Office Assistant - Biology & Chemistry (FWS)

Federal Work-Study

Office Assistant - Biology & Chemistry (FWS)

STPO272

Level 1 - Entry Student Assistant

9.50

09/01/2026

Student - Federal

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.

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.

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

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

Must be reliable and punctual.

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.