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Coordinator of Athletic Event Operations & Special Projects
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Coordinate oversight of event/game operations for athletics regular season, post-season, and special events. Serve as primary contact for athletics with University’s physical plant operation for athletic projects and facility maintenance issues and assist in the coordinator of all athletic facility scheduling. 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 F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc.. Required: Bachelor’s Degree or working on bachelors degree and 2 years experience with game operations or event management. Two years of athletic event and facility management experience. Job requires excellent organizational & communication skills (both written and oral), revenue generation experience, the ability to effectively manage staff in event operations and facilities management settings and provide solid customer service to diverse constituents and user groups. Must be proactive and able to work collaboratively with multiple user groups demonstrating confidence and knowledge of how events and facilities operate. |
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Secretary Level 2
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide basic routine secretarial support by performing a combination of receptionist, bookkeeping and clerical duties. The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent technical training or business/technical schooling. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of college education, training, and experience which provide3s the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of work experience equals one year of education. Two years full-time secretarial work experience to include bookkeeping, supervisory responsibility and public contact. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Geography (Part-time, Temporary)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks applicants to provide instruction for a variety of face-to-face and online Geography courses on the Big Rapids, MI campus. Needs vary from semester to semester and may include introductory courses in World Regional Geography, Cultural Geography, Weather and Climate, Physical Geography, and GIS as well as upper-level courses as determined by instructor qualification and departmental needs. 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 at Ferris State University's Big Rapids campus and potentially online. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after being accepted for employment. The anticipated start dates for these positions are August 2026 or January 2027, depending on departmental needs. 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 F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc. Required: Master's degree in Geography; GIS, Physical Geography, or Human Geography specialties within the master’s degree may apply for some courses. Higher education teaching experience. |
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Carpenter/Locksmith
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform skilled trades work in locksmithing and carpentry on University owned buildings and furnishings. The normal working hours are typically 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. However, may be required to work other times, including evenings and/or weekends including responding to emergency calls. 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. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain locksmith certification and training within one year from date of hire. Completion of a carpenter apprenticeship program, or at least six years of a combination of residential and/or commercial construction experience to include new framing, renovation, repairs, replacements, and furniture installation. |
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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 position is a Custodian, S-Th, 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-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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Grounds Worker Applicator
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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, the employee must be able to fulfill the University requirements concerning the issuance and use of University keys. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Valid (current) State of Michigan Pesticide Application License Category (Core, 3A, 3B). Three years full-time equivalent landscape maintenance and landscape construction functions as performed in a residential and/or commercial setting. Commercial pesticide spray experience. |
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Temporary Dishmachine Operator
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| A position classified as a Temporary Dish Machine Operator is available with Dining Services at The Rock Café. The normal working hours for the fall semester (beginning the week of August 16th) are 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, with Sunday and Monday off. The current summer schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with Friday and Saturday off. The exact duration of this temporary position is undetermined at this time, but it will not exceed one year. 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. Provide food services support by preparing and serving food, waiting on customers and maintaining assigned area. 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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Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor
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Multiple Locations
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| The Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor, provides academic advising for those in statewide and online programs that will include assisting students in the development of academic plans and course schedules, advising on academic program changes, and meeting with prospective students and their families. Other duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with summer orientation and registration, responding to program inquiries, and maintaining timely communication with students. This position will be located on the east side of Michigan. Some travel is required. The anticipated start of this position is September 2026; however, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. |
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Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor
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Multiple Locations
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| The Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor, provides academic advising for students in the College of Engineering Technology programs. This includes assisting students in the development of academic plans and course schedules, advising on academic program changes, and meeting with prospective students and their families. Other duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with summer orientation and registration, responding to inquiries regarding programs, and maintaining timely communication with students. The anticipated start date for this position is September 2026; however, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Management
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Business at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants to teach undergraduate courses in at least one of the following disciplines: management, lean, or supply chain management, via face-to-face and/or mixed delivery. The College of Business is dedicated to providing a learning experience that instills in its students the knowledge, competencies, and skills for entry-level employment and career advancement in their chosen careers. To facilitate this, faculty are expected to be student-oriented and able to integrate current technology into the learning environment. Office hours are required: one per week for each course taught. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses or an approved FSU site. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Manufacturing
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The School of Design and Manufacturing invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program. Position requires teaching undergraduate-level lectures and laboratory coursework in a "hands-on" academic environment. 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 sites. 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 August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. |
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Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Academic Advisor, Assistant Professor provides academic advising for students in College of Health Professions programs. This includes assisting students in developing academic plans and course schedules, advising on academic program changes, and meeting with prospective students and their families. Other duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with summer orientation and registration, responding to inquiries regarding programs, and maintaining timely communication with students. The anticipated start date of this position is September 2026; however, this is an estimated date and can 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, H-1 B, etc. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Political Science (Part-time, Temporary)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education seeks applicants to teach a variety of face-to-face and online Political Science courses on the Big Rapids, MI campus. Needs vary from semester to semester and may include introductory courses in American Government and other Political Science courses, as determined by instructor qualifications and departmental needs. 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's sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start dates for these positions are August 2026 or January 2027, depending on departmental needs. 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 F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc. Required: Master's degree in Political Science. Higher education teaching experience. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Psychology (Part-time, Temporary)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education seeks applicants to provide instruction for a variety of face-to-face and online Psychology courses on the Big Rapids, MI campus. Needs vary from semester to semester and may include Introduction to Psychology and/or other Psychology courses as determined by instructor qualification and departmental needs. 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's sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start dates of these positions are August 2026 or January 2027, depending on department needs. 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 F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc. Required: Master's degree in Psychology. Higher education teaching experience. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Sociology (Part-Time, Temporary)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education seeks applicants to provide instruction for a variety of face-to-face and online Sociology courses on the Big Rapids campus. The courses may include Introductory Sociology, Social Problems, Marriage and Family, Social Stratification, Race and Ethnicity in the US, World Urban Sociology, and/or other upper-level sociology courses, as determined by the qualifications of the instructor and the needs of the department. 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 Ferris State's sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. Required: Master's degree in Sociology. |
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Adjunct Instructor- Product Design Engineering Technology
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Multiple Locations
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| The School of Automation, Mechanical & Manufacturing Systems invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Product Design Engineering Technology program. This position requires teaching undergraduate-level lecture and laboratory coursework in concept development, design, prototyping, and CAD skills. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. 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 by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. 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 F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc. |
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Adjunct Instructor- Electronics and Automation Engineering Technology
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Multiple Locations
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| The College of Engineering Technology is seeking temporary faculty to teach AAS and/or BS-level coursework involving Industrial, Electronics, and Automation Technology. Typical subject matter includes DC / AC circuit analysis, Industrial Electronics, Motors and Motor Controls, Programmable Logic Controllers, Digital Systems, Electronic Devices and Sensors. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. 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 by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. 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 F1 EAD’s, OPT, H1B, etc. |
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Title IX Coordinator Administrator
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Title IX Administrator (Coordinator) reports to the Dean of Student Life and has the primary responsibility of coordinating and implementing the University’s compliance efforts with Title IX, working closely with the Vice President of Student Affairs, Associate Chief Human Resources Officer, Director of Equal Opportunity, General Counsel, and other administrative leaders, and has no other duties that create a conflict of interest. The Title IX Coordinator leads and proactively influences University-wide Title IX planning, monitoring, reporting, grievance procedures, education, prevention, and training efforts. 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-1 B, etc. Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in adult education, student affairs, higher education, social work, counseling, law/legal studies, or a related field. Three years of professional experience post-Bachelor's degree. Demonstrated professional experience related to Title IX. This could include serving as the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator, investigating Title IX complaints, serving as a hearing officer or advisor, or contributing to the creation of an institution's Title IX policy. Demonstrated experience in managing complaints, conducting investigations, and/or effectively resolving cases in areas such as student conduct, legal offices, law enforcement, or related fields. |
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Adjunct Instructor - HVACR
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Engineering and Technology at Ferris State University invites applications for Adjunct Instructor positions in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) program. We seek a diverse pool of highly qualified individuals who are passionate about teaching and preparing the next generation of skilled HVACR technicians and industry professionals. Adjunct instructors may teach courses across a variety of HVACR-related disciplines, including residential and commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration, controls and automation, electrical fundamentals, system design, installation practices, diagnostics and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, energy management, building systems, and emerging technologies within the industry.
Ferris State University is committed to providing career-oriented, hands-on education that prepares students for successful careers and lifelong learning. Faculty members play a vital role in creating meaningful educational experiences that connect classroom learning with real-world application. The anticipated start dates for these positions are August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. Appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon program needs, enrollment, and available funding. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. |
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Adjunct Instructor HVACR (Out of State)
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Multiple Locations
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| The College of Engineering and Technology at Ferris State University invites applications for Adjunct Instructor positions in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) program. We seek a diverse pool of highly qualified individuals who are passionate about teaching and preparing the next generation of skilled HVACR technicians and industry professionals. Adjunct instructors may teach courses across a variety of HVACR-related disciplines, including residential and commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration, controls and automation, electrical fundamentals, system design, installation practices, diagnostics and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, energy management, building systems, and emerging technologies within the industry. Candidates should possess expertise in one or more areas of HVACR systems, installation, service, maintenance, controls, or related technical fields and demonstrate a commitment to student success through applied, hands-on learning experiences.
Ferris State University is committed to providing career-oriented, hands-on education that prepares students for successful careers and lifelong learning. Faculty members play a vital role in creating meaningful educational experiences that connect classroom learning with real-world application. Appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon program needs, enrollment, and available funding. The anticipated start dates for these positions are August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. 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 100% online |
