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Southern Adventist University requires all students to visit the Human Resource Department to complete new hire paperwork after they have been hired, and before the start of the first day of work:
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Dishwasher

Location/Department: Cafeteria 

Description/Duties: Washing dishes and putting away dry dishes.

Qualifications: Willing to get wet; able to stand for several hours; ability to follow specific instructions 

Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am - 3pm

Pay Rate: Up to an additional $2/per hour, store discount and possible end of semester bonus

Person to Contact: Anna Chiarenza

Email: achiarenza@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2310

Job Posted: 10/24

Village Market, Deli, Food Service

Living Memoirs Oral History Project Research Assistant

Location/Department: McKee Library

Description/Duties: This ARC-funded project preserves the stories of our own student missionaries, past and present, for future generations.  The research assistant will independently conduct virtual or in-person audio interviews of past student missionaries. In addition, the research assistant will edit the transcripts generated for the interviews and post the audio, transcript, and a short introductory paragraph to our institutional repository, Knowledge Exchange. The research assistant will contact alumni student missionaries to recruit participants.  All procedures will follow the IRB-approved methods that will be provided.  This is currently a one-semester appointment, but it is open to negotiation and project expansion.

Qualifications: *Highly independent and responsible
*Trustworthy to work on projects and conduct interviews independently
*Capable of adhering to research guidelines
*Personable and friendly to make participants comfortable

Skills needed:
text and basic audio editing, proofreading, writing, interviewing, recruiting, basic website managing

Upperclassmen or graduate students with writing, editing, and interviewing experience are preferred.  Other students will be considered depending on relevant job and academic experiences.

Hours: 10hr/week

Pay Rate: Based on class standing unless exceptional skills and experience are present

Person to Contact: Bethany Fajardo Howard

Email: bfhoward@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.762.4152

Job Posted: 10/29

McKee Library

Student Custodian

Location/Department: Service Department/Lynnwood Hall 1036 

Description/Duties: Assist in maintaining academic and administrative buildings.

    This includes cleaning of all common areas: bathrooms, classrooms, lobbies, hallways, and conference rooms

    Doing daily checks and removal of trash and recycling The student custodian will be expected to assist in the maintenance and general upkeep of the janitor closets

   Keeping it picked up and tidy

   Reporting when items are low or missing,

   Reporting when equipment needs serviced

Qualifications: 

  • Able to work independently and be self-motivated
  • Able to work with chemicals and equipment
  • Able to effectively communicate with Supervisors
  • Able to lift up to 20lbs (mostly dumping mop buckets)
  • Flexible and able to adapt quickly
  • Willing to maintain safety standards and abide by all protocols

Hours: Monday-Thursday between 8a-8p in 3hr blocks. Friday between 8a-12p. Sunday 9a-12p.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Bernetta Shockley/Stephanie Hewitt

Email: servicedept@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2132

Other: Please address email to Bernetta Shockley and Stephanie Hewitt

Job Posted: 10/29/24

Service

Sunday Brunch Helper

Location/Department: Village Market Deli

Description/Duties: Make breakfast sandwiches; assist with serving; man fryer (must be 18 years or older); clean-up 

Qualifications: Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be organized; work neatly and efficiently; have good customer service skills and all around positive attitude. Must be 18 or older to work fryer.

Hours: 8 am - 1 pm

Pay Rate: Up to $2 more above class standing with a possible end of semester bonus

Person to Contact: Anna Chiarenza

Email: achiarenza@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2310

Job Posted: 11/4/24

Village Market, Deli, Food Service

Support Navigator

Location/Department: DHSI

Qualifications: 
• Current graduate student (Counseling or MSW students)
• Ability to work 10-20 hours per week as a Support Navigator
• Patient demeanor with the ability to relate to, empathize with, and show compassion for a variety of personalities and cultures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Excellent observational and listening skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Individual initiative
• Reliable and dependable
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a dynamic team of professionals
•  Ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

 Preferred skills:
Ability to communicate in Spanish
Knowledge of or experience completing client assessments

Hours: 10 - 20 hours per week, some flexibility in work schedule, but should be available Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: $12/hr

Person to Contact: Maryoum Sandoval

Email: dhsi@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2127

Other: Interested students may apply by emailing their resume to dhsi@southern.edu.

Job Posted: 11/5

Academic Administration

Peer Tutor

Location/Department: Tutoring Center in McKee Library 

Description/Duties: Peer tutors provide an encouraging learning environment to assist students in developing the knowledge base and skills necessary to become confident, independent, and active learners.

Qualifications: Currently enrolled as a Southern student in good academic standing Meets the minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 Received at least a B+ in course to tutor Strong Interpersonal and communication skills Responsible

Hours: flexible

Pay Rate: $8.75-$9.75

Person to Contact: Sonja Fordham

Email: sfordham@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2384

Other: If interested, complete application: https://southern.libwizard.com/f/application_tutoringcenter

Job Posted: 11/8

McKee Library, Tutoring Center

Student Photographer

Location/Department: Marketing and University Relations

Description/Duties: 
• Capture campus events, people, places, and special assignments for use in university publications and on social media and websites
• Set up and take headshot images in department photo studio
• Contribute to daily photo gathering for Week in Review postings
• Cover events outside of regular office hours
• Dress appropriately and wear identification while working
• Import, organize, process, tag, and export photos in Lightroom
• Create contact sheets and file all usable photos within Photo Archive system on department server
• Monitor and respond to online photo requests
• Effectively meet deadlines
• Work in tandem with other photographers¬¬ and coordinate efforts
• Keep photo studio and equipment neat and organized
• Attend weekly staff meetings, if class schedule allows

Qualifications: 
• Portfolio of photography work
• Prior experience with digital cameras and lenses (Canon preferred)
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
• Working knowledge or familiarity with studio lighting
• Punctual, reliable, self-motivated, and attentive to detail and deadlines
• Flexible and available in evenings and on weekends

Hours: 10-15 hrs

Pay Rate: Based on Class standing and Skill

Person to Contact: Joseph Hyde

Email: josephhyde@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2687

Job Posted: 11/12

Marketing and University Relations

Student Worker

Location/Department: Academic Administration

Description/Duties:

• Process transcripts into application system• Paper & electronic filing• Scanning and shredding documents• Communicate with faculty on behalf of Academic Administration• Enter data into spreadsheet or database(s)• Assist with answering multiple phone lines• Assist with recruitment of prospective graduate students• Participate and assist with departmental events, including graduation and graduate studies planned activities• Help with special projects as needed• Ability to work in the summer preferred

Qualifications: 

• Must have excellent communication, writing, and organization skills. 

• Have a knowledge of Word and Excel.

• Ability to quickly learn various software.

• Must be able to type efficiently and pay attention to details.

• Must practice confidentiality of information at all times.

Hours: Up to 15 hours, flexible scheduling within standard office hours:  9am to 5pm M-Th; 9am to 12pm Friday

Pay Rate: $7.25 - $8.25

Person to Contact: Jordan Sayavongsa

Email: jordansayavongsa@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2694

Job Posted: 11/12

Academic Administration

Confidential Assistant

Location/Department: Bietz Center /DSS

Description/Duties: 

  • Create, sort, organize, and update files.
  • In keeping with FERPA, HIPPA and SAU policy, keep all information confidential, including but not limited to information contained in files or overheard in conversations and phone calls.
  • Help proctor exams.
  • Create Word or Excel documents and charts from data.
  • Assist the DSC in her/his daily responsibilities and special events.
  • Greet people, answer phones, schedule appointments, and handle inquiries regarding Southern and DSS
  • Assist current or potential students and/or parents with questions, procedures, and resources
  • Scan former student files to digital copy.
  • Make copies and send faxes as needed.
  • Give presentations regarding departmental services as needed.

Qualifications: 

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both in person and in writing, in supportive, non-judgmental manner.
  • Past experience in office setting, preferred but will train.
  • Computer competence, particularly in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Must have a good work ethic, with a strong sense of responsibility.
  • Willingness to learn new skills.
  • Must be detail-oriented and can follow instructions thoroughly.
  • Training in FERPA (DSC will provide training if necessary).

Hours: Minimum of 10 hours per week

Pay Rate: Competitive rate based on class standing and experience.

Person to Contact: Jahnil Ancheta

Email: jahnilm@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236-25.4

Other Skills/Abilities: Working knowledge of disability laws.
• Trustworthiness.
•Strong work ethic without need for continuous supervision;

Other Desirable Skills: Working knowledge of HIPPA.
• Experience in health/psychology fields.

Job Posted: 11/13

Talge Hall Dorm Chaplain

Location/Department: Office of Ministry and Missions

Description/Duties: Administrative

  • Attend weekly team Transformation Tuesdays (11am-12pm)
  • Attend Office of Ministry and Missions (OMM) Fall Retreat & Orientation, and Winter Retreat
  • Meet weekly with the Assistant Chaplain
  • Participate in all OMM events as described in the contract

Essential Responsibilities

  • Assist deans in planning weekly Residence Hall worships on Tuesday at 8pm in Thatcher Chapel.
  • Attend weekly Residence Hall worships; available to deans, resident assistants, and students for spiritual support.
  • Lead a LifeGroup for residence hall men/women once per week.
  • Plan and implement additional events or ministry initiatives for the spiritual enrichment of students living within Residence Halls, with dean approval.
  • Under direction from the deans or chaplains, visit students who may require special care and support such as minors, those with illness, feeling isolated or lonely, needing grief support, etc.

Interpersonal Ministry

  • Recruit, develop, and train a team of volunteer dorm chaplains.
  • Assign volunteer chaplains to an individual hall and partner with the resident assistant of that hall to provide intentional, organized, and routine spiritual care to residents.

Qualifications: 

  • Personal, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ
  • Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Initiation, assertiveness, and responsibility
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Mentorship and discipleship

Hours: up to 8 hours

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Manuel Gomez

Email: magomez@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2438

Job Posted: 11/13

Ministry and Missions

Dishroom

Location/Department: Cafeteria

Description/Duties: We are under new management and we are getting some UPGRADES!  We are striving to operate a top-notch food service facility and are seeking a team with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team.  This is the back-bone of our department since the production team cannot do their work without clean utensils and they need to find items quickly and easily. In other words, “we can’t make it without you.”   
Our Dish Room Experts sort trays from the tray line.  They also rinse and wash pots, pans, and utensils from the production and service areas and put the clean items away.
This can be a very fast-paced position at peak meal times but we still try to have fun while we work. 
Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We are glad to train a willing learner.

Qualifications: 
• Attention to detail
• Organization skills and eye for neatness – or willing to learn
• Ability to stay focused on detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow directions quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly
• Strong commitment to work with good attendance
• Follow sanitation practices of Food Services

Hours: Hiring for all shifts between 6:30 - 11 am, Noon - 2:30 pm, and 5:00 – 7:30 pm.

Pay Rate: Competitive rate based on class standing plus an end of semester bonus.

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2767

Job Posted: 11/14

Cafeteria

Website UX/UI Designer

Location/Department: Marketing and University Relations

Description/Duties: 

• Assist the Marketing and University Relations web team with regular upkeep and maintenance of www.southern.edu
• Through collaboration with various departments to ensure website content is accurate and up-to-date.
• Create visually appealing and user-friendly designs for Southern’s website, ensuring they align with the university's branding and UX/UI best practices.
• Implement UX/UI design improvements for existing and new web pages.
• Monitor and respond to website support requests, including resolving Helpdesk tickets via the IT Helpdesk.
• Train web editors on Modern Campus CMS.

Qualifications: 
• Proficient in UX Design software such as Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Basic understanding of UX/UI design principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical users.
• General content management experience, with strong writing skills, is a plus.
• Basic HMTL and CSS knowledge is not required but is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Kroania Huskins

Email: ktshuskins@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2684

Other: Please submit a résumé of your previous experience and a copy of your schedule. Send a portfolio or samples of relevant work, if available.

Job Posted: 11/14

Marketing and University Relations

Cashier

Location/Department: Cafeteria

Description/Duties: 
We are striving to operate a top-notch food service facility and are looking for cashiers with outgoing personality, great attitude and excellent work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team. This position the face of our department – the part the guests see most readily – so we are seeking team members with a ready smile and kind word in addition to stellar integrity. 

Our Cashier Team has many responsibilities. They include:

·         Top-notch customer service at all times

·         A ready smile and kind word to greet each guest

·         Professional attire expected – uniform shirts at ALL shifts

·         Correctly charge guests for food and collect payment

·         Count cash as needed & settle cash drawer

·         Stock snack shelves & drink coolers

·         Stock utensils, napkins, and other items in Dining Area & keep those areas neat

·         Keep a tidy work area 

·         Daily and as-needed cleaning of the register area, etc.

This can be a very fast-paced position at peak meal times.  

This is a position of greater responsibility and trust so we will be checking references a little more stringently for this position. 

Qualifications: 

·         Customer Service experience required

·         Friendly with good people skills

·         Professional demeanor & attire (uniform shirt & business casual)

·         Ability to remain calm under pressure

·         Computer knowledge

·         Math skills

·         Responsible with high integrity

·         Attention to detail and an eye for aesthetics

Hours: Hiring all shifts between 6:30am – 6:30pm

Pay Rate: Competitive rate based on class standing plus possible end of year bonus.

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2767

Job Posted: 11/14

Cafeteria

Student Executive Assistant

Location/Department: Southern Scholars Honors Program

Description/Duties: 
Duties of the student assistant include:
- Serving as main contact person for incoming emails and phone calls to Scholars office
- Organize and track student and scholarship data
- Organize and assist at Scholars events
- Maintain inventory of Scholars supplies
- Attend weekly Student Council meetings and serve as liaison between Southern Scholars Director and Student Council
- Other administrative duties as determined by Southern Scholars Director

Qualifications: Prefer freshman or sophomore in good academic standing.

Hours: 6-10 hours/week; flexible schedule

Pay Rate: Begins at $10/hour (determined by class standing)

Person to Contact: Michel Sun Lee

Email: scholars@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2419

Other: Please include three references in email

Job Posted: 11/14

Southern Scholars Honors Program

Tutor

Location/Department: Tutoring Center (McKee Library)

Qualifications: Current enrollment as a Southern student in good academic standing Meets the minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 Received at least a B+ in courses to tutor Strong critical thinking skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Pay Rate: Flexible Pay Rate $8.75-9.75

Person to Contact: Sonja Fordham

Email: sfordham@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2384

Other: Application: https://southern.libwizard.com/f/application_tutoringcenter

Job Posted: 11/14

McKee Library

Stocker

Location/Department: CK2

Description/Duties: Refilling stations, stocking the vending machines, Taking out the trash, picking up orders from the Cafe, and restocking the grab n go.

Qualifications: Willingness to work with others and be part of the CK2 family.

Hours: Can vary.

Pay Rate: starting at 9.25/hr more per class standing

Person to Contact: Mandy Starr

Email: mstarr@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2398

Other: Please email your schedule in PDF form to mstarr@southern.edu if interested.

Job Posted: 11/19

CK2

Station Worker

Location/Department: CK2

Description/Duties: Roates through the slushie station, grill, sandwich station, cashier etc general cleaning and dishes.

Qualifications: Willingness to work with others and a positive attitude.

Hours: Varies during the week and needs to commit to 2 weekend shifts a month.

Pay Rate: 9.25/hr freshman and more per class standing

Person to Contact: Mandy Starr

Email: mstarr@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2398

Other: Please email class schedule to mstarr@southern.edu if interested.

Job Posted: 11/19

CK2

ACT tutor

Location/Department: Tutoring Center (McKee Library)

Description/Duties: Help students prepare for the ACT test.

Qualifications: Current enrollment as a Southern student in good academic standing Meets the minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 Achieved an ACT score of at least 32 Strong critical thinking skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Pay Rate: flexible Pay Rate $8.75-9.75

Person to Contact: Sonja Fordham

Email: sfordham@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2384

Other: Application: https://southern.libwizard.com/f/application_tutoringcenter

Job Posted: 11/19

McKee Library

Digital Resources Assistant

Location/Department: McKee Library

Description/Duties: The Digital Resources Assistant will handle student, faculty, and staff requests for library materials unavailable in McKee Library's collections or subscriptions. Through interlibrary loan partnerships, they will also manage incoming requests from other libraries for articles and books. In this role, the assistant will package and ship materials, collaborate with the periodicals team to obtain articles, process returned items, and retrieve books and journals for copying services. Additionally, they will assist with various interlibrary loan tasks and other responsibilities assigned by the Digital Resources Librarian.

Qualifications:  Effective communication skills, strong teamwork capabilities, and excellent attention to detail are essential. Familiarity with computer systems, library databases, and the Microsoft Office suite is preferred, along with a commitment to ongoing learning and adaptability.

Hours: 6-8 PM

Pay Rate: 10$

Person to Contact: Donald Martin

Email: dvmartin@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2013 

Job Posted: 11/19

McKee Library

Lifeguard

Location/Department: Hulsey Wellness Center

Description/Duties: Surveillance of all swimming activities when pools are open, ensure that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed. Inspect pool facilities and equipment to ensure that they are safe and usable. Assist in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment. Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled.

Qualifications: Lifeguarding deep water certification.

Hours: 6:00AM - 9:00PM

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Tamara Ritterskamp

Hours: 3:15-5PM M&W

Email: tlritterskamp@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2857

Job Posted: 11/19

Hulsey Wellness Center

Group Swimming Instructor

Location/Department: Hulsey Wellness Center

Description/Duties: Teach swim lessons to levels Preschool 1 to Level 6 ages 3-14. Instructor orientation will decide level assignments and give instruction's on how to teach each level.

Qualifications: Like working with kids in water. No certifications needed.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing.

Hours: 3:15-5PM M&W

Person to Contact: Tamara Ritterskamp

Email: tlritterskamp@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2857

Job Posted: 11/19

Hulsey Wellness Center

Food Prep

Location/Department: Hulsey/Kayak

Description/Duties: Food Prep for The Kayak.

Qualifications: Must be a self-starter, able to work independently with the highest integrity, staying on task to complete all food ordered each day, packaging food for transport to The Kayak.  Must be able and willing to follow recipes as written.  Must work in a food safe environment at all times. Must be reliable. 

Hours: Shifts available are Sunday mornings 4-5 hr. shift.  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings between 2 and 3 hours. Morning hours to have food completed no later than noon. 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing - food service rates

Person to Contact: Cheryl Maguire

Email: cmaguire@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2592

Other: Please forward PDF copy of w25 Schedule to cmaguire@southern.edu for consideration.

Job Posted: 11/19

Hulsey/Kayak

LifeGroup Coach

Location/Department: Office of Ministry & Missions

Description/Duties:
Administrative

a. Attend weekly team Transformation Tuesdays (11am-12pm)

b. Attend OMM Fall Orientation & Retreat and Winter Retreat.

c. Assist in LifeGroup Orientation & GroupLink each semester.

d. Participate in all OMM events as described in the contract.

e. Serve as a Vespers Greeter as scheduled.

2. Essential Responsibilities

a. Serve four volunteer LifeGroup student leaders as a mentor.

i. Model spiritual fitness and facilitate meaningful worship experiences during weekly mentee meetings.

ii. Guide mentees through the process of launching, sustaining, and cultivating a spiritually transformative experience within their LifeGroup.

iii. Envision with mentees to help them develop new skills for spiritual leadership.

iv. Equip mentees with resources to lead well, and celebrate their efforts with affirmation and gifts.

b. Attend a minimum of one mentee LifeGroup meeting weekly.

3. Professional Development

a. Attend weekly team LifeGroup Coach meetings.

b. Meet weekly with LifeGroup Director.

c. Meet weekly with another LifeGroup Coach for peer support.

Qualifications: 

· Personal, intimate relationship with God

· Mentorship (formal & informal)

· Prior experience as a small group leader

· Interpersonal skills

· Time management skills

· Initiation, assertiveness, & responsibility

· Spiritual maturity

Hours: 8 Minimum; 12 maximum

Pay Rate: According to class standing

Person to Contact: Anna Bennett

Email: annabennett@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2441

Other: Submit an application here: https://form.jotform.com/240645708337056

Job Posted: 11/19

Office of Ministry & Missions

Food Prep

Location/Department: Kayak

Description/Duties: Food Prep for The Kayak.  Shifts available are Sunday mornings 4-5 hr. shift.  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings between 2 and 3 hours. 

Qualifications: Must be a self-starter, able to work independently with the highest integrity, staying on task to complete all food ordered each day, packaging food for transport to The Kayak.  Must be able and willing to follow recipes as written. Must work in a food safe environment at all times. Must be reliable. 

Hours: Morning hours to have food completed no later than noon. Shifts available are Sunday mornings 4-5 hr. shift.  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings between 2 and 3 hours. 

Pay Rate: Freshman, up to $9.75

Sophomore, up to $10.25

Junior, up to $10.50

Senior, up to $10.75

Person to Contact: Cheryl Maguire

Email: cmaguire@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2592

Other: Please forward PDF copy of w25 Schedule to cmaguire@southern.edu for consideration

Job Posted: 11/20

Kayak, Food Service