advantage of policy windows, and defend progressive policy priorities. They will serve as an essential connector between the think tank and Roosevelt’s external relations team.
(Opens in a new window) Director, Tax Policy and Analysis
Roosevelt Institute, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005
The Roosevelt Institute is hiring a Director, Tax Policy and Analysis to lead the organization’s work to build a more progressive tax code that rebalances power in our economy and democracy. The Director’s work will combine long-range strategy development, research and writing, spokesperson work, and day-to-day management. Their time will be divided roughly as follows: 40 percent personal research and writing; 30 percent managing fellows and contract authors; 20 percent promoting work of program; 10 percent administrative and management tasks (for example, supporting the development team). Included in the time devoted to research and writing and fellows management may be supporting research associates and program managers.
(Opens in a new window) Finance Associate
This role is onsite/hybrid and will require occasional travel to the Roosevelt Institute's Midtown Manhattan office approximately 1–2 days per week, located at 570 Lexington Avenue, Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10022
What You’ll Do: The Finance Associate reports directly to the Senior Finance Manager and works closely with the finance and operation teams to support the daily payable activities of the Roosevelt Institute, its (c)(4) partner organization, and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library program at the Institute. This is a non-management/individual contributor, unionized, team role.
(Opens in a new window) Senior Executive Assistant and Board Liaison
Roosevelt Institute, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the Senior Executive Assistant and Board Liaison (Senior Executive Assistant to President and CEO) serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Office of the President. The Sr. Executive Assistant/Liaison serves to enhance the CEO's effectiveness by providing necessary executive support. The Sr. Executive Assistant/Liaison manages the CEO's schedule, ensuring that her time is spent on matters of highest priority; serves as a liaison to the board of directors and executive team; organizes and coordinates CEO outreach and external relations efforts; supports the fundraising team; and oversees special projects. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Senior Executive Assistant and Board Liaison (Senior Executive Assistant to President and CEO) serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Office of the President. The Sr. Executive Assistant/Liaison serves to enhance the CEO's effectiveness by providing necessary executive support. The Sr. Executive Assistant/Liaison manages the CEO's schedule, ensuring that her time is spent on matters of highest priority; serves as a liaison to the board of directors and executive team; organizes and coordinates CEO outreach and external relations efforts; supports the fundraising team; and oversees special projects.

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