Missouri Western State University
Office Assistant for Health Professions: Social Work
Missouri Western State University, Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Office Assistant for Health Professions: Social Work
Department Social Work
Appointment Term Academic Year (August - May)
FLSA Non-Exempt
Job Summary
This position will assist in our day-to-day normal operations that take place throughout the year.
Essential Duties Responsible for performing daily office tasks such as filing, scanning, data entry, recording, maintaining records, copying, posting and other similar duties, using a computer terminal and limited word processing. Will be required to assist with any day-to-day operations specific to the Social Work Program, and its faculty which will include but not limited to preparing for the upcoming site visit. Follows organization and department procedures to complete tasks in a timely manner, and other duties as assigned. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Student will need to be able to work independently. Typically reports to supervisor. Required Qualifications
MWSU Student Degree Seeking At least an overall 2.0 GPA Enrolled at least part-time Student will need to qualify for Federal Work Study Preferred Qualifications
Good computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Microsoft Word & Excel). Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the department. Knowledge of Microsoft Publisher and Adobe Acrobat is an added plus. Ability to type 25 -30 wpm. Ability to run on-campus errands. Would prefer someone who is a self-starter. Extra skills beyond those listed here (computer and otherwise) are a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A command of the English language, as the student will be required to handle correspondence, data processing and answer telephones in a professional manner, as well as work extensively with student files. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the department. Student will need to be able to work independently. Student must possess ability to work well with MWSU students, faculty and staff.
Physical Demands Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Additional Demands
Location where duties are to be performed
Murphy 207
Federal Work Study Required
Hours of Work
15 hours per week.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST236P
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 08/25/2025
Priority Deadline 09/29/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
This position requires a student who has
Federal Work Study
eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361;
website )
Position Information
Position Title Office Assistant for Health Professions: Social Work
Department Social Work
Appointment Term Academic Year (August - May)
FLSA Non-Exempt
Job Summary
This position will assist in our day-to-day normal operations that take place throughout the year.
Essential Duties Responsible for performing daily office tasks such as filing, scanning, data entry, recording, maintaining records, copying, posting and other similar duties, using a computer terminal and limited word processing. Will be required to assist with any day-to-day operations specific to the Social Work Program, and its faculty which will include but not limited to preparing for the upcoming site visit. Follows organization and department procedures to complete tasks in a timely manner, and other duties as assigned. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Student will need to be able to work independently. Typically reports to supervisor. Required Qualifications
MWSU Student Degree Seeking At least an overall 2.0 GPA Enrolled at least part-time Student will need to qualify for Federal Work Study Preferred Qualifications
Good computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Microsoft Word & Excel). Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the department. Knowledge of Microsoft Publisher and Adobe Acrobat is an added plus. Ability to type 25 -30 wpm. Ability to run on-campus errands. Would prefer someone who is a self-starter. Extra skills beyond those listed here (computer and otherwise) are a plus. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A command of the English language, as the student will be required to handle correspondence, data processing and answer telephones in a professional manner, as well as work extensively with student files. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the department. Student will need to be able to work independently. Student must possess ability to work well with MWSU students, faculty and staff.
Physical Demands Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Additional Demands
Location where duties are to be performed
Murphy 207
Federal Work Study Required
Hours of Work
15 hours per week.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ST236P
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 08/25/2025
Priority Deadline 09/29/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
This position requires a student who has
Federal Work Study
eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361;
website )