General Education Program Assistant for UNIV 101: First-Year Foundations
About The Position
This role provides high-level operational and administrative support to the Assistant Director and the Director of BYU First-Year Foundations. It serves as the central hub for UNIV 101, managing course logistics, assisting in curriculum refinement, program management, and faculty training. 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!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of office management or administrative assistant experience in a high pressure environment.
- Commitment to the mission of a BYU education
- Detail Orientation: A systems-thinker capable of managing high volumes of data and complex calendars without oversight
- Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with high-level administrators and navigate sensitive conversations with parents
- Technical Proficiency: Strong competence in office productivity suites (Microsoft 365) and a quick mastery of university-specific platforms
- Mission Alignment: A deep commitment to the AIMS and Mission of a BYU Education
- Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with program administration and university functioning
Responsibilities
- Lead the complex semesterly puzzle of scheduling classrooms for all sections of UNIV 101
- Utilize university systems to manage course data, track faculty assignments, and schedule rooms
- Coordinate the logistics for UNIV 101-related events, including room reservations and catering
- Serve as the primary point of contact for students and parents regarding UNIV 101 registration
- Act as a resource for UNIV 101 faculty regarding scheduling, training, and administrative procedures
- Assist leadership as needed to refine course curriculum
- Assist with all other aspects of UNIV 101 administration
Benefits
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Access to the library
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA pass
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
