What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Administrator III position at Brigham Young University?
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 hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.
Job Description
Program Administrator (2 openings)
This position administers assigned For the Strength of Youth (FSY) program sessions operated for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints within approved budgets. The administrator leads or participates in other department activities to which they are assigned. Such assignments include leading and serving on department committees, assisting in the hiring of seasonal core leadership employees (young adults), supervising assigned seasonal employees, evaluating programs and personnel, securing FSY locations working with support services as at BYU, communicating with stake representatives and other assigned support duties.
What You Will Be Doing In This Position
Program Administration
Minimum education/experience required:
In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
Compensation Range
Actual compensation based on education and experience
$70,908.00 - $92,088.50
Required Documents
All staff positions require a resume with an optional cover letter.
Refer to the Job Description 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!
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 hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.
Job Description
Program Administrator (2 openings)
This position administers assigned For the Strength of Youth (FSY) program sessions operated for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints within approved budgets. The administrator leads or participates in other department activities to which they are assigned. Such assignments include leading and serving on department committees, assisting in the hiring of seasonal core leadership employees (young adults), supervising assigned seasonal employees, evaluating programs and personnel, securing FSY locations working with support services as at BYU, communicating with stake representatives and other assigned support duties.
What You Will Be Doing In This Position
Program Administration
- Plan, coordinate, and manage assigned week-long FSY sessions (between 20-25 each year) throughout the U.S. and Canada.
- Maintain excellent relations with various universities, Church Institutes of Religion, and local ecclesiastical leaders where FSY programs are hosted.
- Lead department evaluation and planning efforts for different program and department processes and activities as assigned by the Department Director in different process or program areas. Assess program needs and structure solutions to meet those needs in assigned areas of responsibility.
- Assist the Church in the evaluation and planning of FSY activities.
- Prepare budgets for assigned FSY sessions and manage operations within the approved budget.
- Approve and execute transactions in compliance with all university and Church financial, hiring, purchasing, and payroll policies and procedures.
- Monitor financial activities and update forecasts for assigned sessions.
- Participate in the interview and hiring of seasonal core leadership employees for FSY program.
- Effectively staff assigned sessions from those core leadership employees hired.
- Supervise ongoing work of assigned part-time student employees.
- Train assigned employees, evaluate their work, and provide appropriate feedback and corrective discipline.
Minimum education/experience required:
- Bachelor’s degree plus two years related work experience or five years related work experience.
- Previous experience teaching youth and working with young single adults.
- Previous Project management experience.
- Demonstrated organizational skills necessary to plan, administer, and evaluate programs.
- Demonstrated ability to track complex details of multiple projects and events at various stages of completion.
- Demonstrated public relations skills working positively with important constituents including ecclesiastical leaders, volunteers, and patrons.
- Interviewing, organizing, supervising, creative thinking and marketing experience preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Demonstrated ability to produce and administer multiple budgets, track important metrics (registrations, income, and expenses), and provide accurate financial analysis and forecasts.
- Excellent computer skills including prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Prior experience with BYU software applications to manage program operations is helpful.
In addition to our competitive pay structure, 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)
- 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
Compensation Range
Actual compensation based on education and experience
$70,908.00 - $92,088.50
Required Documents
All staff positions require a resume with an optional cover letter.
Refer to the Job Description 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!
Salary : $70,908 - $92,089
