Description

Georgia Institute of Technology, a public research institution in Atlanta, Georgia, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of director of international student & scholar services. This is an on-site leadership role.

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 50,000 students through top- ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted $1.37 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and is number one among institutions without a medical school.

Reporting to the associate vice provost for international academic programs and partnerships, the director of international student and scholar services (ISSS) leads the immigration, compliance, and support services for the undergraduate and graduate international student and J-1 Exchange Visitor populations at the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech or GT). This position also supports the Georgia Tech community by understanding and responding to the specific needs of international students and by serving as a liaison with academic and administrative units. The director oversees the ISSS team, which includes 15 professional full-time staff members, seasonal temporary staff, and student workers, and manages a $1M Budget.

Qualifications
Requirements include a master's degree and at least seven years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A person in this position should have deep knowledge of F and J immigration regulations and be eligible to serve as the Primary Designated School Official (DSO) for the Department of Homeland Security's F visa program and the Responsible Officer (RO) for the Department of State's BridgeUSA Exchange Visitor Program.

Application and Nomination
Georgia Institute of Technology has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with leading this search. Review of applications will begin June 17, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via https://spelmanandjohnson.com/position/director-of-international-student-and-scholar-services/

• Contact Laura Puckett-Boler at lpb@spelmanjohnson.com for salary information and confidential inquiries.
• Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.

Visit the Georgia Institute of Technology website at www.gatech.edu

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

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