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Enrollment Services Software Specialist
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Work independently and under minimal supervision to implement and coordinate the operations of the Enrollment Services e-communication software system and any other assigned computerized system(s) that may be used in Enrollment Services. Serves as the liaison with the software company to implement and make revisions to the software. Communicate and perform duties in a manner that provides excellent service and is responsive to customer needs. Function as a ‘lead worker’ to assist others and answer questions relating to technical software systems used in the department. Required: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Database Technology, Business or equivalent. Two years of full time experience that includes working with electronic recruiting systems or large database software systems. |
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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 pm – 1:30 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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Adjunct Instructor - DCCL: IDSL 840 Qualitative Research Methods and Data Analysis, Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL)
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Multiple Locations
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| Ferris State University seeks qualified candidates to teach part-time in the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program. Instruction occurs on campus, at off-campus locations, and online. Course Assignment: IDSL 840 Qualitative Research Methods and Data Analysis. Addresses foundational principles of methods of qualitative inquiry, with emphasis on ensuring ethical standards, establishing assumptions and limitations for a study, developing appropriate research questions and approach, and designing effective data collection methods. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Applications will be retained until vacancies arise, at which time qualified candidates may be contacted. This posting is for a 7 ½ week mixed delivery course – typically one face-to-face weekend (either in Michigan or Houston, Texas) followed by online instruction. The candidate(s) must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment and the duration of time performing services for Ferris State University. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment with Ferris will not continue. The anticipated start date of this position is March 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. Required: Earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, or JD) in a discipline relevant to community college leadership. Significant administrative experience in a community college or relevant subject-matter expertise (e.g., qualitative research design, program evaluation, higher education assessment, or leadership research methods). Applicants must demonstrate substantial leadership or administrative experience at the mid- to senior level within a community college or comparable higher education institution, along with documented teaching experience in higher education. |
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Adjunct Instructor - DCCL: IDSL 855 Managing Financial Resources, Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL)
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Multiple Locations
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| Ferris State University seeks qualified candidates to teach part-time in the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program. Instruction occurs on campus, at off-campus locations, and online. Course Assignment: IDSL 855 Managing Financial Resources. Provides an overview of the budgetary concepts and processes that are foundational to the financial health of community colleges, including decision-making frameworks, analytical tools, capital planning, technology planning, and state and federal regulations and practices. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Applications will be retained until vacancies arise, at which time qualified candidates may be contacted. This posting is for a 7 ½ week mixed delivery course – typically one face-to-face weekend (either in Michigan or Houston, Texas) followed by online instruction. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment and the duration of time performing services for Ferris State University. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment with Ferris will not continue. The anticipated start date of this position is May 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. Required: Earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, or JD) in a discipline relevant to community college leadership. Significant administrative experience in a community college or relevant subject-matter expertise (e.g., higher education finance, budgeting and resource allocation, strategic planning, or fiscal policy in postsecondary education). Applicants must demonstrate substantial leadership or administrative experience at the mid- to senior level within a community college or comparable higher education institution, along with documented teaching experience in higher education. |
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Adjunct Instructor - DCCL: IDSL 894 Practicum, Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL)
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Multiple Locations
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| Ferris State University seeks qualified candidates to teach part-time in the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program. Instruction occurs on campus, at off-campus locations, and online. Course Assignment: IDSL 894 Practicum. Course description: Provides an independent, individual learning experience designed specifically to meet the learner’s professional goals. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. Applications will be retained until vacancies arise, at which time qualified candidates may be contacted. This posting is for a 7 ½ week mixed delivery course – typically one face-to-face weekend (either in Michigan or Houston, Texas) followed by online instruction. The candidate(s) must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment and the duration of time performing services for Ferris State University. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment with Ferris will not continue. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026 at the earliest and August 2026 at the latest. Required: Earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, or JD) in a discipline relevant to community college leadership. Significant administrative experience in a community college or relevant subject-matter expertise (e.g., organizational leadership, higher education policy, institutional effectiveness, or student success initiatives). Applicants must demonstrate substantial leadership or administrative experience at the mid- to senior level within a community college or comparable higher education institution, along with documented teaching experience in higher education. |
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Secretary Level 2 - College of Arts, Sciences and Education
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Arts, Sciences and Education seeks applicants for a Secretary Level 2. This position will support the delivery of academic functions within the college and provide primary support in the Social Work Department. The position will follow established college/departmental policies and procedures. The anticipated start date of this position is November 2025. 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 above 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 work experience equals one year of education. Two years full-time secretarial work experience to include bookkeeping, supervisory responsibility, and public contact. |
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SLA Facilitator (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Clarifying course concepts, incorporating study skills, generating notes from
course lecture/lab, preparing workshop materials, meetings with course faculty, meetings with the Program Coordinator, adhering to program policies, and keeping appropriate workshop records as instructed. |
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Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) serves as the chief academic officer of Ferris State University (FSU) and provides leadership in promoting and accomplishing the mission of the University. The VPAA is involved with all aspects of FSU in the oversight, development, coordination, and implementation of academic goals, programs and educational policies; is leader and an advocate of faculty and students; promotes a collegial atmosphere in the University community; encourages shared governance, academic freedom, academic responsibility and academic innovation; prepares budget recommendations; reports to the President and is a member of the President's executive team; collaborates and coordinates with the team of Vice Presidents to lead and advise all aspects of the institution including enrollment. The Provost and Vice President Is responsible for the following areas: College of Arts, Sciences and Education; College of Business; College of Engineering Technology; College of Health Professions; Kendall College of Art and Design; Michigan College of Optometry; College of Pharmacy; University College; Extended and International Operations (Corporate and Professional Development, Graduate Studies, Statewide, Online, International Education); Ferris State University Charter Schools; Curriculum, Assessment and Accreditation; Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. |
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Part-Time Dining Services
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Dining Services is seeking hard working individuals to join a team of professionals dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. Several positions classified as part time continuing are available to assist in providing support in our retail, catering and residential food service operations, working up to 28 hours a week. Duties vary and could include greeting customers, processing meal plans, cash and credit card transactions utilizing a point of sales system, assisting with food production and service of food as needed. Individuals in this position will be exposed to all food types (ex. shellfish, peanuts, & fruit) in an environment where industrial strength cleaners are used. Work hours may vary, and you may be required to be on-call, work evenings, weekends and holidays. Required: High school diploma with GED equivalency. Demonstrated history of effective interpersonal communication, teamwork, and providing cheerful customer assistance. |
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Dining Supervisor- Quad Cafe (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Do you have prior experience working in on-campus dining units and are familiar with the jobs, policies, and procedures within the dining areas? If so, then this position may be for you. |
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Admissions Clerical I (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Join the Office in Admissions in moving prospective students Ferris Forward by providing exceptional customer service, assisting the processing team with incoming transcripts and providing office support. |
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Adjunct Instructor - Geography
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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 Human 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, Geography of US and Canada, and Geography of Michigan as well as other 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. For in-person or hybrid teaching positions: Courses are to be taught in person on Ferris State University's Big Rapids Campus. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. For 100% online teaching positions: Courses are to be taught online. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan*, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment. Please note, if you relocate after being hired to a state not listed above, your employment at Ferris will not continue. (*If you reside in Michigan, the position will be part of the Ferris Non-Tenure Track Faculty Organization - FNTFO, except for DCCL and clinical adjuncts in the College of Health Professions, Pharmacy, and the Michigan College of Optometry). The anticipated start date of these positions is January 2026 or August 2026, based on the department needs. Required: Master’s degree in Geography. Higher education teaching experience. |
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Tutor 1 (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| 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. |
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Construction Lab Ast/Tutor (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Computer Lab Assistants will work in the computer labs monitoring for GRN 259 and 269, check in/out customers, assisting users with questions, maintaining the cleanliness of the computer lab, and any other assigned duties. |
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HVAC Tool Crib/Lab Asst (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Check in/out tools to students and professors. Receive supplies from vendors and assist with maintaining inventory on supplies. Sort and organize lab materials and support of lab operations as required. Some data entry is required and other special projects may assigned. |
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Intramural Official (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Do you have an interest in sports? If so, the REC is looking for officials for all kinds of sports. |
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Writing Center Consultant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| You will be working with students on various kinds of papers. |
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Writing Center Consultant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| You will be working with students on various kinds of papers. |
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Hispanic Cult. Ctr Office Asst (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Hispanic/Latino Cultural Center is seeking a student for their office assistant position. This position has multiple duties that may allow the student to gain knowledge and experience in an office setting. |
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Hispanic Cult. Ctr Office Asst (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Hispanic/Latino Cultural Center is seeking a student for their office assistant position. This position has multiple duties that may allow the student to gain knowledge and experience in an office setting. |
