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Title IX Deputy Coordinator
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Title IX (Deputy Coordinator) reports to the Title IX Coordinator Administrator and supports the University’s coordinated compliance with Title IX and related University policies. The Deputy Coordinator serves as the operational deputy for day-to-day response and case administration, including intake, supportive measures, investigations, informal resolution support, records management, education, prevention, and campus outreach. Working under the direction of the Title IX Coordinator, the Deputy Coordinator helps ensure that reports are addressed promptly, equitably, impartially, and with care; that parties understand available resources and resolution options; and that University partners across all locations receive consistent guidance. The position exercises independent judgment within delegated authority and may act on behalf of the Title IX Coordinator when assigned or when the Coordinator is unavailable. The Title IX Coordinator retains primary responsibility and final authority for University-wide Title IX compliance, policy interpretation, formal complaint determinations, and oversight of grievance processes. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The University will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1B, or similar employment sponsorship. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. |
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Part-Time Athletics and Game Help
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide assistance with general athletic duties, including ticket takers, clock/shot operators, scoreboard operators, announcers, and game-day ticket managers. Pay Rates are listed below: Football: Announcer $150.00 per game; Scoreboard $60.00 per game; Book $60.00 per game; Game Clock $60.00 per game; Play Clock $60.00 per game; Spotter $60.00 per game; Official/Visitor Host $100.00 per game. Basketball: Announcer $40.00 per game/$80.00 double header; Scoreboard $40.00 per game/$80.00 double header; Book $40.00 per game/$80.00 double header; Game Clock or Shot Clock $40.00 per game/$80.00 double header; Stats $50.00 per game/$100.00 double header. Volleyball: Announcer $75.00 per game; Scoreboard $50.00 per game. Soccer: Announcer $50.00 per game; Scoreboard $50.00 per game. Stunt: Announcer $100.00 per event. Hockey: Announcer $200 per game; Stats $50.00 per game. Required: High School Diploma. |
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Custodian
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a custodial position, M-F, 10:30 pm – 7:00 am. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial, hospital, or school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Demonstrated experience with correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment such as a vacuum cleaner, automatic scrubber, high-speed burnisher, single-disc scrubber, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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Director of Transfer and Articulation
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Director of Transfer and Articulation provides strategic leadership and day-to-day operational oversight for the University’s transfer credit, articulation agreements, and credit-for-prior-learning functions. Reporting to the Associate Dean of the College of Extended Studies, the Director is accountable for ensuring that every credit a student has already earned – at a community college, four-year institution, through an industry credential or apprenticeship, or through documented professional experience – is evaluated accurately, awarded consistently, and posted in time to be useful to the student. This role requires operational precision and relationship-building in equal measure. The Director owns the institutional processes behind articulated credit, credit for credential, and the Assessment of Prior Learning portfolio, while simultaneously serving as Ferris State’s primary articulation contact for Michigan’s community colleges and peer institutions. The Director represents the University in statewide transfer work, including the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), the Michigan Transfer Network, MiTransfer and MiWorkforce Pathways, and MACRAO. The anticipated start date for this position is November of 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H1B, etc. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. |
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Adjunct - Clinical (Part-Time)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide in-person clinical teaching and patient care at the University Eye Center campus clinic (Big Rapids). The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to provide clinical education on a semester-by-semester basis. Compensation: Tier 1 ($55.59/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) without Residency; and 2 years experience; Tier 2 ($63.83/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) with Residency ; and 3 years experience; OR Fellowship (FAAO, FOVDRA, etc.) or equivalent; Tier 3 ($72.07/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) with Residency; and 5 years experience; and Fellowship/certification; and national professional organization lectures/posters and/or other published works. The anticipated start date of this position is October 2026; however, this is an estimated date and can be revised as needed. It will remain ongoing as needed. Required: At the time of appointment, the applicant must hold the Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree. At the time of appointment, the applicant must have or be eligible for a Michigan optometry license with DPA and TPA certifications for appointment to the college's clinical staff. At least one year of residency experience or have at least 2 years in patient care work experience. |
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Museum & Gallery Stu Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Student workers will assist in all duties relating to the installation and striking of exhibitions using proper art handling methods and Best Practices. |
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C4 Research Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The position will support the C4 faculty research project through tasks such as mentoring, gathering information, organizing data, and preparing materials that support students in the C4 Scholar Program. The student will develop valuable skills in communication and organization. Applicants should be dependable, detail-oriented, willing to learn, and able to work independently and as part of a team. |
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Account Specialist
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Engineering Technology at Ferris State University is seeking an Account Specialist to support the College’s academic programs and operations. This position independently performs a variety of complex accounting and budgetary responsibilities, including reconciling financial activity between TouchNet, Banner, and other accounting systems. The successful candidate will support effective budget planning and financial management across the College while conducting periodic reviews of departmental accounting practices to ensure consistency with University and College policies and procedures. Responsibilities also include communicating and implementing accounting procedures, identifying opportunities for process improvement, proposing procedural changes when appropriate, and assisting with the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures for CET. This position requires strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external constituents. The anticipated start date for this position is September 2026. However, this is an estimated date and may be revised as needed. Required: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or closely related field, or equivalent combination of appropriate education and work experience. Satisfactory completion of two years of college or equivalent. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time. Strong computer knowledge, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based transactions. Previous experience using electronic record keeping system. |
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Secretary Level 2
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Secretary Level 2 will provide administrative support to the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department within the College of Arts, Sciences and Education. This position delivers key clerical functions to support academic operations independently and within established departmental and college policies. Schedule: On-site | Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The anticipated start date for this position is early October 2026; however this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent such as military technical training or business/technical schooling. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of works experience equals one year of education. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Two years full-time office experience or equivalent (2 years part time is equivalent to 1 year full time). |
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Custodian
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a custodial position, M-F, 5:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Required: High School diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Demonstrated experience with the correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, automatic scrubbers, high-speed burnishers, single-disc scrubbers, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment, or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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Custodian (9-Month)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a 9-month custodial position, M-F, 5:00 pm – 1:30 am. All applicants must ensure their application information reflects how they meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job posting to be considered for the position. Required: High School diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Demonstrated experience with correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaner, automatic scrubber, high speed burnisher, single disc scrubber, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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Assistant Dean of Student Success
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Assistant Dean of Student Success (ADSS) directs and coordinates the College's Office of Student Success and provides leadership to ensure compliance with all accreditation standards related to student services. Specific responsibilities related to student success include overseeing recruitment, admissions, student advising, and development and analysis of key metrics that assess student success, well-being, and belonging. The ADSS will provide leadership in planning key student experiences such as orientation, career fairs, and ceremonial events (e.g., White Coat Ceremony, Doctoral Hooding Ceremony). In addition, the position is expected to foster a collaborative work environment with College and University faculty, staff, and administration, as well as College committees. Limited instructional responsibilities as determined to be appropriate based on expertise and academic background. Pursuit of research/scholarly activities is encouraged. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2027; however, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors: Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position. Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience and demonstrate proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role. Upper Range: Candidates with seven or more years of directly related experience, advanced knowledge, specialized skills, certifications, or expertise that provide significant value to the position. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's overall qualifications, experience, and alignment with the University's compensation philosophy in consultation with Human Resources. |
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Woodshop Specialist
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| To maintain a well-equipped, easily accessible multimedia shop facility with the purpose of promoting a safe, barrier-free, creative learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. The work year for this position is 1 week before students start in August and 1 week after exams in the spring. The calendar calculation is 190 days in 26-27 or .73. The anticipated start date for this position is October 2026; however, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H1B, etc. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, experience, and internal pay equity considerations. Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors: Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position. Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience and demonstrate proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role. Upper Range: Candidates with seven or more years of directly related experience, advanced knowledge, specialized skills, certifications, or expertise that provide significant value to the position. Placement above the minimum rate will be determined based on the candidate's overall qualifications, experience, and alignment with the University's compensation philosophy in consultation with Human Resources. Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. At least 3 years of related work experience in an educational institution, workshop, or model-making facility. |
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Assistant Director of Residential Programs and Services
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide primary responsibility for the administration of the Residence Halls, Apartments, and Suites on campus. Provide leadership and supervision for residential programs and services. Assist in the development and implementation of comprehensive policies and procedures for on-campus housing operations. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H1B, etc. Required: Bachelor’s degree in personnel administration, counseling, or related field. 3-5 years of work experience in University housing and residence life with responsibilities which involved supervision (student or professional), corrective action, conflict resolution, and programming in a University setting. |
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Pharm Sciences Research Asst (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Student Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Assistant — NIH-Funded Antibiotic Drug Discovery
Ferris State University | College of Pharmacy
Do you enjoy exploring scientific questions related to your future career? Join Dr. Eric Nybo’s laboratory and gain hands-on research experience through a National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded antibiotic drug discovery project. This position offers an opportunity to connect classroom learning with laboratory research aimed at developing new antibiotics.
Students in Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Forensic Biology, and Industrial Chemistry are especially encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates have an interest in organic chemistry, microbiology, drug discovery, and problem-solving .
Responsibilities may include assisting with laboratory experiments, preparing research materials, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining accurate laboratory records, and discussing experimental results with the research team. Activities may involve microbiology, molecular biology, and natural products chemistry.
Applicants should be curious, dependable, attentive to detail, and willing to learn new techniques. Relevant coursework or laboratory experience is helpful. Students will have opportunities to develop practical laboratory skills, scientific reasoning, teamwork, and communication skills relevant to their future careers.
Pay: Starting at $14.49, increased for professional-level students
Hours: 5 - 10 hours per week |
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Temporary Food Service Worker
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Temporary Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at The Rock Cafe. The normal working hours are 6 a.m. - 2:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Days off are Sunday and Monday. The exact duration of this temporary position is undetermined at this time, but it will not exceed one year. This position will begin on September 15, or sooner, subject to approval. However, the employee may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends. If required by job duties, the employee must be able to fulfill the University’s requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. 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. |
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Temporary Food Service Worker
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Temporary Food Service Worker is available with Dining Services at The Rock Café. The normal working hours are 1:30pm-10:00pm Sunday, Monday and Thursday through Saturday. Days off are Tuesday and Wednesday. The exact duration of this temporary position is undetermined at this time. 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. Provide food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers, and maintaining assigned area. 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. |
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Part-Time Bus Driver
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide safe transportation for passengers, equipment, and packages. Assist in maintenance of University owned and leased vehicles. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Valid Michigan commercial driver’s license (CDL), Group A or B with endorsements ‘P’ with no restrictions, airbrakes and DOT medical card. Three years full-time equivalent of combined bus and heavy equipment truck driving, with emphasis on bus driving experience. Demonstrated experience with minor automotive repair and driving all types of vehicles. |
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Torch Freelance Reporter (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Torch is looking for a freelance porter. This position may be your opportunity to use your skills as well as gain further experience. |
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Esports and Digital Lab Monitor (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Support daily operations of School of Digital Media labs—enforcing lab rules, maintaining equipment, managing seat reservations/usage—and assist in other program‑specific tasks.
DAGD Lab: Advising students on software operation. Guiding, advising and consulting on projects. Maintaining order in the labs.
Esports Lab: Assisting production and content team to create media for social media and broadcasts. |