J-1 Exchange Programs Lead & Compliance Manager

Hrc International; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hrc International is seeking a program leader to manage a team overseeing J-1 Intern, Trainee, and Teacher programs in the United States. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating intake/vetting, DS-2019 issuance readiness, and DS-7002 training plans.

The incumbent will act as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), maintain SEVIS records, support audits, and drive program improvements while engaging with host organizations and partners to ensure program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs, Public Administration, Education, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing J-1 exchange programs or similar regulated programs.
• Experience serving as or working closely with a Responsible Officer (RO) or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of Department of State regulations for Intern, Trainee, and Teacher programs.
• Experience with SEVIS and exchange program compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and supervise a team of program staff responsible for Intern, Trainee, and Teacher program operations.
• Establish team priorities, performance goals, and accountability measures aligned with organizational objectives.
• Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development to ensure high performance and regulatory competency.
• Monitor workloads and allocate resources to ensure timely and accurate processing of program activities.
• Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) in accordance with Department of State regulations.
• Oversee the end-to-end intake and vetting process for exchange visitor applications, ensuring eligibility, completeness, and compliance.
• Review and approve program documentation, including DS-2019 issuance readiness, training plans (DS-7002), and supporting materials.
• Ensure adherence to sponsor obligations, including participant orientation, monitoring, and program oversight.
• Maintain accurate participant records in SEVIS and internal systems in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and deliver regular programmatic reports on program performance, compliance, and participant outcomes.
• Track key metrics related to intake, processing timelines, participant demographics, and program success.
• Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for program improvement.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Evaluate existing program processes and identify efficiencies, automation opportunities, and quality improvements.
• Lead initiatives to enhance participant experience and operational effectiveness.
• Contribute to strategic planning and program growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Program operations

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Affairs, Public Administration, Education, or related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

SEVIS

Regulatory databases

Job description

Hrc International is seeking a program leader to manage a team overseeing J-1 Intern, Trainee, and Teacher programs in the United States. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating intake/vetting, DS-2019 issuance readiness, and DS-7002 training plans.

The incumbent will act as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), maintain SEVIS records, support audits, and drive program improvements while engaging with host organizations and partners to ensure program