Building Manager - Plaster Student Union

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Building Manager - Plaster Student Union Student Status Work Study Optional -You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position. Work Location Springfield Campus Department Plaster Student Union Administration Hiring Range 15.75/hr Sponsorship Information

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.

Department/Employer Operating Hours The PSU is open Monday-Friday 7am-11pm and Saturday-Sunday 11am-11pm unless otherwise scheduled for events. Nights (until building close) and some weekends are required. How many hours per week are required? 12-20 Description of Primary Duties

During evening and weekend hours, building managers function as the building supervisor.

Daily Tasks and Activities:

• Maintains the safety and security of the Student Union and its guests
• Coordinates essential Union functions to ensure a smooth operation
• Enforces University and Union policy
• Provides our guests excellent customer service
• Maintains occupancy records and shift logs
• Oversee and assist line staff employees as needed during their shifts
• Reports maintenance problems through proper channels
• Assists with technical problems
• Assists with room set up and preparation
• Responsible for responding to emergency situations that may involve fire, police, or paramedics

Required Qualifications

Building Managers are student employees and must meet all University requirements to work on campus. Applicants should have:

• A minimum 2.5 GPA
• A minimum of 30 undergraduate credit hours completed (sophomore status); 60 hours is preferred.
• Positive customer-oriented attitude and professional image
• Excellent interpersonal & leadership skills
• Ability to follow directions and manage time efficiently
• Ability to lift/stack tables and chairs

Evening (4pm-midnight) and weekend (4-6 days per month) availability are required. Please do not apply if you are unable to meet these requirements.

Required Certifications Additional Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience
• Audio/visual technical experience

Preferred applicants will have Summer 2027 availability.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application for this position requires that you submit a cover letter and resume. Within your cover letter, please address these questions:

1. Describe your special qualities, skills, and experiences and how they are applicable to the position for which you are applying.

2. Complete this sentence: A great manager will always …

3. Explain what you hope to gain from your experience as a manager.

4. Describe what the role of the Plaster Student Union is on the MSU campus. How do you envision yourself enhancing that role?

5. What challenges do you imagine you might encounter when supervising your peers?

Applicants who do not answer these questions within their cover letter will not be considered.

Contact Information

cortneydenbow@missouristate.edu

417-836-4218

Disclaimer

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Posting Detail

Open Date 10/22/2026 Close Date 11/06/2026 Posting Number 20260151STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current Missouri State University Student?

• Yes

• No

• • Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.50 or better?

• Yes

• No

• I don't know

• • What is your anticipated graduation date?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Would you be available to work during University breaks?

• Always

• Sometimes

• Never

• • Are you available to work during the summer?

• Yes

• No

• • How many credit hours are you enrolled in for the upcoming fall semester?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your campus involvement outside of the classroom (e.g. student organizations, leadership positions, volunteer positions, on-campus employment, etc.):

(Open Ended Question)