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 an inspiring place to work.

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

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

History Office Manager (part-time 28 hours/week)

Join the BYU History Department, where we draw on gospel principles and historical knowledge and skills to achieve understanding of diverse human experiences. As our Office Manager, you will guide and mentor student office staff, provide operational support to faculty and students, manage department communications, and oversee events for the department. This part-time position provides a great opportunity to work closely with dedicated students, staff, and faculty to provide a fulfilling academic experience. We are excited to meet you!

What you’ll do in this position:

Mentor student office staff, leading and motivating through engagement, coaching, team building, and employee development
Answer entry level questions, conduct annual audits of records and materials, and coordinate all department office needs
Prepare each semester/term’s academic class schedule
Help coordinate visits for campus guests
Organize department events, including arrangement of logistics and oversight of event execution
Coordinate recruitment and student engagement events
Provide administrative support of student clubs
Collaborate with faculty to develop and implement outreach strategies and event marketing materials that will attract prospective students
Execute a comprehensive social media strategy, oversee creation and distribution of regular newsletter, manage department websites, and update public displays in department spaces.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
Bachelor’s Degree or four years of office experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to keep confidential information
Public relations skills and ability to work with people with a variety of ages and backgrounds
Data entry skills and public relations skills

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in the Liberal Arts (History, English, Humanities, etc.) and 2 years of experience in an office setting
Supervisory experience
Familiarity with standard office software programs (MS Office) and university systems (Workday)
Knowledge and experience with Canva, Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop
Familiarity with higher education

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 employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Posting End Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

*Last day to apply is Monday, September 14, at 11:59pm MDT

Application Instructions: Include a resume and cover letter with your application. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.

Pay Grade: 48

Typical Starting Pay: $20.25 to $26.50 an hour

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

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!