Front Desk Reception

Missouri State University; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking a Front Desk Reception in the Springfield Campus to support the Provost Office. This is a Work Study eligible role with a 10-20 hour per week schedule in a typical Monday–Friday work pattern.

The position involves greeting visitors, answering phones, and light clerical tasks to assist Provost Office staff. Requirements include a minimum 2.0 GPA and student enrollment in at least 6 credits; Work Study eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a 2.0 GPA.
• Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester.
• Work Study eligible if applying as a Work Study student.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors to the Provost Office
• Answer Phone as Needed
• Light clerical work as needed by the Provost Office personnel

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Work Study applicants must attach their work study letter.

Position Title

Position Title Front Desk Reception

Student Status

Student Status Work Study Optional –You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $15.00

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

Department/Employer Operating Hours M-F 8-5pm

How many hours per week are required?

How many hours per week are required? 10 to 20

Description of Primary Duties

1. Greet visitors to the Provost Office
2. Answer Phone as Needed
3. Light clerical work as needed by the Provost Office personnel

Required Qualifications

Must have at least a 2.0 GPA ; be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester; be Work Study eligible if applying as a Work Study student

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Work Study applicants must attach their work study letter.

Contact Information

Mary Lynne Golden – 417-836-5119
Rhonda Breshears – 417-836-6204

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.





This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.





The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

Open Date

Open Date 08/14/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/16/2026

Posting Number

Posting Number 20260105STU

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts - 1
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

If you have questions:
Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:
Student Employment Services
(t)417-836-5627
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.