Director, International Programs

NAFSA: Association of International Educators; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Victoria seeks a Director of International Programs to lead the development and administration of its international education portfolio, including partnerships, study abroad and exchange programs, and initiatives supporting international student engagement.

The role collaborates across academic and administrative areas to grow global opportunities, manage budgets, supervise staff, and engage with faculty and leadership on international strategy and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer the university’s international education portfolio, including global partnerships, study abroad and exchange programs.
• Oversee program operations and budgets, supervise staff, coordinate student support and risk management, and evaluate outcomes.
• Represent the university with international partners and organizations and advise faculty and leadership on international program development.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Ten years of related experience

Job description

Director, International Programs

Employer Texas A&M University-Victoria
Location Victoria, Texas
Salary Starting salary for this position is $5,192.41 monthly and is negotiable depending on education and experience.
Closing date Sep 30, 2026

Specialty Other Position Type Director Hours Full-time Employment Type Permanent Organization Type College / University

The Director of International Programs leads the development and administration of the university’s international education portfolio, including global partnerships, study abroad and exchange programs, and initiatives that support international student engagement. The position works across academic and administrative areas to establish and strengthen international collaborations, develop new global opportunities, and ensure programs meet institutional goals and applicable requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing program operations and budgets, supervising staff, coordinating student support and risk management, evaluating program outcomes, and representing the university with international partners and organizations. The Director also serves as a key resource to faculty, academic departments, and university leadership on international program development and global engagement.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten years of related experience.

Required attachments: Resume and cover letter

Starting salary for this position is $5,192.41 monthly and is negotiable depending on education and experience.

A Closer Look at A&M-Victoria

Texas A&M University-Victoria is a dynamic destination institution serving Texas and the world and is dedicated to providing every student with educational and leadership opportunities to become a successful professional and an engaged global citizen. Innovative educational activities challenge students to make meaningful connections between their learning and their lives in a complex world. A&M-Victoria promotes economic development and advances the quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

Our History

Since our establishment in 1973, we have grown into a vibrant institution with a reputation for academic excellence and a dedication to student success. At Texas A&M University-Victoria, our history is a testament to our commitment to providing quality education and fostering academic achievement.

City Location

A regional hub 30 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico, Victoria is a town of 65,000 located about two hours from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Corpus Christi. Located in the Coastal Bend region of Texas, A&M-Victoria serves the educational needs, promotes economic well-being, and advances the community and region's quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

Mission Statement

Texas A&M University-Victoria (A&M-Victoria), a dynamic destination institution serving Texas and the world, is dedicated to providing every student with educational and leadership opportunities to become a successful professional and an engaged global citizen. Innovative educational activities challenge students to make meaningful connections between their learning and their lives in a complex world. Texas A&M University-Victoria promotes economic development and advances quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

Our Goals

Continually enhance the quality of our student experience. Promote and expand access to education. Increase community engagements and increase public events for diverse audiences on our campuses. Promote a culture of institutional identification among stakeholders

Academic Excellence

Several of A&M-Victoria’s academic degree programs have drawn top rankings from organizations including College Consensus, Intelligent.com and Research.com. Our Accreditations include: SACSCOC Accredited, AACSB Accredited, ABET Accredited, CACREP Accredited, NASP Accredited, and TASP Accredited

The Texas A&M University System

is one of the largest and most impactful higher education systems in the country, with an annual budget of $7.3 billion. Its statewide network includes 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M–Fort Worth and the Texas A&M–RELLIS. The System serves nearly 180,000 students and reaches millions more through service, research and outreach programs each year. With nearly $1.6 billion in annual research expenditures, the System fuels innovation, supports communities and drives Texas’ economy forward.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.