Theatre & Dance Front of House Student Assistant - Work Study

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

Job summary

Missouri State University in Springfield seeks a Theatre & Dance Front of House Student Assistant working under the Work Study program. The role supports ushers, assists with seating, ticket scanning, and program distribution during academic productions.

Additionally, you may contribute to Marketing office projects and social media, with weekly hours of 2–10 and evening/weekend availability encouraged. Must be eligible for Federal Work Study; on-campus location at Springfield Campus.

Qualifications

• Work Study eligibility required
• Evening and weekend availability encouraged
• Must be authorized to work in the United States full-time

Responsibilities

• Scan tickets and hand out programs
• Assist with seating and directing patrons
• Help with setup and takedown of equipment and seating
• Guide patrons to restrooms and assist those with limited mobility
• Provide general patron assistance during performances
• Support Marketing office tasks and social media for the department

Skills

Ushers & front of house

Publicity & social media

Customer service

Job description

Theatre & Dance Front of House Student Assistant - Work Study

Theatre and Dance seeks Work Study Eligible Marketing and Front of House Staff:

Ushers and front of house staff are responsible for the general ease and comfortability of our patrons that attend academic productions throughout the semester. Other duties include scanning tickets, handing out programs, assist with set up and take down of equipment and seating.

Ushers will be required to assist patrons to their seats, guide them to bathrooms, exit areas, and answer applicable questions to the production. Applicants should be aware that they will also be tasked with helping patrons with limited mobility or other special needs to and from their seats, as well.

Applicants will also be able to work hours in the Marketing office, working on publicity and social media for the department. Work hours for this position will be weekly with additional irregular hours based on production needs. Evening and weekend availability is encouraged.

Position Details

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

Work Location Springfield Campus

Hiring Range 15.00/hour

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 9am-11pm

How many hours per week are required? 2-10

Required Documents

• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Open and Close Dates

Open Date 08/25/2026

Close Date 11/25/2026

Posting Number

20260127STU

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.

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
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