Student Clerical Assistant - Events & Admin (Work-Study)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,908 - 19,286; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University is seeking a CAPS Clerical 1 student position in Big Rapids, MI to support the Career and Professional Success (CAPS) team with clerical tasks and technology support.

The role involves customer service, data entry, event planning, purchasing, and assisting at CAPS events. A 2.5 GPA is required, and driving checks may be conducted in line with university policy.

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.
• As an individual who is responsible for driving on behalf of the university, a driving record check will be run.

Responsibilities

• Participate in regular staff meetings.
• 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.
• May include driving personal or university vehicle and handling money.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Microsoft products

Canva

Attention to detail

Job description

Ferris State University is seeking a CAPS Clerical 1 student position in Big Rapids, MI to support the Career and Professional Success (CAPS) team with clerical tasks and technology support.

The role involves customer service, data entry, event planning, purchasing, and assisting at CAPS events. A 2.5 GPA is required, and driving checks may be conducted in line with university policy.