Operations Assistant - Work Study

Missouri State University; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University in Springfield is seeking a Student Status Work Study candidate to join the efactory—Center for Business and Economic Development. The role focuses on setting up and cleaning meeting spaces and supporting opening and closing procedures.

Work will be on the Springfield Campus, Monday through Friday, 7am to 6pm with 10–20 hours per week and a pay rate of $15 per hour. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and eligible for Federal Work Study.

Qualifications

• Work Study Eligible required.
• Reliable and detail-oriented candidate preferred.
• Friendly and team-oriented demeanor expected.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and cleaning meeting spaces.
• Keeping shared areas clean and organized.
• Assisting with opening and closing procedures.

Skills

Work Study Eligible

Reliable

Detail Oriented

Friendly

Following checklists

Availability 6:30–8:30 am or 4:30–6:30

Job description

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

efactory-- Center for Business and Economic Development (CBED)

Hiring Range

$15/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

7am to 6pm, Monday through Friday

How many hours per week are required?

10-20 hours

Description of Primary Duties

• setting up and cleaning meeting spaces
• help in keeping shared areas clean and organized
• assisting with opening and closing procedures

Required Qualifications

• Work Study Eligible
• Reliable
• Detail Oriented
• Friendly
• Comfortable following checklists and moving chairs, tables, and other supplies as needed
• Available to work 6:30 am to 8:30 am and/or 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

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

08/31/2026

Close Date

09/30/2026

Posting Number

20260131STU

Required Documents

• Resume
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
• Other Documents -1

Supplemental Questions

• Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
• * Are you currently seeking a degree at Missouri State University? Or are you currently seeking a teacher certification at Missouri State University?
• * Would you be available to work during University breaks?
• How did you hear about this position?

  (Open Ended Question)

• How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?

  (Open Ended Question)

  • Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?
    • Yes
    • No
    • I don't know

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.