Orientation Leader/Tour Guide; Student Position
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Adult & Continuing Education, School Counseling & Student Support, Academic Advising & Student Services
Job no: 498316
Work type:
Student Employment
- General
Location:
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories:
Student Employment
- General
Position Title:
Tour Guide (Student Position)
Location:
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Department:
Enrollment Services
Advertised Salary: $13.73
Summary of Position:
Do you enjoy public speaking and answering questions? If so, becoming a tour guide allows you to do just that, with a flexible schedule. Tour Guides will give walking tours of campus, escort groups to and from various campus locations, and share their love of Ferris to prospective students that are coming to visit in a large group from schools or organizations.
Based on semester, Tour Guides will also have a role with the Crimson and Gold program and Orientation.
Position Requirements:
* Possess good public speaking skills
- Have strong knowledge of the University and be able to answer a variety of questions
- Must be comfortable with working outdoors
- Need at least 2 semesters of education at Ferris Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
* Offer presentations or campus tours - Escort students and chaperones to various locations across campus
- Work campus events and Orientation programming
- Be able to walk a mile while talking Additional
Physical Requirements:
Being able to walk at least a mile while talking. Number of Positions Available: 20 Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume, Class Schedule Job Close Date:
May 22, 2027 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 .
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Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
Advertised: 05 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 22 May 2027 Eastern Daylight Time
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