PSU Administrative Office Assistant - Work Study

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title PSU Administrative Office Assistant - Work Study Student Status Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position. Work Location Springfield Campus Department Plaster Student Union Administration Hiring Range $15.00/hour Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours 8a - 5p; M-F How many hours per week are required? flexible depending on overall schedule Description of Primary Duties

Office Assistants greet and assist customers and provide information about Plaster Student Union and Missouri State University. In addition, Office Assistants perform general office duties such as answering telephone, taking messages or transferring calls, filing, and spreadsheet entry. Assistance with contacting businesses related to digital ad sales is also a function of this position.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should be interested in all aspects of working in a customer service driven environment, be self-motivated and focused on getting things done. Preferred applicants will have some experience in handling phone lines, customer service, basic clerical skills, website design, computer literacy, and/or be studying business, accounting, or a related major.

Office Assistants are student employees and must meet all University requirements to work on campus.

Office Assistants will primarily support the office during the lunch hour, in addition to other hours, as directed by the staff and selected applicant(s) schedule.

Required Certifications Additional Qualifications

The person hired for this opening will be assisting with spreadsheets and accounting functions. This position is for Spring 2027 semester, with opportunity for continued employment in future semesters and summer, as directed by office staff.

Special Instructions to Applicants Contact Information

Karen Foster

karenfoster@missouristate.edu

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Posting Detail

Open Date 11/02/2026 Close Date 11/13/2026 Posting Number 20260155STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?

• Yes

• No

• I don't know

• • Are you a current Missouri State University Student?

• Yes

• No

• • Does your financial aid award letter show that you have a work study award for the current academic year?

• Yes

• No

• Are you available to work during the summer?

• Yes

• No

• Please list any special skills and/or experience you have.

(Open Ended Question)