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Office Administrator Jobs in Kansas City, KS at BrandSafway
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.
Job Description
Executive Assistant
Are you an experienced administrative professional who thrives in a dynamic academic environment? We’re seeking an Executive Assistant to support the AAVP for Faculty Development. This role is central to ensuring smooth operations, managing sensitive processes, and supporting faculty-related programs and university governance.
What you will be doing in this position:
Administrative Operations
Manage schedules, calls, correspondence, office records, and confidential data. Coordinate meetings, track expenses, maintain supplies, and complete special projects and research tasks.
Faculty Rank & Status Support
Assist with Rank & Status (R&S) documentation, database management, report generation, and R&S council coordination. Manage appeals and ensure policy compliance across review cycles.
Faculty Leave Management
Process faculty leave requests via Workday and oversee the approval workflow and communications with campus offices.
Faculty Awards
Support the Faculty Awards Committee, coordinate reviews and nominations, and prepare award materials for university events.
Document & Process Management
Create, update, and distribute office forms and ensure documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
What qualifies you for this position:
Required:
College degree or 5+ years’ experience in higher education administration
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Zoom, Box
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Proven multitasking and process improvement skills
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree
5–10 years in executive-level administrative support
Familiarity with university systems (HR, finance, travel) and academic governance
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: 50
Join a collaborative, mission-driven office supporting faculty excellence and development. Apply now to make an impact in higher education administration.
Compensation Range
Actual compensation based on education and experience
$24.44 – $31.74
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!
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Title: Office Administrator
Company: BrandSafway
Location: Kansas City, KS
