Department Office & Programs Manager

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

3d • $59,000 - $75,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Come join the BYU Psychology Department, where we aspire to bless all of God’s children through improving understanding of human psychology. As our Department Office & Programs Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our main office, planning department events, and overseeing our undergraduate and graduate academic programs. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with students, faculty, and staff as well as foster connections across campus. Apply today so we can talk about how this position fits with your own career goals!

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years office experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professionalism in appearance, performance, and language
• Strong organizational skills, communication, and computer skills
• Reliable and able to negotiate, resolve conflicts, and handle difficult situations with sensitivity and fairness
• Excellent attention to detail, with proven ability to work independently and make decisions in a changing environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of office experience
• Experience as a supervisor or leading a team
• Familiarity with higher education

Responsibilities

• Manage the department office, including scheduling, inventory, keys/access, space, equipment, and other needs as identified by department leadership
• Mentor a small team of student office staff to maintain the office and provide administrative support to department faculty and staff
• Serve as communication hub for both internal and external department communications
• Manage three part-time staff that coordinate our three student academic programs (Undergraduate, Psychology PhD, and Clinical Psychology PhD)
• Liaise with and serve as main point of contact for BYU Graduate Studies
• Work closely with the faculty Directors of Clinical Training and Psychology Training to update curriculum and graduate catalogues and ensure compliance BYU Graduate Studies requirements
• Coordinate with graduate students for teaching assignments, faculty teaching mentors, and thesis & dissertation requirements and timelines
• Work with staff, student organizations, and department committees to conceptualize, plan, and execute all department events
• Facilitate scheduling logistics for visiting scholars and faculty applicants

Benefits

• 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)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level