Undergraduate Program Coordinator (part-time 28 hrs/week)

Brigham Young University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer contributions

Employee assistance program

Tuition benefits

Athletic facilities access

Library access

Free on-campus parking

UTA passes for employee and dependents

Store discounts at BYU

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking an Undergraduate Program Coordinator for the Psychology Department. This part-time role (28 hrs/week) will plan and execute the undergraduate program for one of BYU's largest majors, with daily student interaction, mentoring, and collaboration with college advising and career services.

The position involves event planning, academic class scheduling, and working closely with college advising and career services to support student success and department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 1 year of related work experience (scheduling, advisement, project/event management) OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and delegate where appropriate
• Management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle interruptions and stressful situations
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
• Analytic and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, with strong spreadsheet skills

Responsibilities

• Manage the Psychology Peer Mentoring office, including management and mentoring of student employees and handling requests from majors and minors (add codes, capstone and exit exams, course substitutions, etc.)
• Advocate for undergraduate career development opportunities and liaise with the college advisement center, internships coordinator, and career advisor
• Mentor undergraduate student organizations, Psych Association and Psi Chi, and assist with carrying out student‑led events, workshops, forums, and socials
• Work with department staff and faculty to conceptualize, plan, and execute undergraduate student events, including New Student Orientation, Major Fair, and the Psychology Showcase
• Oversee class scheduling, including monitoring enrollment patterns, making adjustments to ensure student throughout, and maintaining 3- and 4‑year curriculum plans
• Work with department colleagues to assign courses, ensuring both faculty and student needs are met
• Gather and analyze data to make recommendations on which types of instruction modes to utilize
• Track student outcomes, including administering senior surveys, gathering experiential learning data, and encouraging students to report on experiences

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervisory skills

Independent work

Task prioritization

Delegation

Management

Deadline orientation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

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.

Undergraduate Program Coordinator (part-time 28 hrs/week)

Come join the BYU Psychology Department, where we teach students to discover truth about the intricacies of human nature. As our Undergraduate Program Coordinator, you will plan and execute the undergraduate program for one of the largest majors at BYU. This position will allow you to interact with students daily, giving you the opportunity to mentor them and assist them in their post-college plans. There’s also a bit of event planning, academic class scheduling, and working closely with college advising and career services. This part‑time position will give you flexibility as well as the opportunity to make a big difference in the lives of students. Together with your skills, we will work to accomplish the mission of our department, our college, and the university.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Manage the Psychology Peer Mentoring office, including management and mentoring of student employees and handling requests from majors and minors (add codes, capstone and exit exams, course substitutions, etc.)
• Advocate for undergraduate career development opportunities and liaise with the college advisement center, internships coordinator, and career advisor
• Mentor undergraduate student organizations, Psych Association and Psi Chi, and assist with carrying out student‑led events, workshops, forums, and socials
• Work with department staff and faculty to conceptualize, plan, and execute undergraduate student events, including New Student Orientation, Major Fair, and the Psychology Showcase
• Oversee class scheduling, including monitoring enrollment patterns, making adjustments to ensure student throughout, and maintaining 3- and 4‑year curriculum plans
• Work with department colleagues to assign courses, ensuring both faculty and student needs are met
• Gather and analyze data to make recommendations on which types of instruction modes to utilize
• Track student outcomes, including administering senior surveys, gathering experiential learning data, and encouraging students to report on experiences

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 1 year of related work experience (scheduling, advisement, project/event management) OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and delegate where appropriate
• Management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle both interruptions and stressful situations
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
• Analytic and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, with strong spreadsheet skills

Preferred

• 3+ years of related on-campus office work or equivalent off-campus work
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures
• Knowledge of campus resources

What we offer in return:

• 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: September 22nd, 2026 (last day to apply is Monday, September 21st at 11:59pm)

Pay Grade: 50 Typical Starting Pay: $25.00 to $32.50 an hour

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.