Student Groundskeeper

Missouri State University; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking a Groundskeeping role at the Springfield Campus for a student-status work-study position. You will perform grounds maintenance tasks including pulling weeds, watering plants, trimming bushes, and debris removal as assigned by the Grounds Department. Typical hours are 8:00-5:00, Monday to Friday, with a maximum of 20 hours per week.

A valid driver’s license is required. This on-site role does not provide work visa sponsorship and belongs to the Grounds

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Pulling weeds, Watering plants, trimming bushes, debris removal, and other duties as assigned as basic Groundskeeping.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Job description

Student Status Work Study Optional –You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Department

Grounds

Hiring Range

$15.00

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

8:00-5:00 Monday-Friday

How many hours per week are required?

20 max

Description of Primary Duties

Pulling weeds, Watering plants, trimming bushes, debris removal, and other duties as assigned as basic Groundskeeping.

Required Qualifications

Valid drivers license

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Contact Information

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.

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes, I have a valid Missouri driver's license.
  • Yes, I have a valid driver's license from another state.
  • No, I do not have a valid driver's license.

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.

Open Date

08/19/2026

Close Date

09/02/2026

Posting Number

20260117STU