Career Advancement Manager

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 an inspiring place to work. 

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

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Career Advancement Manager

Come join Liberal Arts Advisement & Careers, where we help students become career ready through strategically gaining competencies, skills, and experiences. As a Career Advancement Manager, you will help students from the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences and the College of Humanities to apply their liberal arts training to their career and life goals. Your experience with developing partnerships and leading collaborative initiatives will be essential to connect students to opportunities that prepare them for placement in a job or career. We look forward to talking with you!

What you’ll do in this position:

• Increase career outcomes:
  • Develop and maintain relationships with employers, alumni, faculty, and community partners to provide more opportunities to students
  • Coach students on career planning, networking, and employment strategies
  • Coordinate employer recruiting activities, networking events, mentoring programs, and experiential learning opportunities

• Build and strengthen Career Communities:
  • Oversee Career Community events, workshops, and associated activities, including planning, organization, and recruiting support from alumni, faculty, advisors, and employers
  • Assess community participation and recommend improvements

• Advance Career Placement:
  • Collect, analyze, and report engagement and employment outcomes, then prepare reports and presentations for college leadership and Career Community Boards
  • Provide faculty and advisors with career resources, market information, and employment outcome data

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Master’s degree from an accredited institution OR five years professional work experience in recruiting, career services, or other industry experience related to social sciences and humanities, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Project management and organizational skills, including ability to execute multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively across departments while influencing others without direct authority

Preferred

• Five or more years of managerial experience
• Experience in higher education, career teaching, or career advising college students
• Significant industry experience related to an assigned college area(s)
• Experience with career development theory, experiential learning, internship development, and employer engagement
• Knowledge of career pathways and employment trends for liberal arts disciplines

What we offer in return:

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

Pay Grade: 53

Typical Starting Pay: $73,000.00 to $95,000.00 annually

Application Instructions: Attach a resume and cover letter to be considered.

Posting End Date: September 3, 2026 (last day to apply is Wednesday, Sept 2, at 11:59pm).

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

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!