Desk Assistant - Summer

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

Springfield Campus

Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services

$15/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.

24 hours/day

20

Front desks are operated 24 hours a day; weekend and overnight shifts will be required on a rotating basis. There will be shifts during breaks and holidays for buildings.

• Work shifts at residence hall front desk as assigned, organizing and updating information as needed, and cleaning and maintaining desk area.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date listing of students/participants, location of students/participants, services available, campus and local telephone numbers.
• Greet and receive inquiries (face‑to‑face or by phone) in a polite and courteous manner.
• Meet and communicate daily with the Hall Staff.
• Respond to emergency situations by understanding emergency contact procedures.
• Serve as resource person to residents in building.
• Distribute mail and other information as requested.
• Present good image of Missouri State University by means of a tidy appearance, a pleasant and helpful disposition, a positive attitude, and responsive action.
• Assist the Associate Director, Assistant Director, and Hall Staff with other duties as assigned.

• Enrollment at Missouri State for Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 semester.
• Minimum of 12 completed hours with 2.00 GPA by end of Spring term.
• Experience working in residence hall system or in hospitality/service industry preferred.
• Ability to communicate well in group and individual situations.
• Ability to quickly evaluate and respond appropriately to crisis situations.
• Must be able to get along with others and work well under pressure.

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Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services
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02/02/2026

02/15/2026

STU

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation‑1 (Non‑confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation‑2 (Non‑confidential)

• Any additional documents that support your application.

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