FSY Program Administrator

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.

**The last day to submit an application for this position is September 27, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. **

FSY Program Administrator

This position administers assigned For the Strength of Youth (FSY) program sessions operated for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints within approved budgets. The administrator leads or participates in other department activities to which they are assigned.  Such assignments include leading and serving on department committees, assisting in the hiring of seasonal core leadership employees (young adults), supervising assigned seasonal employees, evaluating programs and personnel, securing FSY locations, working with support services at BYU, communicating with stake representatives, and performing other assigned support responsibilities.

What you’ll do in this position:

Program Administration

• Plan, coordinate, and manage assigned week-long FSY sessions (between 20-25 each year) throughout the U.S. and Canada.

• Maintain excellent relations with various universities, Church Institutes of Religion, and local ecclesiastical leaders where FSY programs are hosted.

• Lead department evaluation and planning efforts for various program and department processes and activities as assigned by the Department Director. Assess program needs and develop solutions to meet those needs in assigned areas of responsibility.

• Assist the Church in the evaluation and planning of FSY activities.

Financial Planning

• Prepare budgets for assigned FSY sessions and manage operations within the approved budget.

• Approve and execute transactions in compliance with all University and Church financial, hiring, purchasing, and payroll policies and procedures.

• Monitor financial activities and update forecasts for assigned sessions.

Staff Supervision

• Participate in the interview and hiring of seasonal core leadership employees for the FSY program.

• Effectively staff assigned sessions from those core leadership employees hired.

• Supervise ongoing work of assigned part-time student employees.

• Train assigned employees, evaluate their work, and provide appropriate feedback and corrective discipline.  

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years related work experience or five years related work experience.

Preferred

• Previous experience teaching youth and working with young single adults.

• Previous project management experience.

• Demonstrated organizational skills necessary to plan, administer, and evaluate programs.

• Demonstrated ability to track complex details of multiple projects and events at various stages of completion.

• Demonstrated public relations skills working positively with important constituents including ecclesiastical leaders, volunteers, and patrons.

• Interviewing, organizing, supervising, creative thinking, and marketing experience preferred.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to produce and administer multiple budgets, track important metrics (registrations, income, and expenses), and provide accurate financial analysis and forecasts.

• Excellent computer skills, including prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite.

• Prior experience with BYU software applications to manage program operations is helpful.

What we offer in return:

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)

• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays

• 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 employee, spouse, and qualified dependents

• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 53

Typical Starting Pay: $75,000 - $97,000

**If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before by 11:59 pm MST. If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**

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.