DEC Set-Up Team Leader (Student Position)

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Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: DEC Set-Up Team Leader (Student Posting)  
Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)  
Department:

Student Services

 
Advertised Salary: $14.00 - $14.49  
Summary of Position:

Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Life, the Set-Up Team Leader is responsible for ensuring events are ready for guests, directing set-up staff, ensuring equipment is in working condition and staff communication. This position requires sound judgment and decision making in the absence of full-time staff. Responsibilities for carrying out the David L. Eisler Center policies and regulations include assisting with hiring, training, coaching, and scheduling set-up staff.

Set-Up Team Leader will be knowledgeable of building operations, events, and staff responsibilities. They will be fluent in problem solving and de-escalation of complications that may arise. This position will be expected to assist with events in the evenings, weekends, and outside of normal operation hours.

 
Position Type: Student Employee  
Position Requirements: 2 semesters of experience as a David L. Eisler Center employee
Have/Maintain a GPA of 2.7
Have/Maintain a valid driver’s license
Lift 50 pounds
Availability during school/holiday breaks
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
Work a minimum of 20 hours within the David L. Eisler Center per week (10 hours in Administrative Office and remainder in Set-Up shifts)
 
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist in Hiring/Scheduling/Training/Coaching of Set-Up Staff .
Keep Inventory of David L. Eisler Center Equipment
Conduct Monthly/Bi-Weekly Meetings with Staff
Be available by phone when needed and have respectable communication skills
Maintain confidentiality with various aspects of the position
Always represent the David L. Eisler Center with a positive and respectful attitude
Utilize Event Draw design software to prepare for event review and event set-up
Create and distribute regular communication to staff on updates and events
Have intimate knowledge of all Audio and Visual Equipment
Work closely with Set Up Coordinator to ensure all event spaces are prepared and cleaned regularly
Work special events if other staff are unable to
Follow and supports the goals/policies/procedures of the David L. Eisler Center operations         - Performs occasional on-campus pickups and deliveries of equipment and supplies using a university vehicle.                                                                                                             

Any other tasks assigned by the Associate Dean of Student Life

 
Number of Positions Available: 1  
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Class Schedule  
Job Close Date: Dec 15, 2025  
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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Applications close: Eastern Standard Time

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