Director-Export & Trade Compliance

Inside Higher Ed; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking a Director of Export & Trade Compliance. This role involves managing the export control program, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing training to staff. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and possess extensive experience in research administration, particularly in export controls. The position is full-time with a salary range of $140,000 – $155,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Seven years in research administration with five years in export control.
• Management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the export control program.
• Lead compliance initiatives across campus.
• Provide education and training on compliance.

Skills

Export control expertise

Management experience

Compliance training

Problem-solving

Understanding of ITAR and EAR

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Master’s Degree in relevant field

Export-control certifications

Job description

Job Title

Director – Export & Trade Compliance

Organization

equally: Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech)

Location

Atlanta, Georgia

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the export control program ensuring compliance with ITAR, EAR, OFAC, FAR, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead implementation of trade compliance initiatives across campus, aligning with local, U.S., and USG policy.
• Provide education and training to staff and stakeholders on compliance, including problem‑solving tools and continuous‑improvement practices.
• Serve as part of the ORIA leadership team, integrating export control, compliance, and research integrity needs.
• Manage and supervise drafting, submission, tracking of ITAR/EAR authorizations, evaluating exemptions and exceptions.
• Act as subject‑matter expert on trade issues such as country‑of‑origin determinations, valuations, embargoes, anti‑boycott compliance, and red‑flag issues.
• Support import/export compliance activities, licenses, auditing, and process redesign.
• Identify protocols requiring special review and maintain confidentiality throughout the review process.
• Serve as the primary empowered official for transactional compliance and guide appointment of additional empowered officials.
• Perform any other job‑related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or a related field; or equivalent education and experience.
• Seven or more years of experience in research administration (industry or higher education) with at least five years of significant export‑control expertise.
• More than two years of management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Export‑control certifications such as ECoP, EXCS, or CUSECO.
• Membership in the State Bar of Georgia or eligibility to obtain a license within 12 months.
• Juris Doctorate or advanced science/engineering degree focused on trade controls.
• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related field.

Proposed Salary

$140,000 – $155,000

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• No financial responsibilities.
• No driving required.
• Position of trust (requires background check). Includes credit, education, and background checks.
• Travel up to 10% of the time.
• No security clearance required.

Background Check

Successful candidates must pass a position‑of‑trust, credit, and education background check. Pre‑employment screening information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all, including applicants for admission or employment and all other members of the Georgia Tech community. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Director
• Employment Type: Full‑time