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.
**The last day to submit an application for this position is, August 4, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. **
HR Hiring Office Supervisor & Classroom Programs Lead
The Continuing Education (CE) HR Hiring Office Supervisor & Classroom Programs Lead oversees the daily HR operations of the CE Hiring Office and serves as a key member of the CE Human Resources Center of Expertise. This role supervises Operations Specialists, oversees hiring, onboarding, compliance, and customer service, and supports Classroom Programs including Evening Classes, Salt Lake Center, BYU Online, and the English Language Center.
What you'll do in this position:
• Supervise HR Operations Specialists through coaching, scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Lead HR operations including Workday support, Form I-9 compliance, fingerprinting, ACA reporting, and HR inquiries.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, personnel actions, and payroll coordination for CE staff and student employees.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex HR issues while recommending process and policy improvements.
• Partner with CE leadership, HR, and IT to support Classroom and Online HR operations and system enhancements.
What qualifies you for this role:
Required
• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor’s degree OR 3 years of professional management experience including human resources, payroll processing and reconciliation, accounting, or related bookkeeping functions OR relevant combination of education and experience.
• Strong supervisory, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of employment law, HR operations, payroll, and confidentiality.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to use Workday.
Preferred
• Master's degree.
• SHRM certification.
• Five years of HR, payroll, accounting, or related experience.
- Familiarity with university operations, such as hiring, payroll, and part-time employee contracting.
- Previous training with data entry and university ERP system for HR/payroll.
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: 52
Typical Starting Pay: $65,500 - $84,500
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.
**If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**
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!
Skills Required
- Firm commitment to the mission of BYU
- Bachelor's degree OR 3 years professional management experience (HR, payroll, accounting, bookkeeping) OR relevant combination of education and experience
- Strong supervisory, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of employment law, HR operations, payroll, and confidentiality
- Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to use Workday
- Resume (required document)
- Master's degree
- SHRM certification
- Five years of HR, payroll, accounting, or related experience
- Familiarity with university hiring, payroll, part-time employee contracting, and ERP data entry for HR/payroll
What We Do
Brigham Young University is a private research university located in Provo, Utah. Owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it provides an intellectually and spiritually invigorating community where students pursue academic excellence and moral development. As a global institution of higher learning, BYU is dedicated to providing a world-class education rooted in faith and scholarship.
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