Missouri Western State University

Office Assistant

Closes: Mar 9, 2026

Position Information


Position Title	Office Assistant
Department	School of Fine Arts
Appointment Term	Spring (January - May)
FLSA	Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The student Office Assistant will provide administrative support and serves as initial contact for the department in the absence of the Administrative Assistant. Office Assistant answers the telephones, assesses, and responds to inquiries, provides appropriate information and direction for students, staff, and faculty.

Essential Duties

Answer telephone
Provides support when Administrative Assistant is not available
Distributes incoming mail
Provides direction for students, faculty, and staff
Makes and distributes copies
Organizes supplies
Other duties relevant to the position

Required Qualifications

MWSU Student Degree Seeking At least an overall 2.0 GPA Enrolled at least part-time

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good people skills
Flexibility
Have the ability to self-regulate and manage time

Physical Demands

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Demands

Location where duties are to be performed: Potter 103

Federal Work Study: Not Required

Hours of Work: Anticipate 5 hours per week

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number	ST261P
Number of Vacancies	1
Open Date	11/13/2025
Priority Deadline	11/21/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes

Special Instructions Summary

All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined. This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website)

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