CAPS Clerical 1 (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University is seeking a CAPS Clerical 1 student to assist professional staff with clerical tasks, help at campus events, create advertising posters, and promote CAPS events.

This student position is part-time, work-study only, located in Big Rapids, MI 49307, with hourly pay around $13.73–$13.99. A 2.5 GPA and background check are required.

You will gain exposure to campus resources and gain experience supporting students, faculty, staff, and employers.

Qualifications

• Compassion and interest in working with students, faculty, staff, and employers.
• Some understanding of Ferris structures and resources.
• Attention to detail.
• Some technology proficiency with Microsoft products and Canva.
• Must have a 2.5 GPA.
• Must be able to pass a background check by the university.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional staff with clerical tasks which may include scheduling meetings, returning phone calls, answering emails, taking meeting minutes, purchasing items, and proofreading documents.
• Assist at events.
• Create advertising posters.
• Advertise CAPS events.
• Provide feedback and suggestions for innovative changes.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate programming - Including but not limited to room reservations, catering reservations, advertising, supply purchases, cash handling, event set-up, staffing events, and finding and leading volunteers.

Skills

Compassion

Attention to detail

Technology proficiency

GPA 2.5

Background check readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Job no: 498194

Work type

Student Employment - Work Study Only

Location

Big Rapids, MI 49307

Categories

Student Employment - Work Study Only

Position Title

CAPS Clerical 1 (Student Position)

Department

CAPS

Advertised Salary

$13.73-$13.99

Summary of Position

Want to get exposed to everything that Ferris State has to offer? Career and Professional Success! You will get to help out at many events across campus, create advertisements, and other clerical duties.

Position Requirements

• Compassion and interest in working with students, faculty, staff, and employers
• Some understanding of Ferris structures and resources
• Attention to detail
• Some technology proficiency with Microsoft products and Canva
• Must have a 2.5 GPA
• Must be able to pass a background check by the university

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist professional staff with clerical tasks which may include scheduling meetings, returning phone calls, answering emails, taking meeting minutes, purchasing items, and proofreading documents.
• Assist at events
• Create advertising posters
• Advertise CAPS events
• Provide feedback and suggestions for innovative changes
• Plan, implement, and evaluate programming - Including but not limited to room reservations, catering reservations, advertising, supply purchases, cash handling, event set-up, staffing events, and finding and leading volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned. Number of Positions Available: 2 Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule Job Close Date: September 18, 2026 EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affimitive 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.

Advertised:

01 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close:

18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time