Frequently Asked Questions About Student Employment
                  
                  
                     
                        
                        Where do I apply for student employment or work-study placement?
                        
                        On-campus jobs at Missouri State University-West Plains are posted on the employment opportunities website. Job announcements are coordinated through the human resources office, (417) 255-7265, in Kellett Hall, room 202.
                        
                     
                        
                        Where do I apply for off-campus employment?
                        
                        Off-campus jobs with employers in the West Plains community are posted on Handshake. Job announcements are coordinated through career services, (417) 255-7230, in Lybyer Hall, room 210.
                        
                     
                        
                        When can I start working?
                        
                        You may begin working as soon as the employment process is finalized. New student
                           employees are required to complete the W-4, I-9 and Direct Deposit forms. These forms
                           are available in the human resources office, Kellett Hall, room 202,  (417) 255-7265, and must be completed before working. Students should be prepared to complete the
                           I-9 form by bringing their proper identification and proof of eligibility to work.
                           No faxes or copies of these documents will be accepted. A current voided blank check
                           must accompany the Direct Deposit Form.
                        
                     
                        
                        What is minimum wage?
                        
                        $13.75 per hour.
                        
                     
                        
                        How many hours am I allowed to work?
                        
                        Student workers are generally limited to 20 hours per week. Students may not work
                           more than a combined total of 1,000 hours for any given 12-month period for any campus
                           departments.
                        
                     
                        
                        How do I enter my hours worked?
                        
                        Access to the Time Entry System is through My Missouri State under the Work Resources tab.
                        
                     
                        
                        When do I get paid?
                        
                        Student employees are paid twice a month and receive hourly wages according to the
                           classification of their positions. Paydays are based on the published payroll calendars. Pay periods begin at 12:01 AM Monday and end at midnight the following Sunday. Payment
                           will be direct deposited.
                        
                     
                        
                        Where can I view my earnings statement?
                        
                        Payroll Earnings Statements are available at My Missouri State under the Work Resources tab, Banner Self-Service folder, Employee folder, Pay Information
                           folder. Students may print copies of their Earnings Statement for their records.
                        
                     
                        
                        How do I change my direct deposit account for payroll?
                        
                        Direct deposit changes made in financial aid will not affect direct deposit information
                           for payroll. A separate form needs to be completed with human resources office, (417) 255-7265, Kellett Hall, room 202.
                        
                     
                        
                        Where do I find out about internship?
                        
                        Internship opportunities may be explored through the office of career services, (417) 255-7230, in Lybyer Hall, room 210. Additionally, you can discuss with a faculty member in
                           your degree program for assistance and guidance with an appropriate internship opportunity.