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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.
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.
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.
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.
Grounds Events Assistant (part-time, 28 hours/week)
The Grounds Event Assistant is responsible for providing support to outdoor campus events. This employee will report directly to the Grounds Event Supervisor and work alongside students as well as other BYU staff employees. This position is not a fixed eight-to-five schedule, as it revolves around campus events including football games and snow removal. As this is an event-dependent job, work hours will fluctuate depending on campus events.
This is a physically demanding position, and a medical exam is required prior to employment to ensure the selected applicant is healthy enough to perform the work required. The employee may be asked to attend meetings in place of the Grounds Event Supervisor with campus shops, schools, and departments to review major events, coordinate schedules, and work with the group representatives to facilitate successful event completion. The Grounds Event Assistant will also assist with storage and use of Grounds Events’ equipment as well as participate in snow removal when needed. The employees will seasonally assist the Grounds Greenhouse.
Physical Effort - Moderate – Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions. Miscellaneous lifting – 10 to 50 pounds. Lifting ice melt - 50 lb. bags
Environment - Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters. Shoveling snow during winter months.
Hazards - Moderate existing or potential hazards. Pulling a trailer behind a vehicle.
This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
Pay Grade: 46
Typical Starting Pay: $17.25 to $22.00 an hour
