Student Assistant

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

Job summary

Missouri State University seeks a Student Assistant to support the Dean of Students Office at the Springfield Campus. The role involves greeting visitors, answering phones, and assisting with scanning documents and special projects as requested by staff.

This position requires current enrollment for fall 2026 and Federal Work Study eligibility, with posted hours Tuesday 12:00–2:00 pm and Wednesday/Thursday 9:00 am–2:00 pm, totaling 10–12 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Current student enrolled for fall 2026 semester.
• Ability to work the specific posted hours.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer telephones.
• Assist with scanning documents and special projects as requested by departmental staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Job description

Student Assistant

Please review the specific work hours for this position before applying. If you have availability for the posted work hours, we welcome your application.

Student Status

Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Department

Dean of Students Office

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

Specific hours needed Tuesday 12:00 - 2:00 pm, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Hours per week required

10-12

Description of Primary Duties

This position will primarily greet visitors and answer telephones. Additional duties will be assisting with scanning documents and special projects as requested by departmental staff.

Required Qualifications

• Current student enrolled for fall 2026 semester.
• Ability to work the specific posted hours.
• Familiar with Microsoft office applications.

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

09/03/2026

Close Date

09/25/2026

Posting Number

20260138STU

Required Documents

• Resume
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Other Documents -1

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Does your financial aid award letter show that you have a work study award for the current academic year?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * 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.
• * 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.

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