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.

Job Description

Clinical Psychology Program Coordinator (part-time)

Come join the BYU Psychology Department, where we teach students to discover truth about the intricacies of human nature. As our Clinical Psychology Program Coordinator, you will coordinate recruitment, admission, and program advisement for all clinical psychology PhD students. Your administrative oversight will include accreditation, assisting students with their graduation progress, and program assessment and reporting. Do you want the opportunity to advocate for students, facilitate opportunities for teaching, and communicate student concerns? Then apply today and let us show you how this part-time position makes a big difference at BYU!

What You’ll Do In This Position

• Advise 40 clinical psychology graduate students from admissions to graduation, and manage the clinical psychology student programs of study, including updating and distributing the graduate handbook and coordinating completion of comprehensive exams
• Support student recruitment: attend local grad fairs, update recruiting websites, manage admissions portal, and plan Q&A sessions for potential applicants
• Assist the Director of Clinical Training with annual reports for accrediting bodies, manage the evaluation process for students, and manage financial accounts, program website, and applicant correspondence
• Oversee daily administration of the Clinical Psychology program office
• Train and supervise student employees
• Assist clinical faculty with special projects and plan program events
• Provide support to the externship and clerkship coordinator, ensuring fieldwork placements comply with APA guidelines and ensuring clerkship funding is within appropriate measures
• Assist with the clinical psychology endowment effort, including providing information to current and potential donors
• Collaborate with department staff on events, class scheduling, student travel funding, and faculty/staff recruitment efforts
  
  

Required

What qualifies you for this role:

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Bachelor’s Degree or four years of office experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Language skills, including writing, editing, and communicating
• Ability to work with interruptions, strict deadlines, and stressful situations
• Emotional intelligence and mature interpersonal judgment to work constructively with administration, faculty, staff, and students
• Interpersonal skills to effectively manage workplace climate and morale
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks that can be delegated
• Ability to learn quickly
• Analytic and problem-solving skills to prioritize and address real-time workplace issues
• Ability to keep confidence and protect highly sensitive information
• De-escalation skills
• General office skills
  
  

Preferred

• 3+ years of related on-campus office work or equivalent off-campus work
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures
• Knowledge of campus resources
• Management skills and/or comfort interacting with young adults
• Experience with event planning
• Project management experience
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Canva or similar software
  
  

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: 49

Please include a cover letter with your resume and application.

Compensation Range

Actual compensation based on education and experience

$22.00 - $28.57

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!