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Digital Marketing Specialist
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| Reporting to the Executive Director of Digital Experience, the Digital Marketing Specialist Web Content is responsible for developing and maintaining engaging, search-optimized website content that supports Ferris State’s marketing and enrollment efforts. This role collaborates across departments to manage web updates, oversee academic program landing pages, and support internal communications. They also play a critical role in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategy, keyword tracking, and organic content development to improve search rankings and user engagement. Required: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, or a related field. 2+ years of professional experience (including internships) in website content creation, SEO strategy, and/or digital communications. Hands-on experience with web content management systems (Omni CMS, WordPress, Drupal, or similar). Strong understanding of SEO best practices, keyword tracking, and content optimization. Experience writing and managing web content, blogs, and long-form digital content. |
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Philanthropy Officer
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement, and working with other staff and volunteers. The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, and soliciting individual mid-level major gift prospects that are capable of making gift commitments of $10,000 or more to support Ferris State University’s funding priorities. Travel is required, including some evenings and/or weekends. Required: Bachelor’s degree. At least 2 - 4 years of professional, relevant experience or a combination of education and experience |
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Dining Assistant Manager
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Supports the Dining Services Manager in the direction and administration of activities of assigned unit(s) through coordination, supervision and leadership of the employees assigned to operations of the Dining Services Department. Required: Associate’s degree in Food Service Management or related field or four years of additional full-time required experience in lieu of post-secondary education. Two years of food service experience, including recent supervisory responsibilities. |
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Part-time Clerical (Racquet & Fitness Center)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Ferris State University Racquet and Fitness Center is looking to fill front desk staff positions. This position offers up to 28 hours per week, but the shifts may include early openings, late closing, weekends, or during university breaks. Required: High school diploma. Must have at least 3 years working experience. |
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Food Service Worker (9-Month)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at the Quad Café. The normal working hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Days off are Saturday and Sunday. Tentative start date for this position will be August 17th, 2025. Provide food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers, and maintaining assigned area. This is a 9-month position. The employee may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University’s requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Personnel who possess the special qualifications and training necessary for this position may apply. This is an AFSCME bargaining unit position. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Six months full-time equivalent experience in commercial food service to include food preparation. |
