Department Operations & Compliance Coordinator

Brigham Young University; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vacation & sick time + holidays

Tuition benefits

Medical and dental benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking a Department Operations & Compliance Coordinator to support event planning, daily operations, regulatory responsibilities, and academic scheduling at the Provo and Salt Lake Center offices. The role requires travel between locations and a typical schedule from 8:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. You will coordinate facilities, events, compliance, purchasing, and scheduling data while maintaining accurate records and supporting staff, students, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience coordinating academic scheduling and events is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day facility operations across multiple locations and manage work orders and maintenance.
• Plan and execute department events at the BYU Salt Lake Center, handling logistics and access.
• Lead compliance, emergency preparedness, safety responsibilities, and Clery Act activities.
• Manage purchasing, invoicing, reimbursements, and budget needs.
• Coordinate academic scheduling, space utilization, and course-planning data.
• Maintain records and drive process improvements for student services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Problem solving

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Microsoft Office

Learn new technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Workday

Tableau

Job description

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.

**The last day to submit an application for this position is October 4, 2026, by 11:59pm MST.**

Department Operations & Compliance Coordinator

The Department Operations & Compliance Coordinator supports event planning, day-to-day operations, regulatory and compliance responsibilities, and academic scheduling to create an exceptional experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position provides support at the Provo and Salt Lake Center offices and requires regular travel between locations. The typical schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with flexibility for events, Clery compliance, after-hours needs, last-minute changes, and emergency conditions.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Coordinate day‑to‑day facility operations across multiple locations by monitoring building conditions, coordinating work orders and maintenance, supporting remodels and upgrades, and partnering with University, Church, Ensign College, and building operations stakeholders.
• Plan and execute department events, including University, Church, and external-sponsored events at the BYU Salt Lake Center. Coordinate technology support, parking and building access, set-up and takedown, custodial needs, signage, and other logistics.
• Lead compliance, emergency preparedness, and safety responsibilities for the BYU Salt Lake Center, including Clery Act activities, incident review, emergency notifications and timely warnings, safety training, response protocols, and coordination with BYU, Church, and UTA security partners.
• Manage purchasing and administrative operations by coordinating vendors, invoices, reimbursements, spend authorizations, expense reconciliation, inventory, budget needs, shared calendars, email accounts, official correspondence, and public-facing website updates.
• Coordinate undergraduate and graduate academic scheduling, space utilization, faculty office hours, final exams, specialized programs, and course-planning data in collaboration with academic and department administrators.
• Maintain accurate student program records, ecclesiastical endorsements, compliance documentation, records retention processes, and other operational records. Identify process improvements that strengthen student services and departmental effectiveness.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Two years of related work experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff, faculty, visitors, Church representatives, and University stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and build positive working relationships.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to think strategically.
• Ability to handle confidential and critical information with discretion.
• Ability to identify and improve processes, make sound decisions under pressure, and respond effectively to changing operational needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new technologies and processes.

Preferred

• Master's degree.
• Four years of related work experience.
• Previous experience with the Clery Act.
• Experience coordinating academic schedules and supporting faculty and student programs.
• Knowledge of facilities management, safety and emergency preparedness, and the Clery Act.
• Experience managing budgets, financial transactions, and administrative processes.
• Knowledge of BYU undergraduate and graduate programs served, including Flex GE, Visiting Student, Evening and Salt Lake, Post-Bacc Prep, and Bachelor of General Studies.
• Experience in higher education, with Workday, or with Tableau.

What we offer in return:

• 401(k): 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).
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays.
• 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 and dental benefits.
• Short-and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid parental and maternity leave.
• Wellness program.
• Free on-campus parking.
• Free UTA passes for the employee, spouse, and qualified dependents.
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU.

Pay Grade: 49 Typical Starting Pay: $48,000 - $63,000 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.

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! The mission of Brigham Young University - founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. All employees of Brigham Young University (BYU) agree to maintain the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as defined by the CES Honor Code and Dress and Grooming Standards, both on and off campus, 24 hours a day. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.