Julie Guerrero Schor (She/Her/Ella)
About Julie Guerrero Schor (She/Her/Ella)
Julie Guerrero Schor serves as the Director of Center Operations at the Urban Institute, where she leads research efforts on family and individual well-being. With a background in finance and program management, she has held various positions in organizations focused on social innovation and community development.
Work at Urban Institute
Julie Guerrero Schor serves as the Director of Center Operations at the Urban Institute, specifically within the Center on Labor, Human Services, and Population-LHP. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization for five years. In her role, she leads center operations that support research focused on family and individual well-being. Her work emphasizes the impact of policies and programs on economic security, human capital, family stability, and child development. She also acts as the primary liaison between the center and various departments, including finance, accounting, contracts, technology, human resources, and facilities.
Previous Experience at The Aspen Institute
Prior to her current role, Julie Guerrero Schor worked at The Aspen Institute from 2016 to 2019. She began as a Senior Finance and Program Associate in the Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation for two years before advancing to Associate Director of Finance and Programs for one year. In these positions, she was involved in financial management and program development, contributing to the institute's mission of fostering social change.
Educational Background
Julie Guerrero Schor has a strong academic background in planning and development. She studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a Master of City Planning (MCP) and a Post Graduate Certificate in Housing and Community Development, both completed between 1995 and 1997. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from the University of Michigan, which she completed from 1990 to 1994.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives
In her role at the Urban Institute, Julie Guerrero Schor fosters a workplace culture that emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion. She supports staff through various processes, including proposal development, budget compilation, and financial reporting. Her leadership aims to create an environment that respects and supports diverse perspectives and experiences within the organization.
Career Development and Teaching Experience
Julie Guerrero Schor has a diverse career history that includes teaching and program management. She worked as an Elective/Intersession Teacher at E.L. Haynes Public Charter School for three months in 2010. Additionally, she served as a Museum Teacher at the National Building Museum from 2010 to 2014, where she contributed to educational programming. Her experience also includes leadership roles in various organizations, enhancing her skills in operations and development.