Student Assistant

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University Springfield Campus is hiring for a Student Status Work-Study position in the Darr College of Agriculture Administration. The work location is the Springfield Campus with hours Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.

Expect 10–15 hours per week performing duties such as answering the phone, scheduling appointments, making photocopies, filing, and basic Excel/Word work. Preferred candidates will have an excellent work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and strong organizational and

Qualifications

• Preferred applicants will have excellent work ethic and problem solving skills.
• Organization and computer skills are a must. Accounting skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Answer the phone and schedule appointments.
• Make photocopies, filing, and data entry in Excel and Word.
• Support the department with administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Excellent work ethic

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Accounting skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

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

Department Darr College of Agriculture Administration

Hiring Range

Hiring Range 15.00/hr.

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 Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

How many hours per week are required?

How many hours per week are required? 10-15

Description of Primary Duties

Primary duties would include answering the phone, making appointments, making photocopies, filing, working in Excel and Word, and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Preferred applicants will have excellent work ethic and problem solving skills. Organization and computer skills are a must. Accounting skills are a plus.

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Need students who have the availability to work 2-3 of these days and time frames:

• Monday 10 am – 2:30 pm
• Wednesday 10 am – 12:30 pm
• Thursday 10 am – 1:00 pm or 1:00 to 5:00 pm
• Friday 10 am – 1:00 pm or 1:00 to 5:00 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

Open Date 08/03/2026

Close Date

Close Date 08/28/2026

Posting Number

Posting Number 20260101STU

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)

Supplemental Questions

• 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
• Are you currently seeking a degree at Missouri State University? Or are you currently seeking a teacher certification at Missouri State University?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I'm not sure.
• Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
  • Yes
  • No