Card Wildlife Student Asst (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University College of Business invites applications for a Card Wildlife Center Tour Guide (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI. The role involves greeting visitors and leading tours, plus assisting with education, marketing, outreach, and maintenance tasks at the Card Wildlife Center.

Applicants should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to relate well to a diverse audience.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal skills required.
• Good written and oral communication skills essential.
• Experience interacting with diverse visitors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• greet visitors and guide tours of the Card Wildlife Center.
• assist in duties related to education, marketing, community outreach, and general facility maintenance.
• interact positively with visitors of varying ages and backgrounds.
• answer questions about mounts on display; some wildlife biology knowledge is preferred.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Good written and oral communication

Job description

Job no: 498132
Work type: Student Employment - Work Study Only
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - Work Study Only
Position Title: Card Wildlife Center Tour Guide (Student Position)Location: Big Rapids, MI
Department: Card Wildlife Center
Advertised Salary: $13.73-$13.99
Summary of Position: Student workers will be responsible for greeting visitors and guiding tours of the center. Workers will also be required to assist in duties related to education, marketing, community outreach, and general maintenance of the facility.
Position Type: - Possess basic computer and office skills

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Good written and oral communication skills Essential Duties/Responsibilities: - Workers will also be required to assist in duties related to education, marketing, community outreach, and general maintenance of the facility
• The ability to interact positively with visitors of varying ages and backgrounds is required.
• Workers will be able to answer questions about the mounts on display, a basic knowledge of wildlife biology is preferred. Number of Positions Available: 1 Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/Class Schedule Job Close Date: December 12, 2026 EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affimative 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: 18 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time