Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.

In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Events and Student Experience Manager (part-time, 28 hrs./week)

Join the Ballard Center for Social Impact and help create experiences that connect BYU students with opportunities to make a meaningful difference. As the ¾-time Events and Student Experience Manager, you will coordinate student events, supervise student teams, and help students discover the Global and Community Impact minor and other Ballard Center opportunities.

Working with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners, you’ll create welcoming experiences and use feedback and data to strengthen student engagement. Your work will directly support the Ballard Center’s mission to develop the faith and skills to solve social problems and help students turn their education and values into meaningful impact.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Lead the planning and execution of Ballard Center events from concept through follow-up.
• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor student employees, fostering a collaborative and accountable team culture.
• Oversee peer advisement and student pathways connecting students with the GCI minor, Ballard Center programs, and social impact opportunities.
• Lead student engagement efforts that create welcoming and meaningful experiences across events, advising, and outreach.
• Build strong partnerships with faculty, academic advisors, student organizations, and campus offices to expand awareness of Ballard Center opportunities.
• Use participation data and student feedback to evaluate programs, identify opportunities, and improve the student experience.
• Represent the Ballard Center with professionalism and hospitality when working with students, university leaders, guests, and community partners.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• Commitment to the mission of BYU and the Ballard Center for Social Impact.
• Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in event management, student services, project management, program administration, or a related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience planning and coordinating events or projects involving multiple timelines, stakeholders, budgets, and operational details.
• Experience supervising, training, coaching, or mentoring employees, students, or volunteers.
• Strong organizational, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, university leaders, guests, and community partners.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, business, communications, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field.
• Four or more years of relevant experience in event management, student services, project management, program administration, or related areas.
• Experience in a university, educational, nonprofit, faith-based, or other mission-driven organization, with experience in student engagement, peer advisement, campus outreach, or student employee development.
• Experience managing event budgets, vendors, contracts, speaker processes, or post-event assessment, with knowledge of BYU policies, campus resources, and the BYU student experience.

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

Pay Grade: 50

Typical Starting Pay: $25.75 to $33.50 an hour