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Secretary Level 2

Ferris State University

1201 South State Street (Show on map)

Jul 31, 2026

Position Title:	Secretary Level 2
Location:	Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:	43000 - University College
Advertised Salary:	$18.45; 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:	Provide basic routine secretarial support by performing a combination of receptionist, bookkeeping and clerical duties. The anticipated start date for this position is August 2026. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.
Position Type:	Staff
Required Education:	Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent technical training or business/technical schooling. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of college education, training, and experience which provide3s the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of work experience equals one year of education.
Required Work Experience:	Two years full-time secretarial work experience to include bookkeeping, supervisory responsibility and public contact. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:	Office Environment Bending Carrying Reaching Sitting Twisting Lifting Repetitive movement Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:	Proficient in the use of an electronic student records system. Proficient in on-line scheduling systems Proficient with software applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). Accounting skills and experience with Banner and Concur.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:	1. Perform any/all duties as defined in the Secretary Level 1 position description. 2. Provide support to the University College Dean's Office and assigned departments. 3. Independently answer routine correspondence and draft non-routine correspondence for review and approval of the supervisor. 4. Answer or refer inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and the general public regarding established policies and procedures. 5. Research information as background for incoming and outgoing correspondence. 6. Prepare and maintain information for such documents as correspondence, memos, reports, etc. using computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and file management. 7. Input, retrieve, download, and output information utilizing a computer to access various software programs and systems. 8. Establish and maintain filing and record-keeping systems. 9. Interview, train, and direct student employees. 10. Coordinate special department functions and activities, meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars, including retreats, by scheduling facilities, preparing agendas, and arranging for services and equipment. 11. Monitor department budgets. 12. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws. 13. Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. 14. Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. 15. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities:	1. Operate a variety of office machines and equipment such as a computer, facsimile, multi-line telephone, copier, and calculator, including making minor adjustments (requires some mechanical aptitude). 2. Use computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. 3. Utilize the rules of proper grammar, correct spelling and punctuation, and correct arrangement of information. 4. Perform basic mathematical operations with accuracy. 5. Input, retrieve, download, merge, and output information from software programs and systems. 6. Plan, organize, and make sound judgments and decisions. 7. Communicate effectively with a variety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a variety of situations. 8. Interpret student problems and direct students to the proper resource. 9. Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. 10. Maintain confidential and/or sensitive information in compliance with university policies and state and federal law.
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 of their degree 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 instead of the transcript. Transcripts must include the institution name, the applicant's name, the date the degree was attained, and the degree awarded. The individual hired will be required to submit an official transcript (if applicable).
Initial Application Review Date:	August 17, 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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