Brigham Young University · 14 hours ago
Physics and Astronomy Travel Specialist (part-time 17.5 hours/week)
Provo, UT
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.25/hr - $26.50/hr
1+ years expBrigham Young University (BYU) is a flagship higher education institution striving for excellence. The Physics and Astronomy Department is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Travel Specialist to coordinate logistics for faculty, staff, and students' domestic and international travel, ensuring compliance with university policies and grant requirements.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Coordinate and facilitate booking of domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and conference registrations in compliance with university policies and grant requirements
Prepare and submit travel spend authorizations and expense reports in accordance with university and grant policies with appropriate documentation
Liaise with faculty, staff, and students to understand travel needs and provide tailored support
Stay current on university travel policies, visa requirements, and international travel protocols and advisories
Ensure cost-effective planning to stay within approved travel budgets
Maintain accurate travel records and assist with post-travel reporting and audits
Qualification
Required
A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
Minimum of 1 year of experience in travel planning, administrative support, or related field
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain confidentiality of personal data
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to provide excellent customer service and effectively troubleshoot travel complications and changes
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend
Preferred
Associate's degree or equivalent experience in business administration, travel coordination, or a related field
Familiarity with university or research institution travel policies
Experience working with faculty, students, and grant-funded travel
Previous use of travel booking platforms and expense management systems (e.g., Deem, Workday)
Benefits
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
Company
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University is a private research university that seeks to develop students of intellect and character to continue learning.
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