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.
Job Description
Part-Time Administrative Assistant - OIT (28 hours per week)
Are you passionate about keeping teams organized, ensuring smooth daily operations, and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes? Brigham Young University’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused Administrative Assistant to support its Office and Executive Leadership. This part-time, role offers the opportunity to contribute to HR processes, travel, scheduling, event planning, and communication coordination at the highest level of the department.
As a vital member of OIT, you will help manage logistics, oversee student employees, maintain records, and support the efficient flow of information across a division of more than 850 employees. If you enjoy providing structure, working with professionals, and delivering top-notch administrative support in a mission-driven organization—this role is designed for you.
This is a part-time job with 28 hours per week. Office hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm, but schedules for the most part will be flexible and set in coordination with your supervisor.
What you will be doing in this position:
Administrative & Office Support
Hire, train, and supervise student workers
Manage calendars and assist with scheduling
Support meetings: logistics, note-taking, prep
Maintain digital and paper records
Greet and assist visitors
Coordinate Communication
Screen and route calls, emails, mail
Format and proofread communications
Expense & Travel Assistance
Prepare expense reports and gather receipts
Book travel and reconcile related documentation
Event & Project Support
Help plan and execute small-scale events
Support project coordination, data entry, follow-ups
What qualifies you for this role:
Minimum:
• 3 years of relevant office or business experience OR a mix of education and experience
Preferred:
• Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of HR/admin experience
Skills & Abilities:
Strong computer and office software proficiency
Ability to learn internal systems (HR, finance, data tools)
Project management, organizational, and supervisory skills
Clear communicator with a customer-first mindset
Professional, detail-oriented, and maintains confidentiality
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
Tuition benefits after two years
Access to athletic facilities
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: 46
Typical Starting Pay: $16.50-$21.00
**If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before. 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!
