HR Operations Specialist (part-time 17.5 hrs/wk)

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."

About the Role

The HR Operations Specialist supports the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of student employees, assists with full-time and adjunct faculty recruiting, tracks experiential learning programs and reporting, and helps with department events and office management. This part-time position offers flexibility, making it an excellent fit for candidates seeking adaptable scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student recruitment, hiring, and onboarding, ensuring compliance with university hiring policies and procedures
• Coordinate and perform HR business processes, such as job changes (compensation changes, lateral moves, promotions) and end jobs
• Conduct regular audits and follow-ups to ensure hiring processes are completed timely and accurately within the HR system
• Maintain accurate records of student employment and experiential learning programs and reporting
• Support department chair with the HR components of full-time and adjunct faculty hiring, including liaising with the college HR Business Partner
• Create and update training manual for student hiring
• Aid office manager and other staff with office responsibilities and event execution

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of experience in a human resources or customer service environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to manage self well, handle pressure, and maintain confidentiality
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in human resources (preferred)
• Knowledge of HR programs offered by the University (i.e. Workday) (preferred)
• Awareness of laws and government regulations impacting HR programs (preferred)
• Familiarity with higher education (preferred)

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in human resources
• Knowledge of HR programs offered by the University (i.e. Workday)
• Awareness of laws and government regulations impacting HR programs
• Familiarity with higher education

What You’ll Do In This Position

Facilitate student recruitment, hiring, and onboarding, ensuring compliance with university hiring policies and procedures
Coordinate and perform HR business processes, such as job changes (compensation changes, lateral moves, promotions) and end jobs
Conduct regular audits and follow-ups to ensure hiring processes are completed timely and accurately within the HR system
Maintain accurate records of student employment and experiential learning programs and reporting
Support department chair with the HR components of full-time and adjunct faculty hiring, including liaising with the college HR Business Partner
Create and update training manual for student hiring
Aid office manager and other staff with office responsibilities and event execution

Required What Qualifies You For This Role

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of experience in a human resources or customer service environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to manage self well, handle pressure, and maintain confidentiality
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in human resources (preferred)
• Knowledge of HR programs offered by the University (i.e. Workday) (preferred)
• Awareness of laws and government regulations impacting HR programs (preferred)
• Familiarity with higher education (preferred)

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in human resources
• Knowledge of HR programs offered by the University (i.e. Workday)
• Awareness of laws and government regulations impacting HR programs
• Familiarity with higher education

Application Instructions

Please attach a resume and cover letter describing your experience and fit for the role. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.

Posting End Date

July 15, 2026, at 12:00 am MDT

Last Day to Apply

Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 11:59pm*

What We Offer In Return

• 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: 49
• Typical Starting Pay: $22.50 to $29.25 an hour

Required Documents

• All Staff positions require a resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Community Belonging

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.