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Custodian	Big Rapids, MI 49307
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. 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.
Part-Time Custodian (McKessy House/Print Services)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
A position classified as a part-time custodian is available with the Facilities Management department in the McKessy House and Print Services areas. The work schedule will be 20 hours per week. The normal working hours are 6:00 am - 10:00 am, Monday through Friday. However, may be required to work other times including evenings/weekends. It is not anticipated that this position will become full-time but will remain a part-time position. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University's requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. No custodial work experience required – will train the selected applicant.
Adjunct Instructor - Dentist	Big Rapids, MI 49307
Working with dental hygiene faculty, adjunct instructors, and staff to provide supervision and evaluation of dental hygiene students in pre-clinical and clinical courses, dental radiology, and other dental hygiene courses. The supervising dentist works under the direction of the Dental Hygiene Clinic Operations Supervisor. 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 and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). Must be a DDS/DMD, licensed to practice in Michigan. Must have a Michigan Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance license. Must have a current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification. Recent clinical experience.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Construction Technology & Management (9-Month, Tenure-Track)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Department of Construction Technology & Management invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Primary responsibilities include teaching and advising students in a four-year BS Construction Management program (accredited by the American Council for Construction Education – ACCE) and in two separate two-year AAS programs – Building Construction Technology and Civil Engineering Technology. Teaching assignments will be from a wide range of construction technology and construction management topics. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. Tenure awarded at a previous institution is required to be hired at the rank of Associate Professor. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. Required: A master's or higher-level degree out of field with at least one bachelor's or associate's degree in field and five years of relevant industry experience directly related to courses being taught OR a bachelor's degree in field and seven years of relevant industry experience directly related to course taught, or an associate's degree in field and any baccalaureate degree and seven years of relevant industry experience. Required work experience is based on degree attained. See Required Education field. Minimum five years teaching experience to include an award of tenure for rank of Associate Professor.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Automotive	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The School of Automotive and Heavy Equipment invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and teaching courses in the Associate in Applied Science Automotive Service Technology Program and in the Bachelor of Science Automotive Engineering Technology Program, in lecture and lab formats. This position requires utilizing a variety of methods and techniques to assure student attainment of course outcomes and the utilization of assessment methods to monitor success. Other duties may include the delivery of courses off campus, development and delivery of on-line courses, serving on department, school, and college committees, and student advising. The focus of the courses being taught would be towards the eight ASE certification areas. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. A master's degree in education or a related field must be secured as a condition for tenure. Minimum of five years teaching experience to include an award of tenure for rank of Associate Professor. The anticipated start date of this position is January of 2026 at the earliest and August of 2026 at the latest.
Assistant Professor - Management (Tenure Track - 9 month)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The College of Business at Ferris State University seeks a pool of outstanding applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Management. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in business and management. Faculty are expected to create meaningful, student-centered learning experiences, provide academic advising, and incorporate current technology into their instruction. The successful candidate will contribute to curricular development, participate in assessment of student learning, and support ongoing program enhancement. We seek someone who is committed to engaging students beyond the classroom, supporting existing academic initiatives, and mentoring students beyond traditional advising expectations. Faculty are also expected to engage in scholarly or professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. Courses will be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date is August of 2026 at the earliest and January of 2027 at the latest. Required: Doctorate (Ph.D. or DBA) in Management or a closely related field. If the doctorate is in a closely related field, a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Management courses are required. ABD will be considered. Degree must be from an accredited institution. Three years of industry experience.
Assistant Professor of Sociology	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks qualified candidates for a tenure-track position in Sociology. The successful candidate will instruct general education and programmatic Sociology courses in various areas of Sociology, including both introductory and upper-level courses in keeping with department needs and candidate expertise. Additional responsibilities include advising students in the Sociology minor; contributing to the department, college, university, and profession through participation on committees and other forms of service or scholarly activity; and participating in appropriate, ongoing professional development. 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 for this position is August 2026. Required: Ph.D. in Sociology. Higher education teaching experience.
Adjunct Instructor - Reading	Big Rapids, MI 49307
This position has responsibilities for teaching Foundations – Analytical Reading or Analytical Reading at Ferris State University. Instruction will focus on providing students with the opportunity to become critical readers by increasing vocabulary, enhancing reading comprehension and recall, and improving reading skills to better prepare for college level reading. 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 or approved FSU site or possibly online. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed. Required: Master’s degree in Reading, Developmental Education, Special Education or related field. Experience teaching and/or developmental studies at the college or K-12 levels. Experience teaching reading, developmental-level, and/or language arts at the high school and/or post-secondary levels.
Dining Helper- Catering (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	27 Apr 2026
The Dining Services Helper is a general student position that works within the dining areas.
Museum of Sexist Objects Student Assistant (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	15 Jan 2026
Are you interested in helping create content and programming for the Museum of Sexist Objects (MoSO) and helping track museum inventory? This is a great opportunity to learn, work with faculty and on-campus groups, meet incoming tour participants, and help with the Museum's online presence.
Personal Counseling Ctr Front (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	19 Jan 2026
The Front Office Assistant will play a crucial role in helping students connect with services offered by the Personal Counseling Center. This position provides support by performing tasks such as handling mail, answering phone calls, assisting patrons at the front desk, and scheduling appointments.
Tutor 1 (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	9 May 2026
Do you have a passion for helping fellow students excel in their classes? If so, becoming a tutor may allow you to do just that.
Esports and Digital Lab Monitor (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	8 May 2026
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.
Manager of Employment Services	Big Rapids, MI 49307
Under the direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer, the position oversees the employment processes, develops operating procedures and provides staff supervision and training. Responsibilities include ensuring employment process are in compliance with both external and internal requirements, provide direct support to both internal and external customers. Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management or Business Administration. At least five years of recent leadership experience in the employment area with a large employer. At least three years of demonstrated experience in supervising multiple staff (4 or more) in the human resources area. Demonstrated experience with a multi-faceted employee management system. Knowledge of policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to employment.
Communications Specialist	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Communications Specialist for the Marketing and Communications team of the University Advancement and Marketing division works to identify. research, write, edit, and pitch news and feature stories that showcase the university and its people; works in collaboration with the social media team, photographer and videographer. and web team to tell the stories of Ferris State people and programs using a variety of platforms. Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field. Relevant work experience as a writer within the last five years. At least 3-5 years of experience working with the media or for a media organization.
Interim Associate Dean - Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD)	Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Under the direction of the Interim Dean, the Interim Associate Dean of Kendall College of Art and Design, is an administrative position with an anticipated start in the spring of 2026, with an expected end date of December 2026. However, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. This position works under broad administrative direction with significant responsibility in operations, assessment, student recruitment, retention, and compliance. This is a 12-month administrative appointment that requires understanding of the programs within the KCAD, willingness to work closely with faculty, students, and staff across the departments of the KCAD, as well as with the college Dean's and Provost's office, while paying attention to detail in meeting the needs of the KCAD related to accreditation, efficiency, program quality, enrollment, operations, and industry partnerships. The Interim Associate Dean is expected to be strategic, process-oriented, flexible, willing to work closely with faculty, and committed to the career-focused mission of the KCAD. The Interim Associate Dean will work integrally with the Interim Dean to oversee course scheduling and enrollment management; provide oversight/coordination that includes, but is not limited to, working with faculty on curriculum development for new academic programs, including credit and non-credit certificate development; and work collaboratively with programs for assessment, accreditation, and academic program reviews. The Interim Associate Dean will be assigned work on both the KCAD campus in Grand Rapids, MI as well as the main campus in Big Rapids, MI.
Assistant Professor of Geography	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks qualified candidates for a tenure-track position in Geography. The successful candidate will instruct general education and programmatic courses in various areas of human and regional geography, including World Regional Geography, Geography of US and Canada, Geography of Michigan, and other courses in keeping with department needs and candidate expertise. Additionally, our ideal candidate will teach Social Studies Education, a capstone course focused on the C3 framework and instruction of Social Studies content for secondary education teachers-in-training. Our department works closely with the School of Education to deliver content courses, advising, and assessment for Social Studies Education as required by the Michigan Department of Education and various accrediting bodies, and our ideal candidate will help to coordinate these activities and will model evidence-based pedagogical practices in the classroom. Additional responsibilities include advising students; contributing to the department, college, university, and profession through participation on committees and other forms of service or scholarly activity; and participating in appropriate, ongoing professional development. 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 is August 2026. Required: Ph.D. in Geography or Geography Education. Higher education teaching experience.
Assistant Professor - Finance (Tenure Track - 9 month)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The College of Business at Ferris State University is seeking applicants for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance. Candidates will teach a broad spectrum of undergraduate and graduate finance classes. Classes may include Personal Finance, Financial Management, Financial Markets and Institutions, Investments, Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Real Estate Finance, Mathematics of Finance and other finance courses as needed. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, should be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment. In addition to excellence in teaching, selected faculty will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement. We expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role. The selected candidate should be willing to serve as an advisor for a student investment and wealth management club. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2026 at the earliest and January of 2027 at the latest. Required: PhD in finance from an accredited institution. ABD to be considered if it is completed before starting the position. A year of teaching experience in Finance or related field, or two years of business experience in Finance or related field.
GR Student Success Hub Desk Assistant, North Desk (Student Position)	Grand Rapids, MI 49503	16 Jan 2026
Do you have experience with customer service? If so, this position may be a good fit for you.
Executive Assistant to the Vice President of UA&M	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The highly motivated Executive Assistant will provide advanced, high-level administrative support to the Vice President of University Advancement and Marketing. This role demands outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to handle highly confidential information with integrity and discretion. The successful candidate will manage the Vice President’s schedule, coordinate extensive travel logistics, provide executive and tactical support for capital campaigns, manage logistics for high-profile donor meetings and asks, foundation board meetings and events, alumni events, and coordinate communication across the division. The assistant must be available to the team during, and outside of, standard business hours when necessary, possessing an outstanding work ethic, sound judgment, and trustworthiness. Daily activities include consistent interaction with the President's cabinet, deans, associate vice-presidents, fellow executive assistants, the Ferris Foundation Board members, major donors, alumni, and community leaders.

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Custodian	Big Rapids, MI 49307
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. 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.
Part-Time Custodian (McKessy House/Print Services)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
A position classified as a part-time custodian is available with the Facilities Management department in the McKessy House and Print Services areas. The work schedule will be 20 hours per week. The normal working hours are 6:00 am - 10:00 am, Monday through Friday. However, may be required to work other times including evenings/weekends. It is not anticipated that this position will become full-time but will remain a part-time position. If required by job duties, employee must be able to fulfill the University's requirements concerning issuance and use of University keys. Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. No custodial work experience required – will train the selected applicant.
Adjunct Instructor - Dentist	Big Rapids, MI 49307
Working with dental hygiene faculty, adjunct instructors, and staff to provide supervision and evaluation of dental hygiene students in pre-clinical and clinical courses, dental radiology, and other dental hygiene courses. The supervising dentist works under the direction of the Dental Hygiene Clinic Operations Supervisor. 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 and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). Must be a DDS/DMD, licensed to practice in Michigan. Must have a Michigan Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance license. Must have a current CPR Healthcare Provider Certification. Recent clinical experience.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Construction Technology & Management (9-Month, Tenure-Track)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Department of Construction Technology & Management invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Primary responsibilities include teaching and advising students in a four-year BS Construction Management program (accredited by the American Council for Construction Education – ACCE) and in two separate two-year AAS programs – Building Construction Technology and Civil Engineering Technology. Teaching assignments will be from a wide range of construction technology and construction management topics. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. Tenure awarded at a previous institution is required to be hired at the rank of Associate Professor. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. Required: A master's or higher-level degree out of field with at least one bachelor's or associate's degree in field and five years of relevant industry experience directly related to courses being taught OR a bachelor's degree in field and seven years of relevant industry experience directly related to course taught, or an associate's degree in field and any baccalaureate degree and seven years of relevant industry experience. Required work experience is based on degree attained. See Required Education field. Minimum five years teaching experience to include an award of tenure for rank of Associate Professor.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Automotive	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The School of Automotive and Heavy Equipment invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and teaching courses in the Associate in Applied Science Automotive Service Technology Program and in the Bachelor of Science Automotive Engineering Technology Program, in lecture and lab formats. This position requires utilizing a variety of methods and techniques to assure student attainment of course outcomes and the utilization of assessment methods to monitor success. Other duties may include the delivery of courses off campus, development and delivery of on-line courses, serving on department, school, and college committees, and student advising. The focus of the courses being taught would be towards the eight ASE certification areas. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. A master's degree in education or a related field must be secured as a condition for tenure. Minimum of five years teaching experience to include an award of tenure for rank of Associate Professor. The anticipated start date of this position is January of 2026 at the earliest and August of 2026 at the latest.
Assistant Professor - Management (Tenure Track - 9 month)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The College of Business at Ferris State University seeks a pool of outstanding applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Management. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in business and management. Faculty are expected to create meaningful, student-centered learning experiences, provide academic advising, and incorporate current technology into their instruction. The successful candidate will contribute to curricular development, participate in assessment of student learning, and support ongoing program enhancement. We seek someone who is committed to engaging students beyond the classroom, supporting existing academic initiatives, and mentoring students beyond traditional advising expectations. Faculty are also expected to engage in scholarly or professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. Courses will be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date is August of 2026 at the earliest and January of 2027 at the latest. Required: Doctorate (Ph.D. or DBA) in Management or a closely related field. If the doctorate is in a closely related field, a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Management courses are required. ABD will be considered. Degree must be from an accredited institution. Three years of industry experience.
Assistant Professor of Sociology	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks qualified candidates for a tenure-track position in Sociology. The successful candidate will instruct general education and programmatic Sociology courses in various areas of Sociology, including both introductory and upper-level courses in keeping with department needs and candidate expertise. Additional responsibilities include advising students in the Sociology minor; contributing to the department, college, university, and profession through participation on committees and other forms of service or scholarly activity; and participating in appropriate, ongoing professional development. 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 for this position is August 2026. Required: Ph.D. in Sociology. Higher education teaching experience.
Adjunct Instructor - Reading	Big Rapids, MI 49307
This position has responsibilities for teaching Foundations – Analytical Reading or Analytical Reading at Ferris State University. Instruction will focus on providing students with the opportunity to become critical readers by increasing vocabulary, enhancing reading comprehension and recall, and improving reading skills to better prepare for college level reading. 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 or approved FSU site or possibly online. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed. Required: Master’s degree in Reading, Developmental Education, Special Education or related field. Experience teaching and/or developmental studies at the college or K-12 levels. Experience teaching reading, developmental-level, and/or language arts at the high school and/or post-secondary levels.
Dining Helper- Catering (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	27 Apr 2026
The Dining Services Helper is a general student position that works within the dining areas.
Museum of Sexist Objects Student Assistant (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	15 Jan 2026
Are you interested in helping create content and programming for the Museum of Sexist Objects (MoSO) and helping track museum inventory? This is a great opportunity to learn, work with faculty and on-campus groups, meet incoming tour participants, and help with the Museum's online presence.
Personal Counseling Ctr Front (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	19 Jan 2026
The Front Office Assistant will play a crucial role in helping students connect with services offered by the Personal Counseling Center. This position provides support by performing tasks such as handling mail, answering phone calls, assisting patrons at the front desk, and scheduling appointments.
Tutor 1 (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	9 May 2026
Do you have a passion for helping fellow students excel in their classes? If so, becoming a tutor may allow you to do just that.
Esports and Digital Lab Monitor (Student Position)	Big Rapids, MI 49307	8 May 2026
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.
Manager of Employment Services	Big Rapids, MI 49307
Under the direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer, the position oversees the employment processes, develops operating procedures and provides staff supervision and training. Responsibilities include ensuring employment process are in compliance with both external and internal requirements, provide direct support to both internal and external customers. Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management or Business Administration. At least five years of recent leadership experience in the employment area with a large employer. At least three years of demonstrated experience in supervising multiple staff (4 or more) in the human resources area. Demonstrated experience with a multi-faceted employee management system. Knowledge of policies, procedures, laws, and regulations related to employment.
Communications Specialist	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Communications Specialist for the Marketing and Communications team of the University Advancement and Marketing division works to identify. research, write, edit, and pitch news and feature stories that showcase the university and its people; works in collaboration with the social media team, photographer and videographer. and web team to tell the stories of Ferris State people and programs using a variety of platforms. Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field. Relevant work experience as a writer within the last five years. At least 3-5 years of experience working with the media or for a media organization.
Interim Associate Dean - Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD)	Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Under the direction of the Interim Dean, the Interim Associate Dean of Kendall College of Art and Design, is an administrative position with an anticipated start in the spring of 2026, with an expected end date of December 2026. However, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. This position works under broad administrative direction with significant responsibility in operations, assessment, student recruitment, retention, and compliance. This is a 12-month administrative appointment that requires understanding of the programs within the KCAD, willingness to work closely with faculty, students, and staff across the departments of the KCAD, as well as with the college Dean's and Provost's office, while paying attention to detail in meeting the needs of the KCAD related to accreditation, efficiency, program quality, enrollment, operations, and industry partnerships. The Interim Associate Dean is expected to be strategic, process-oriented, flexible, willing to work closely with faculty, and committed to the career-focused mission of the KCAD. The Interim Associate Dean will work integrally with the Interim Dean to oversee course scheduling and enrollment management; provide oversight/coordination that includes, but is not limited to, working with faculty on curriculum development for new academic programs, including credit and non-credit certificate development; and work collaboratively with programs for assessment, accreditation, and academic program reviews. The Interim Associate Dean will be assigned work on both the KCAD campus in Grand Rapids, MI as well as the main campus in Big Rapids, MI.
Assistant Professor of Geography	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks qualified candidates for a tenure-track position in Geography. The successful candidate will instruct general education and programmatic courses in various areas of human and regional geography, including World Regional Geography, Geography of US and Canada, Geography of Michigan, and other courses in keeping with department needs and candidate expertise. Additionally, our ideal candidate will teach Social Studies Education, a capstone course focused on the C3 framework and instruction of Social Studies content for secondary education teachers-in-training. Our department works closely with the School of Education to deliver content courses, advising, and assessment for Social Studies Education as required by the Michigan Department of Education and various accrediting bodies, and our ideal candidate will help to coordinate these activities and will model evidence-based pedagogical practices in the classroom. Additional responsibilities include advising students; contributing to the department, college, university, and profession through participation on committees and other forms of service or scholarly activity; and participating in appropriate, ongoing professional development. 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 is August 2026. Required: Ph.D. in Geography or Geography Education. Higher education teaching experience.
Assistant Professor - Finance (Tenure Track - 9 month)	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The College of Business at Ferris State University is seeking applicants for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance. Candidates will teach a broad spectrum of undergraduate and graduate finance classes. Classes may include Personal Finance, Financial Management, Financial Markets and Institutions, Investments, Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Real Estate Finance, Mathematics of Finance and other finance courses as needed. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, should be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment. In addition to excellence in teaching, selected faculty will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement. We expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role. The selected candidate should be willing to serve as an advisor for a student investment and wealth management club. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2026 at the earliest and January of 2027 at the latest. Required: PhD in finance from an accredited institution. ABD to be considered if it is completed before starting the position. A year of teaching experience in Finance or related field, or two years of business experience in Finance or related field.
GR Student Success Hub Desk Assistant, North Desk (Student Position)	Grand Rapids, MI 49503	16 Jan 2026
Do you have experience with customer service? If so, this position may be a good fit for you.
Executive Assistant to the Vice President of UA&M	Big Rapids, MI 49307
The highly motivated Executive Assistant will provide advanced, high-level administrative support to the Vice President of University Advancement and Marketing. This role demands outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to handle highly confidential information with integrity and discretion. The successful candidate will manage the Vice President’s schedule, coordinate extensive travel logistics, provide executive and tactical support for capital campaigns, manage logistics for high-profile donor meetings and asks, foundation board meetings and events, alumni events, and coordinate communication across the division. The assistant must be available to the team during, and outside of, standard business hours when necessary, possessing an outstanding work ethic, sound judgment, and trustworthiness. Daily activities include consistent interaction with the President's cabinet, deans, associate vice-presidents, fellow executive assistants, the Ferris Foundation Board members, major donors, alumni, and community leaders.

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