Adjunct Instructor 1 - Surveying Engineering
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Adjunct Instructors needed to teach courses in the Surveying Engineering program. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester, by semester basis. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The anticipated start date of this position is February 2025 at the earliest and August 2025 at the latest. Required: Bachelor's degree in the discipline. Professional Surveyors License (current or expired but not revoked). 3 years of professional work experience and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. |
Temporary Grounds Worker
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Perform independent maintenance and repair of campus grounds, roads, walks, plant life, irrigation systems and grounds equipment using approved environmental and ecological practices. Normal working hours are M-F, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. This position may require availability to work other shifts, weekends and evenings, including overtime and responding to emergency calls. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill University requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. One year full-time equivalent landscape maintenance functions as performed in a residential and/or commercial setting. |
Lead Boiler Plant Operator
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The Lead Boiler Plant Operator operates, monitors, and maintains plant equipment to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation of the plant systems. This includes high pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment using natural gas as the primary fuel source to ensure continuous reliable and critical service of steam to facilities located on the University’s campus. Coordinate with contracted partners, and University staff to maintain required regulatory information, coordinate required inspections, and coordinate vendor support. This position is located in Big Rapids, MI and the current anticipated shift for this position will be M-F, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Assignment requires availability to work weekends and evening shifts as needed and respond to emergency calls. Required to carry pager. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver’s license. Experience operating and maintaining steam generating boilers. Experience in pipe fitting along with steam plant maintenance of boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, and steam traps. Experience with boiler chemical treatment. Ability to use computer and calculator. |
FCTL Student Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The Student Assistant for the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning (FCTL) has responsibility for general office duties and assists the FCTL staff in their work. The position is open to students with or without Work Study funds. |
IT Hardware Technician (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Are you interested in pursuing a career in IT? If so, this position will train you on all the basics and give you experience within the IT field. |
Assistant Professor - Mathematics
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The Mathematics Department seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor to teach math courses, principally lower division and developmental math courses, contribute to developmental math education, contribute to curriculum development and instructional strategies that improve the quality of developmental math education, participate in departmental and University initiatives that focus on retention, and pursue related professional development and scholarly activity. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The start date of this position will be August 2025. Required: PhD in Mathematics OR PhD in Mathematics Education with master's equivalent background in mathematics. Demonstrated experience in working with developmental or lower division mathematics students. Prior teaching experience. Evidence of scholarly potential related to the study of academic dispositions, cognition, instruction, or curriculum development involving developmental and lower division mathematics. |
Assistant Professor of Social Work
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Multiple Locations
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The Ferris State University Social Work Department in Big Rapids Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track position. Teaching online and in-person in the MSW program with some BSW opportunities and in Big Rapids with some opportunity to teach in Traverse City or other sites, as needed. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. While supporting and encouraging research, Ferris State University is primarily a teaching university. We encourage candidates with substantial clinical and research experience who are interested in teaching and mentoring our next generation of social workers. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching, the ability to work effectively with both faculty colleagues and diverse student populations, and participation in other department/college and University academic activities. The start date of this position is August 2025. Required: Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW from a CSWE accredited institution. Candidate must have/or be eligible and apply for a Michigan Social Work License upon hire. Two years of post-MSW clinical practice experience in the field. Candidate must demonstrate potential for higher education teaching excellence and the ability to work effectively with both the faculty and students. |
Assistant Professor of Social Work
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Multiple Locations
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Teaching online and in-person primarily in the MSW program with opportunities to teach BSW curriculum in Big Rapids with opportunities in Traverse City and other potential sites in Michigan. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. While supporting and encouraging research, Ferris State University is primarily a teaching university. We encourage applicants with substantial clinical experience who are interested in teaching and mentoring our next generation of social workers. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching, the ability to work effectively with both faculty colleagues and diverse student populations, and participation in other department/college and University academic activities. The start date of this position is August 2025. Required: Candidate must have a Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW degree from a CSWE accredited institution. Candidate must have/or be eligible and apply for a Michigan Social Work License upon hire. Two years of successful higher education teaching experience. Two years of post-MSW clinical practice experience in the field. |
Associate Registrar
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Under the general direction of the Registrar or their designee, the Associate Registrar will coordinate the administrative duties and responsibilities of the Registrar’s Office and directly supervise clerical staff and associated duties. The Associate Registrar will review and provide guidance on curriculum proposals, and implement approved curriculum in Banner. Required: Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or University. Two years work experience in an office setting where data organization and accuracy and attention to detail are important. |
Director of Institutional Research & Testing
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Work independently to provide data and reports to university and external constituents for use in mandatory reporting requirements, planning and decision making. Supervising Enrollment Services Technical Programmers who develop and produce accurate reporting and analysis for the Enrollment Services Unit, as well as the University at large, and supervising the Testing Office staff providing student services related to test administration. Required: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Five years work experience or combination of work experience and education/ training that would provide the required knowledge skills and abilities. Experience with MS Office Suite. |
Administrator of Logistics and Project Management
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The Administrator of Logistics and Project Management is responsible for coordinating multiple logistical operations and projects for the department, ensuring efficient housing operations that maximize student satisfaction. Required to participate in Central Office on-call schedule providing crisis management. Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Prior full-time work with communications and outreach. Experience with different formats of communication including written, social, and media. |
Assistant Professor - Mathematics
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The Mathematics Department seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor to teach math courses, engage in relevant scholarship, guide undergraduate projects, work with faculty to implement recent curricular and instructional reforms, and support retention. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses.
The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The start date of this position will be August 2025. Required: PhD in Mathematics OR PhD in Mathematics Education with master's level background in mathematics. Prior teaching experience. Potential for curricular and instructional innovation, interest in student recruitment, potential for guiding undergraduate projects. |
Academic Records Assistant - Full-time Temporary
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Assist with the accurate data entry and maintenance of student academic records, academic courses, and provide excellent student/customer-centered service at Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University. Reports directly to the Dean of Academic Affairs at KCAD. This position will require the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events such as commencement. This is a full-time temporary position ending June 30, 2025. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years of college or equivalent. 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 full-time related work experience equals one year of education. At least two years of successful work experience performing duties requiring accuracy and attention to detail. |
Associate Vice President/Dean of Enrollment Services
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The Associate Vice President (AVP)/Dean of Enrollment Services will provide leadership, direction and coordination of all aspects of enrollment services at Ferris State University. This position reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs and is responsible for the development and implementation of University enrollment policies and procedures and for ensuring compliance with enrollment standards across the institution. The AVP/Dean directly supervises Admissions, Commencement, Financial Aid, Institutional Research and Testing, Orientation, Registrar, and Veterans Resource Center and coordinates collaboration regarding enrollment (recruitment and retention) and other enrollment-related services across the University. The AVP/Dean will work across the institution to ensure delivery of quality services to constituents, including but not limited to prospective, current, and former students, their families, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, community college administration, and K-12 leadership. The AVP/Dean generates and distributes reports and data to inform about enrollment-related trends, issues and goals. Required: Master’s degree in a related discipline. 7 years’ experience in higher education enrollment services or related higher education with supervisor responsibilities. Evidence of leading data-driven strategies with a strong emphasis on increasing student enrollment. Demonstrated experience in strategic research and planning, data analysis and reporting, budgeting and supervision.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY: Applications should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will begin immediately. Harris Search Associates is assisting Ferris State University for this search. Please contact Eric Christ, Senior Consultant (eric@HarrisSearch.com, cell: 614-800-9974) for further details. Phone: 614-798-8500. |
Director of Financial Aid/Asst. Dean of Enrollment Services
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Provide leadership in day-to-day financial aid functions, focusing on electronic processes used in awarding and disbursing federal, state and institutional aid. The Assistant Dean/Director is responsible for effective administration of federal, state and institutional programs, including monitoring of awards, and reconciliation. Responsibilities include assistance in daily operations, planning and assessment, data analysis, and public speaking. The Assistant Dean/Director will possess expert knowledge of financial aid policy, processes, and procedures and provide financial aid counseling to a diverse population of constituents regarding the application process, aid eligibility, and available financial options. Also supports Student Enrollment activities in all locations of the University. Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Minimum of 5 years of recent progressively responsible experience in financial aid administration, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY: Applications should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will begin immediately. Harris Search Associates is assisting Ferris State University for this search. Please contact Eric Christ, Senior Consultant (eric@HarrisSearch.com, cell: 614-800-9974) for further details. Phone: 614-798-8500. |
Basic Needs Care Coordinator (3 year Full-time Temporary)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Life, the Basic Needs Care Coordinator will provide support and outreach to students identified as having unmet needs and referred to the Dean of Student Life Office. The Basic Needs Care Coordinator will engage in data-informed monitoring to direct their outreach and assist students with their transition to campus, build their knowledge and connection to campus resources, resolve their questions, concerns, and complaints, and otherwise help them successfully persist to completion. This position is a full-time, 12 month, in person (Big Rapids campus), 3 year temporary position. Required: Bachelor’s degree in student affairs, social work, psychology, or related field from an accredited institution. One year of professional or undergraduate experience in Student Affairs, Residence Life, Student Conduct, social work setting, counseling, or similar collegiate student development experience. |
Optical Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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The optometry clinic is seeking an optical dispensary assistant to assist patients with frame and lens selections, repairs, and adjustments of glasses If you are interested in this field, it may be your opportunity to gain knowledge and experience. |
Pharmacy Intern (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Are you pursuing a career in pharmacy and are interested in community health? If so, this position allows you to do services and research for this field. |
Writing Center (Student Position)
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Collaborating with students on their writing and offering support for writing strategies and formatting requirements. |
Library Technical Services-Data Assistant & Interlibrary Loan (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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FLITE seeks an assistant to perform library work related to interlibrary borrowing and lending, as well as other work as assigned. |