Assistant Event Coordinator - part-time

Why Work at BYUAs 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.

Assistant Event Coordinator- part-time/17.5 hrs per week

Join the Faculty Center team at BYU and help create meaningful experiences that support faculty development across campus. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, people-oriented, and excited about event coordination and campus engagement.

What you will be doing in this position

Event Planning & Logistics
• Coordinate event logistics including venue reservations, AV setup, catering, room layouts, and presenter support
• Create event materials such as programs, invitations, seating charts, and handouts
• Assist with seminar and workshop preparation, including assembling binders and event packets
• Communicate with attendees and presenters to ensure a seamless event experience

Administrative Support
• Input and update event information in the Faculty Center database
• Assist with surveys, event feedback collection, and expense tracking
• Support inventory management and purchasing processes as needed
• Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures

Campus & Faculty Relations
• Deliver excellent customer service to faculty, administrators, and campus partners
• Collaborate with departments including Scheduling, Catering, AV Services, Custodial, and Conference Services Leadership Support
• Help oversee student event staff and delegate tasks during events

What qualifies you for this role

Required:

• 1+ year of experience in customer service, event coordination, logistics, or related work
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Preferred:
• Event planning experience
• Familiarity with BYU campus operations and policies
• Experience with databases, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Forms
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant university experience

This is a great opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven university environment while gaining hands-on experience in event planning, faculty engagement, and higher education administration.

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits , including:

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 BYUPay Grade: 47

Typical Starting Pay: $18.75-$23.75

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.

Apply today and help us create impactful experiences for the BYU faculty community!

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!
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