MCHHS SSAC Office Assistant - Work Study

Missouri State University; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

A public university located in Springfield, Massachusetts is seeking a student for a work-study position. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, scheduling appointments, and performing various clerical duties. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work discreetly with confidential information. Compensation is set at $15.00 per hour, and applicants must be Federal Work Study recipients.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required for various office interactions.
• Demonstrated customer service experience is essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer phone calls.
• Schedule advisement appointments.
• Maintain an organized office area.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong customer service and professionalism

High level of organizational skills

Ability to work with and maintain confidential information

Ability to complete tasks independently

Computer literate or willing to learn

Job description

Please email a copy of your resume to [e-mail].

Position Title

Student Status: Student Status Work Study Required – You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Department

McQueary College of Health & Human Services Administration

Hiring Range

$15.00 per 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.

Operating Hours

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hours per Week

Varies

Description of Primary Duties

• Greet visitors pleasantly and professionally, and answer phone calls.
• Schedule advisement appointments and perform clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, and running errands.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized main office area.
• Assist students with course registration and general registration inquiries related to campus resources and programs within the College.
• Support advisement staff with special projects and assignments as requested.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and professionalism.
• High level of organizational skills.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to complete tasks independently.
• Computer literate or willing to learn.

Required Certifications

• Proof of Work Study Award.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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, religion, sex, 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 as violating the legal rights of religious or military organizations. 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 discrimination or related procedures 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.

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources (t) 417‑836‑5102 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Student Employment Services (t) 417‑836‑5627 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Application Dates

Open Date: 04/20/2026

Close Date: 09/11/2026

Posting Number

20260056STU