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Football Equipment Graduate Assistant |
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| Location: |
Big Rapids (Main Campus) |
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| Department: |
51600 - Gen Athletics
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| Advertised Salary: |
$11,918.00 stipend, housing (which is taxable) and upon admittance into graduate school, the student will be eligible to receive a scholarship covering up to 9 credits per semester. |
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Benefits:
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| FLSA: |
Non-Exempt |
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| Temporary/Continuing: |
Temporary |
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| Part-Time/Full-Time: |
Part-Time |
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| Union Group: |
N/A |
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| Term of Position: |
10 Month |
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| At Will/Just Cause: |
At Will |
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| Summary of Position: |
Responsible for the coordination, oversight and management of the equipment activities for the Ferris State football team at the NCAA Division II level that meets all industry and competitive safeguard standards.
Pursuant to FSU-HRPP 2005:44, "Students currently admitted on a full-time basis, defined as carrying at least 9 credits per semester, to a Ferris State University graduate program and earning credits toward a graduate degree, may qualify for a Graduate Project Assistant (GPA) position". Position is 20 hours per week and the work year is August 1 - May 31. |
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| Position Type: |
Staff |
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| Required Education: |
Bachelor's Degree. Must be enrolled in a Ferris State University Graduate program for Fall 2025 semester, carrying at least 9 credits per semester. |
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| Required Work Experience: |
One year of equipment-related experience or athletic-related experience
Knowledge of issuing, fitting, cleaning, and maintaining athletic equipment. |
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| Required Licenses and Certifications: |
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| Physical Demands: |
- Office Environment
- Bending
- Carrying
- Inclement Weather
- Moving
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Driving
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: |
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| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: |
Coordination of issue, maintenance and repair of football team game and practice equipment.
Recruit and recommend for hire, train and supervise equipment student staff.
Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.
Coordinate and supervise team support staff preparation for all football home games, special events and road games as required.
Drive equipment to away games.
Schedule and monitor student work time.
Coordinate football team equipment travel preparation.
Coordinate day -to-day practice uniform and equipment needs and staffing for football team.
Develop and implement daily laundry schedule for football team.
Coordinate and perform daily repairs and maintenance on individual equipment as needed.
Supervise student staff.
Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. |
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| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: |
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| Skills and Abilities: |
Knowledge of the NCAA rules and guidelines
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in packing and planning for away contests
Experience with the day-to-day problem solving associated with equipment duties and responsibilities.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. |
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| Required Documents: |
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
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Initial Application Review Date:
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May 12, 2025 |
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| Open Until Position is Filled?: |
Yes |
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Posting Close Date:
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| EEO Statement: |
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
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