Assistant Vice Provost & Executive Director of Bechtel International Center - Stanford University - Another source : Job Details

Assistant Vice Provost & Executive Director of Bechtel International Center - Stanford UniversityID102189Application Deadline10/28/2025CategoryAcademic AffairsCompanyStanford UniversityJob LocationsUS-CA-Palo AltoAt a glance

Exciting opportunity to lead as Assistant Vice Provost & Executive Director of the Bechtel International Center at Stanford University. This role offers the chance to elevate a thriving office and team that supports one of the world's most vibrant international student communities-alumni who go on to lead globally, especially in tech and innovation. Attracting the brightest minds from around the world, Stanford provides a uniquely residential and diverse environment in the heart of the Bay Area, where students find both support and cultural connection. With a strong team of 23 and a long track record of impact, the Bechtel Center is well-positioned to continue shaping the global leaders of tomorrow.

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Another Source's client, Stanford University, is recruiting an Assistant Vice Provost & Executive Director of Bechtel International Center to join their team onsite in Palo Alto, California.

About the Bechtel International Center The Bechtel International Center is Stanford University's hub for supporting and engaging the international community. Each year, Bechtel provides immigration advising, compliance services, and holistic support for more than 9,000 international students, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and their families. The Center fosters cross-cultural understanding, offers programs and resources that enhance the international experience, and advocates for policies that support global mobility in higher education. Through its dedicated team and partnerships across campus, Bechtel plays a vital role in ensuring that Stanford remains a welcoming, globally connected community where international students and scholars can thrive.

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What you will be doing:

The Bechtel International Center serves as a hub for Stanford's global community, providing support, resources, and guidance to international students, scholars, and faculty. We are seeking an Assistant Vice Provost and Executive Director to provide vision, leadership, and strategy for the Center. This senior leader will oversee immigration compliance, direct operations, advocate for the international community, and shape Stanford's approach to global engagement.

In this role, you will lead the Bechtel International Center with strategic vision, long-term planning, and operational oversight. You will serve as the University's primary institutional officer for federal immigration compliance, policy, and advocacy, ensuring adherence to complex regulations while guiding institutional decision-making.

You will also advise senior leadership and academic departments on immigration matters, offering expertise on challenging regulatory and policy issues. As the head of the Center, you will manage a team of senior-level staff, providing mentorship, setting direction, and ensuring strong succession planning to sustain organizational excellence.

Finally, you will represent Stanford in national and international forums, building partnerships with peer institutions and federal agencies, and serving as a strong advocate for Stanford's international community.

Anticipated annual salary range: $191,546 - $239,965, depending on experience. Relocation support available.

How you will spend your time:

Immigration & Compliance Leadership

Serve as Stanford's Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and Responsible Officer (RO).

• Ensure institutional compliance with SEVIS, USCIS, and Department of State regulations.

• Troubleshoot complex immigration cases and advocate with federal agencies on behalf of the University.

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Define and implement the long-range vision for the Bechtel International Center.

• Oversee budgets, facilities, programs, policies, publications, and outreach.

• Represent the Center and Stanford in high-level discussions across campus and externally.

Advocacy & Policy Development

• Partner with University leadership, Government Relations, General Counsel, and other offices to shape immigration policy and advocacy strategies.

• Build strong networks with colleagues at peer institutions to anticipate and respond to shifts in federal policy.

Organizational Leadership & Staff Development

• Direct the work of managers and senior-level staff.

• Make staffing decisions, mentor and coach leaders, and ensure succession planning.

• Establish policies and guidelines that safeguard compliance and uphold institutional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

• User knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Advanced communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and all levels of management.

• Strong analytical skills to review and analyze complex financial information.