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. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Family History Program Assistant (part-time 17.5 hours/week)

Come work with the BYU Family History Program! Our unique program offers the only bachelor’s degree in family history in the world and is an unusual hybrid of a liberal arts degree in history and a technical degree in genealogy. We offer intensive training and prepare students for a variety of professions and community service. As Program Assistant, you will work closely with the faculty Program Director to provide administrative support to students and faculty, coordinate events, and communicate with Family History industry partners and other colleges and universities. This part-time position comes with flexible hours and a great opportunity to learn and grow in our great BYU community. Apply today!

What you’ll do in this position:

• Work closely with the Family History Program Director to organize and plan meetings, communicate with students, and coordinate with the Center for Family History and Genealogy (CFHG) and the Family History Librarian
• Establish and maintain regular communication with current and potential industry and academic partners
• Plan and coordinate events with industry partners to provide opportunities for students to increase their skills and networking
• Maintain databases of alumni, student contact lists, and companies/institutions that want to partner with family history faculty, staff, and students
• Coordinate with department and CFHG personnel to ensure a Family History program presence at major fairs, career fairs, and other program-related events

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree or four years of office experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Organizational skills, with ability to track data and information across multiple platforms
• Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Enthusiasm for working with undergraduate students

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of office experience
• Familiarity with family history and genealogy
• Experience with Photoshop, InDesign, or similar design software
• Experience working in higher education
• Project management experience

In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter that describes any teaching experience you might have (preferably experience outside of church settings) and, if applicable, your experience with family history. Applications without a cover letter may be considered incomplete.

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 BYU

Pay Grade: 47

Typical Starting Pay: $18.75 to $23.75 an hour

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!