Community Aide (Part-Time)

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

Job Title: Community Aide

Job Summary

The Community Aide supports Student Family Housing management by fostering a safe and welcoming residential community, providing after-hours lockout assistance, and completing assigned operational and community-related duties. This role serves as a resource to residents while assisting management in maintaining housing standards and services.

What you'll do in this role:

• Community Support & Resident Engagement
• Work to build a cohesive and welcoming community among residents
• Be available to residents to answer questions and provide guidance
• Meet new residents, explain housing policies, and distribute mail keys
• Serve as a positive example of BYU standards and Student Family Housing guidelines
• Policy Compliance & Inspections
• Conduct weekly walkthroughs of assigned areas
• Check stairwells, balconies, landings and common areas for compliance
• Work with residents using an educational approach to resolve concerns
• Perform winter semester wellness and safety inspections of apartments
• Event Support, Communication, & Area Coordination
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings
• Assist with housing events, activities, and community communication
• Post notices, flyers, and maintain bulletin boards as needed
• Coordinate area clean-ups and seasonal snow removal efforts
• Administrative & Office Support
• Assist Student Family Housing management with assigned administrative and operational tasks
• Support office operations during peak periods, staff absences, or special projects
• Perform other housing-related duties as assigned by management
• After-Hours Lockout & On-Call Assistance
• Respond to after-hours calls during assigned on-call shifts
• Verify residents identity using housing systems
• Meet residents at designated locations and issue temporary keys
• Log key usage and report activity for next-day office follow up
• Safety, Security, & Independent Decision-Making
• Perform duties independently during overnight, weekend, and holiday hours
• Follow all housing safety, access, and confidentiality policies
• Drive housing vehicles when required between housing areas
• Report incidents and concerns to housing management

What qualifies you for this role:

Minimum education/experience required:

• No formal education is required
• Must be eligible to live in BYU Student Family Housing
• Ability to work independently and responsibly
• Availability for occasional overnight, weekend, and holiday on-call shifts
• Legally eligible to drive in the United States

Preferred:

Prior housing, community leadership, or customer service experience

Familiarity with BYU policies and residential housing environments

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 Level: 46
• Typical Starting Pay: Depends on Experience