Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

**The last day to submit an application for this position is May 14, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. **

Belonging Administrative Assistant

The Belonging Administrative Assistant supports key leaders in the Office of Belonging—the Associate Vice President for Belonging and the Director of Belonging Experiential and Clinical Learning Initiatives—by advancing the university’s prophetic mission as articulated in the Mission and Aims of BYU and assisting the university to achieve the objectives of the BYU Statement on Belonging.

This position strengthens campuswide belonging efforts through curriculum support, experiential learning coordination, assessment assistance, communication management, and general administrative functions. The role reports to the Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Belonging.

Note: This is a part-time position (28) hours per week.

What you'll do in this position:

Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to Office of Belonging leadership.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, appointments, and travel.
• Reconcile Workday charges and oversee student employee timesheets.
• Manage office supplies, technology access, and general office operations.
• Draft and manage written communications on behalf of leadership.
• Conduct research to support planning and decision-making.
• Assist with various special projects and assignments.

Program Support

• Support councils and committees directed by the AVP for Belonging.
• Assist in coordinating clinical and experiential learning opportunities.
• Act as the liaison between AVP-led councils and the Belonging Events Council to coordinate cosponsored events.
• Facilitate communication with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Support belonging-related assessments, data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Professional Development

• Participate in trainings and conferences on student development and belonging.
• Share insights to support team and departmental growth.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Administrative support experience with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving priorities and complex, dynamic schedules.
• Ability to manage priorities and take initiative.
• Understanding of the BYU Statement on Belonging and its application in a university setting.
• Ability to navigate sensitive conversations constructively.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with data gathering, assessment, and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Familiarity with institutional culture and belonging-related initiatives.

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 48

Typical Starting Pay: $20.50 - $26.50

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

**If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!