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Student Activities Specialist

Ferris State University

United States, Michigan, Big Rapids

1201 South State Street (Show on map)

Jun 26, 2026

Position Title:	Student Activities Specialist
Location:	Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:	62600 - Center for Student Involvement
Advertised Salary:	$20.45/hr. hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and CTA/MEA-NEA Agreement
Benefits:	Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. Clerical Tech Association (CTA)
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:	Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time:	Full-Time
Union Group:	Clerical-Technical Association (MEA-NEA)
Term of Position:	12 Month
At Will/Just Cause:	Just Cause
Summary of Position:	Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Life, assist in the overall coordination of functions and activities within the Center for Student Involvement. Work independently to coordinate the functions of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), oversee the application, distribution and processes of the Student Activity Fund (SAF), plan and implement small-scale daytime drop-in events and engagement opportunities for students, coordinate campus use of outdoor grounds and related spaces in accordance with university policies and procedures, and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages student involvement, engagement, and connection to the university community. This is a fully in-person position. 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.
Position Type:	Staff
Required Education:	Satisfactory completion of two years of college or equivalent. The listed requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education: Two years of full-time, related work experience equals one year of education.
Required Work Experience:	Two years of full-time clerical or office administrative work experience, including bookkeeping and public contact.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:	Office Environment Bending Carrying Reaching Sitting Twisting Balancing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive movement Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:	Assist with the contracting and production of campus events such as concerts, comedians, speakers, etc. Review and process financial transactions as stipulated in contracts and engagement agreements. May be required to attend and work occasional evening campus event. Serve as primary point of contact for the Student Activity Fund (SAF); schedule, coordinate, and attend all Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee (SAFAC) meetings; train, mentor and advise Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) on SAFAC processes and procedures in accordance with the Rules of Appropriation and Allocation; assist with the recruitment, selection, and training of student voting members of SAFAC; coordinate the booking and contracting of approved talent; and process all financial transactions related to SAF-funded travel, programs, and events. Administer the scheduling and reservation process for the Robinson and South Quad , reviewing requests from internal and external organizations and ensuring compliance with university policies, risk management requirements, and operational guidelines. Create, market, and execute regularly occurring small-scale daytime programs and activities in and around the David L. Eisler Center to enhance the student experience and encourage campus involvement. Serve as office manager for the Center for Student Involvement, coordinating administrative functions, supervising front-office operations, and fostering a welcoming, professional, and student-centered environment. Answer inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources and provide explanations and interpretations of policies and procedures. Monitor activities on event days and provide assistance to ensure proper functioning. Assist with and approve event registrations for RSOs and campus departments. Review and screen all campus flyer postings Provide backup support to the David L. Eisler Center Reservation Specialist. Perform all duties and responsibilities of positions included in Grades 1 through 4 of the CTA contract. Train, schedule, supervise, and maintain payroll for departmental non-bargaining-unit clerical and student employees. May be called on to provide support to a variety of Student Life departments during the Summer semester. Carries out these responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws. Maintain the confidentiality of designated information. Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. Perform any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:	Work occasional evenings or weekend campus entertainment or student-recruitment events.
Skills and Abilities:	Communicate effectively with a diverse range of students, faculty, staff, alums, and visitors in various situations. Exercise good judgment and tact when dealing with diverse publics. Input, retrieve, download, merge, output, and maintain information from various software programs and systems. Maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive personal information. Meet deadlines and demonstrate excellent organization skills. Ability to operate all standard office machinery and equipment. Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. Research, collect, analyze, and produce reports.
Required Documents:	Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript demonstrating satisfactory completion of two years of college, if applicable. If you do not have a transcript, please write a justification explaining how your work experience is equivalent to the required education and attach that justification in lieu of the transcript. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript (if applicable).
Initial Application Review Date:	July 13, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?:	Yes
Posting Close Date:
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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