Music Department Office Assistant II (Student Worker)

Millersville University; Millersville (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Millersville University is seeking a Music Department Student Worker to serve as an Office Assistant II for Academic Year 2026-2027. Work 6 hours weekly, Monday through Friday, 8pm-4pm, in the Music Department.

Must be a music major; duties include front-desk coverage, mail handling, copying, inventory, and recital support, with Open Time Clock for hours and involvement in auditions/open houses as needed.

Qualifications

• MUST be a music major
• Knowledge of office procedures, office machines and telephone etiquette
• Sufficient knowledge of musical terms to proficiently type documents for music faculty
• Knowledge of computers (Macintosh and Microsoft Word)
• Must be able to work when office needs are greatest
• Must be able to work independently and self-driven
• Must be punctual, dependable and trustworthy
• You must have solid interpersonal skills, as you regularly communicate with students and faculty members
• Knowledgeable of all majors, class requirements, and the program in general

Responsibilities

• Assist with answering telephones and taking complete messages
• Greet visitors and assist them as needed
• Open and sort mail
• Photocopy
• Assist with Faculty copying needs
• Track/Update Instrument Databases to maintain accurate records including signing out instruments
• Track/sign-out lockers
• Track office inventory
• Assist with keeping office equipment functioning
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned
• Create Programs for Recitals. Following guidelines set forth by Faculty
• Work Hours must be entered by Student via Open Time Clock
• Sign students into Recital Hour and will make sure recital CDs are paid for and given to students after their recital.
• Assist with recruitment events such as Audition Days and Open Houses as needed
• Assist with Special Projects/Programs as needed

Skills

Office procedures

Musical terminology

Computers

Punctual & dependable

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of majors & requirements

Work when needed

Independent & self-driven

Education

Music major

Tools

Macintosh

Microsoft Word

Job description

Student Worker - Office Assistant II Music Department Academic Year 2026-2027

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

MUST BE A MUSIC MAJOR

Cover letter and resume are optional. Class schedule is required which will help us to assist you with determining the best working hours during your academic and extra-curricular schedule.

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Position Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number Stu781P

Position Type

Position Type Student Worker

Department

Department Department of Student Workers

Job Title

Job Title Student Worker - Office Assistant II Music Department Academic Year 2026-2027

Classification

Classification Student Worker

Pay Rate

Pay Rate Starting rate $9.50/hr

Position Summary Information

Hours per week 6 hours per week

Days Worked

Days Worked M-F

Hours/Shift worked 8pm-4pm

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Music Department is looking for music majors to work as an Office Assistant.

Required Qualifications

MUST be a music major

• Knowledge of office procedures, office machines and telephone etiquette
• Sufficient knowledge of musical terms to proficiently type documents for music faculty
• Knowledge of computers (Macintosh and Microsoft Word)
• Must be able to work when office needs are greatest
• Must be able to work independently and self-driven
• Must be punctual, dependable and trustworthy
• You must have solid interpersonal skills, as you regularly communicate with students and faculty members
• Knowledgeable of all majors, class requirements, and the program in general

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Job Duties

• Assist with answering telephones and taking complete messages
• Greet visitors and assist them as needed
• Open and sort mail
• Photocopy
• Assist with Faculty copying needs
• Track/Update Instrument Databases to maintain accurate records including signing out instruments
• Track/sign-out lockers
• Track office inventory
• Assist with keeping office equipment functioning
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned
• Create Programs for Recitals. Following guidelines set forth by Faculty
• Work Hours must be entered by Student via Open Time Clock
• Sign students into Recital Hour and will make sure recital CDs are paid for and given to students after their recital.
• Assist with recruitment events such as Audition Days and Open Houses as needed
• Assist with Special Projects/Programs as needed

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

* Be able to sit and use a computer for the length of shift
* Be able to lift packages at most 10lbs
* Be able to walk for a length of shift

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 07/14/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 11/30/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

MUST BE A MUSIC MAJOR

Cover letter and resume are optional. Class schedule is required which will help us to assist you with determining the best working hours during your academic and extra-curricular schedule.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently attending Millersville University or will be at the time of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What days/hours are you available to work?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your current major/minor?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you currently on Millersville University Student Payroll?
  • YES - I have another job on campus and am in the student payroll system.
  • IN PROCESS - I am in the process of completing new hire paperwork with the Student Payroll Office for another job on campus.
  • No.