Temporary Special Projects Administrator: Emergency Management, Policy and Procedure Analyst, and Care Outreach

Position Title: Temporary Special Projects Administrator: Emergency Management, Policy and Procedure Analyst, and Care Outreach   Location: Remote   Department:

62102 - Housing and Residence Life

  Advertised Salary: $71,834   Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

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  FLSA: Exempt   Temporary/Continuing:  Temporary   Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time   Union Group: N/A   Term of Position: 9 Month (non-faculty)   At Will/Just Cause: At Will   Summary of Position: Temporary position responsible for collaborating to reimagine Housing and Residential Life, including developing, updating, and documenting emergency management plans; conducting a comprehensive review of existing housing policies and procedures to ensure compliance, consistency, and operational clarity; redeveloping relationships to support student success; and managing CARE student cases. The position will not extend beyond June 2027 and may end earlier upon completion of defined deliverables; this position has no supervisory authority. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, and experience, as well as internal pay equity considerations. Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors: Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position. Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience who demonstrate proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role. 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, H1B, etc.   Position Type: Staff   Required Education: Bachelor's degree   Required Work Experience: Experience in policy writing, emergency and compliance review, or related analytical/documentation work   Required Licenses and Certifications:     Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Sitting

  Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:     Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Draft, revise, and finalize the Emergency Management/Preparedness Plans (EMP). Coordinate with Risk Management, the Department of Public Safety, and other campus entities, as well as applicable federal, state, and local emergency management entities and requirements, to ensure plan alignment. Update contingency plans. Develop or update procedures, communication protocols, staff/resident notification systems, and emergency contact information. Draft training materials and tabletop exercise scenarios to support staff readiness, and if time allows, conduct a training exercise. Recommend a schedule for periodic reviews and updates. Conduct a systematic review of existing housing policies and procedures for regulatory compliance, internal consistency, and clarity, ensuring they are student-friendly. Identify gaps, outdated material, conflicting language, and student barriers across policy documents and departmental practices. Draft recommended revisions, redlines, or new policy and procedure language. Focusing on student recruitment and retention, develop the calendar of workflow to ensure major events such as check-in, housing assignments, housing sign-up, staff recruitment and selection, staff training, and onboarding are aligned with other important dates and events across the University, such as when bills are disbursed and due, orientation, start and end of the semester, meal plans, parking procedures, etc. In partnership with the Director of Housing and the Dean of Student Life, realign and, where needed, develop partnerships to successfully create, implement, and sustain changes in Housing policy, procedures, and operations that support student success. Manage student CARE cases to support student success. Maintain organized documentation of all drafts, research sources, and stakeholder feedback. Prepare findings and draft changes for Housing and Division leadership. Coordinate input/review cycles with relevant department heads. Reports to Director of Housing/Associate Dean of Student Life Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws. 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. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.   Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:     Skills and Abilities: Strong technical/policy writing skills; ability to translate regulatory language into clear, actionable procedures. Working knowledge of emergency management planning principles (NIMS/ICS familiarity a plus). Familiarity with Ferris State University systems, processes, and operations, especially in Housing and the Division of Student Affairs. Familiarity with housing program regulations or a demonstrated ability to quickly research and apply local, state, and federal regulatory frameworks. Strong research and analytical skills; ability to compare existing documents against current legal/regulatory standards. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a defined project timeline independently. Strong interpersonal skills for coordinating across departments and with external emergency management partners. Proficiency in word processing, document version control, and basic project-tracking tools. Primarily remote in Michigan; may require occasional site visits to Big Rapids. Some meetings outside standard business hours may be held during exercises or drills. Travel within the state of Michigan for stakeholder coordination Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.   Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

  Optional Documents:     Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of the unofficial transcript of their Bachelor's degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.   Initial Application Review Date: October 26, 2026   Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes   Posting Close Date:     EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. 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. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.     Click here to learn more about working at FSU.

Bachelor's degree required; experience in policy writing, emergency and compliance review, or related analytical/documentation work; authorized to work in the US without employer assistance or sponsorship; primarily remote in Michigan with occasional site visits to Big Rapids.

Key Responsibilities

• developing emergency plans
• reviewing policies
• managing care cases

Job Details

• Category: Project and Program Management
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Full Time, Temporary
• Workplace: Remote — Michigan, United States
• Salary: USD 71,834 – 71,834 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• Generous paid time off

About Ferris State University

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