Posting Details Position Type Federal Work-Study Job Title Office Assistant

• Biology & Chemistry (FWS) Posting Number STPO272 Grade/Level Level 1
• Entry Student Assistant Hourly Rate for Job Posting 9.50 Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 09/01/2026 Posting Category Student
• Federal Position details Job Summary Performs tasks which require minimal training and that can be learned relatively easily and involve few decisions.

Positions are typically clerical or non-technical in nature and may involve basic computer usage. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities will typically involve repetitious tasks such as picking up and sorting mail, answering telephones, running errands, etc. This position will require limited contact with internal and external customers. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Other Duties and Responsibilities Answers phones Greets office visitors Runs errands Picks up mail and delivers to appropriate places Performs other light administrative duties Assists Academic Specialist, Department Chair, faculty and staff as required Minimum Requirements Must be a current MSU student receiving Federal Workstudy Must maintain satisfactory academic progress Must feel comfortable using nominal judgment and possess basic analytical or decision-making skills Must have the ability to understand and to follow written and verbal instructions Must be able to operate basic equipment such as computer, copier/printer, telephone, etc. No specific education or specialized skills are required Additional Desirable Qualifications Must be reliable and punctual. Physical Requirements Working Conditions Maintains office during lunch hours, meetings, and when Department chair or Academic Specialist is out. Keeps work station, office, and supply room clean, sanitized and clear of all personal items. Assistant is required to keep all information confidential and if not, could result in termination of work-study position.