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Location/Department: Visual Art & Design

Description/Duties: ● Create and refine 3D character models using industry-standard techniques
● Develop character rigs and skeletal systems for animation production
● Maintain organized file structures and follow naming conventions
● Assist with technical documentation and tutorials for character setup processes
● Create rig training/walk through for animators 

Qualifications: ● Must be a Computer Animation major
● Completion of Character Design course OR extensive technical animation background
● Proficient in Autodesk Maya for modeling and character rigging
● Strong understanding of anatomy and character proportions
● Knowledge of skinning, weight painting, and deformation techniques
● Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
● Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
● Portfolio demonstrating character modeling and rigging work 

Hours: 10-24

Pay Rate: Based on class standing and experience level

Person to Contact: Zach Gray

Email: zcgray@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2088

Other: ● Portfolio showcasing character modeling and rigging work
● Resume highlighting relevant coursework and experience
● Available start date and preferred work schedule

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: McKee Library

Description/Duties: 

The Library Student Assistant provides essential customer service to library patrons, including students, faculty, staff, and community members, while supporting daily library operations.
This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, responsible, and friendly college student who enjoys working in an academic environment. 
It is expected that any applicants will be willing to go above and beyond to ensure the daily functioning of the library runs smoothly, all patrons are helped to the best of their ability, and a quiet studying environment is maintained, which may mean addressing peers. 
Potential for promotion.

Qualifications: 

Customer service

Computer competency

Organization and attention to detail

Ability to see a job through to the end

Strong communication and interpersonal skills Able to handle confronting peers 

Hours: The library's operating hours are: Sunday/noon-11pm, Monday-Thursday/7:30am-11pm, and Friday/7:15am-2pm.  Employee shifts must be 2 hours or longer in length.  All times of day are needed.

Pay Rate: A dollar more than class standing base pay.  FR: $8.25/hr, SO: $8.75/hr, JR: $9.00/hr, SR: $9.25/hr.  Potential for raises based on performance and length of tenure.

Person to Contact: Leeah Christ

Email: christl@southern.edu

Other: Application Link: https://southern.libwizard.com/f/application

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria

Description/Duties: We are looking for team members with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Vending Team. 

Our Vending Team work hard to fill the vending machines around the campus after gathering the snacks and drinks from the Cafeteria stock room.  They are delivered by driving the golf cart between the Cafeteria and the designated buildings to be restocked. Our Vending Team needs help Sunday through Friday afternoon.

It is hard but rewarding work since many people benefit from this service and the machines are emptied often. This position is a position where you will often work independently so strong work ethic and integrity are a must.

This is a moderate to fast-paced position because of the wide popularity of the vending services.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We are glad to train a willing learner.

Qualifications: 

• Must be sophomore or above
• Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Must be self-motivated and responsible
• High integrity and dependable
• Ability to work hard and lift up to 50 lbs.

Hours: Hiring all shifts between 8am – 4pm pm  Sunday - Friday.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We 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: 

• Organization skills and eye for neatness – or willing to learn
• Ability to Attention to detail
• 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: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We are striving to operate a top-notch food service facility and are seeking team members with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team.  This position is part of the arms and legs of our department – making beautiful food to be delivered in the serving area.

Our Cook Team has a wide variety of responsibilities.  They include: 

• Prep & cook hot foods - recipes and instruction will be provided
• Cutting, breading, scooping dishes, etc.
• Cook and warm food using steamer, kettles, grill, and deep fryer
• May include keeping decks full and clean during meal times and putting food away afterwards.

You will be working directly under a cook supervisor who will assign the various needed tasks for the moment.

This can be a very fast-paced position, especially at peak meal times.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We will train you!

Qualifications: 

• Must be able to listen and follow instructions & recipes promptly and well
• Patience and attention to detail are important as this job often entails repetitive tasks.
• Must follow Food Safety guidelines

Hours: Hiring for all shifts between 5:30 am and 5:00 pm 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We are looking for a team with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Dining Room Cleaning Team to help keep the Dining Area sparkling clean and welcoming for our guests.

The responsibilities include:

• Vacuuming the floor
• Straightening all chairs
• Washing & drying tables
• General cleaning of designated areas

This is a slightly more relaxed pace than most of our other positions.  Previous experience is a benefit, but not necessary since we are glad to train. 

Qualifications: 

• Have a good attitude and willingness to learn
• Self-motivated and ability to stick to the task until completion
• Ability to seek ways to do the job better and faster
• Have an eye for detail
• Have a team spirit but be able to work alone
• Must follow sanitation guidelines for Food Service

Hours: Hiring all shifts between 10:00am and 6:30pm 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

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: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We strive to operate a top-notch food service facility.  We are looking for someone with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team.  This position is part of the arms and legs of our department – making beautiful food to be delivered in the serving area.

Our Salad Team has a wide variety of responsibilities.  They include: 

• Prepping cold foods
• Stocking salad bar and grab go coolers
• Prepping and keeping dessert bar full
• Stocking drink coolers

You will be working directly under a salad supervisor who will assign the various needed tasks for the moment.

This can be a very fast-paced position at peak meal times.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We are glad to train a willing learner.

Qualifications: 

• Must be able to listen and follow instructions & recipes well.
• Patience and attention to detail are important as this job often entails repetitive tasks.
• Must follow Food Safety guidelines

Hours: Hiring all shifts between 7am and 7pm.  

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We are looking for a warehouse team with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Support Team.  This is the backbone of our department since the production team cannot do their work without supplies and they need to find items quickly and easily.

Every Tuesday and Friday morning our stocker puts away food and supplies that are delivered to Cafeteria from truck deliveries and placing them neatly in the stock room, refrigerator, or freezer.  Also on Thursday afternoons.  

This position also involves straightening and keeping the stock rotated, organized, and the areas neat and clean. 

This is a moderate-paced position working alone or with a supervisor.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We are glad to train a willing learner.

Qualifications: 

• Professional work-ethic
• Proficient in organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-directed and motivated
• Ability to do heavy lifting
• Able to do extended work in cold temperatures (freezer – a great place to work on a hot day!)

Hours: Tuesday and Friday mornings (6am-11am). Plus 1 or 2 afternoons during the week. 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We strive to operate a top-notch food service facility.  We are looking for someone with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team.  This position is part of the arms and legs of our department – making beautiful and tasty treats to be delivered in the serving area.

Our Prep Team has a variety of responsibilities that include:

• Prep baked goods
• Dip donuts, frost cakes, slice bread and cakes, etc.
• Take prepped desserts to salad department
• Follow instructions of head baker

Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of proper machine usage and safety techniques are crucial in this position. We will train you in all of this.
• Must follow Food Safety guidelines

Hours: 5:30 am–1:30pm - Minimum two-hour shifts

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We strive to operate a top-notch food service facility.  We are looking for someone with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team.  This position is part of the face of our department – the part the guests see.

Our Expeditor(some places call them “runners”) will stock steam tables with hot food from the production area, keep the serving area neat, clean and stocked with supplies.

This is a fun position for “being in the thick of things!” - meeting and greeting our guests while keeping food stocked This can be a very fast-paced position at peak meal times.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We will train you!

Qualifications: 

• Good customer service skills are a must – courteous & smiling face
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment during peak meal times
• Attention to safety is a must
• Attention to details & cleanliness
• Must follow Food Safety guidelines

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

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of the semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/29

Location/Department: Cafeteria

Description/Duties: We are looking for team members with a great attitude and work ethic to join our Cafeteria Customer Service Team.

 This is a super important job as no one can do their work without a clean facility in which to work in.

This position may involve working alone or with a supervisor. 

This is a more moderate-paced position but requires a responsible person who has a keen eye for detail. 

Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We are glad to train a willing learner.

Qualifications: 

• Must be available to work after hours starting at 6:00pm
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be self-motivated and responsible
• Follow sanitation practices of Food Services

Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-4pm or after 6pm

Pay Rate: Based on class standing plus an end of semester bonus!

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/3

Location/Department: Transportation

Description/Duties: Fuel vehicles, check for damages, check for lost and found items, detailed cleaning of all types of vehicles (inside and outside), and maintain a clean workspace.

Qualifications: Communication skills, punctuality, knowledge of all different types of vehicle operations, and knowledge of thorough detailing of vehicles.

Hours: Any hours from 7:30 am to 5 pm. Closed for lunch from 12 pm - 1 pm 

Pay Rate: $10/hr.

Person to Contact: Christina Hall

Email: christinahall@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/6

Location/Department: English/History & Political Studies Department 

Description/Duties: *Grade and record assignments and exams 
*Upload assignments and other class materials to eClass 
*Assist the professor and students as needed 
*Be punctual and trustworthy 
*Light cleaning of their own workspace as well as the professor's office 
*Willing and available to work until grades are entered at mid-term and finals 
*Help with office work as needed

Qualifications: * Sophomore or Junior Preferred (looking for someone able to continue for at least a school year

* Honest and hardworking

* Excellent computer skills required (eClass, MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel)

* Able to manager time without constant supervision

* Attention to detail

* Good judgement and reasoning skills

* Organizational abilities (time and workspace)

* Display good people skills

* Excellent work ethic

Hours: at least 10 hours

Pay Rate:  Based on Class Standing

Person to Contact: Wanda Barber

Email: wbarber@southern.edu

Other: The position will begin Fall Term 2025

Job Posted: 6/6

Location/Department: Admissions

Description/Duties: Assist Applications and scholarship manager with processing applications and transcripts, print decision letters, check admissions po box, process test scores 

Qualifications: Student at Southern, hard-working, detail oriented, reliable, punctual 

Hours: Must be available to work a minimum of 10 hours a week during normal office hours. Up to 20 hours.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Mary Farley

Email: maryfarley@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2212

Job Posted: 6/6

Location/Department: School of Social Work 

Description/Duties: Assist professors with grading, tracking attendance, supporting research activities, helping with social events, maintaining a tidy office space, and contributing with Christmas decorating, among other tasks.

Qualifications: Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva) Excellent communication skills Ability to do accurate, detailed work Self-motivated Trustworthy Willingness to learn new tasks 

Hours: Minimum 6 hours per week, up 15 hours per week depending on student schedule.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Michelle Clinton

Email: mclinton@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2775

Other: Please email me @ mclinton@southern.edu your resume and a minimum of two references.

Job Posted: 6/17

Location/Department: Feed My Sheep Food Pantry - School of Social Work 

Description/Duties: Collecting food orders from the Chattanooga Food Bank, Publix, and Dollar General each Monday morning
Conducting inventory assessments, engaging with clients to assist them in selecting food items Restocking shelves, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the pantry
Assisting at the booth during Main Event, and performing additional tasks as necessary.

Qualifications: Must be reliable, a self-starter, able to get along with others, personable, and able to converse with clients and store personnel, able to lift up to 40 lbs. This position requires confidentiality as you are dealing with clients.  
MUST BE 21 and able to drive a Southern vehicle. 

Hours: MUST BE AVAILABLE ON MONDAY MORNINGS 8-12,   Other hours during the week as agreed upon. 

Pay Rate: $12

Person to Contact: Michelle Clinton

Email: mclinton@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2775

Other: Please email me a resume and your work hours availability. 

Job Posted: 6/17

Location/Department: Service Department located in 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: SmartStart hours are Monday -Thursday 8a-12p and/or 1p-5p and Friday 8a-12p
Fall hours are Sunday 9a-12p, Monday-Thursday 8a-8p (3hr blocks) and Friday 8a-12p 

Pay Rate: Depends on Class Standing

Person to Contact: Bernetta Shockley/Stephanie Hewitt

Email: servicedept@southern.edu

Other: Please address email to Bernetta Shockley and Stephanie Hewitt

Job Posted: 6/18

Location/Department: School of Nursing 

Description/Duties: Grade quizzes and assignments, files completed papers in student files, posts grades on E-class, checks research papers for APA style consistency, occasionally uses Survey Monkey, assists Office Manager, LRC Coordinator, Faculty Support Secretary and professors as needed with general office duties. 

Qualifications: Minimum 3.0 GPA in college classes, non-nursing major, prefer freshman or sophomore who anticipates staying for at least 2 more years, ability to handle details with accuracy and efficiency, must maintain strict confidentiality, prioritize work appropriately, be dependable and flexible, cheerful attitude.

Hours: Flexible. Will work with students' schedule. 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Jenifer Anderson, Office Manager

Email: andersonjenifer@southern.edu

Other: Please email your resume and class schedule to email above.

Job Posted: 6/24

Location/Department: School of Nursing 

Description/Duties: Grade quizzes and assignments, files completed papers in student files, posts grades on E-class, checks research papers for APA style consistency, occasionally uses Survey Monkey, assists Office Manager, LRC Coordinator, Faculty Support Secretary and professors as needed with general office duties. 

Qualifications: Minimum 3.0 GPA in college classes, non-nursing major, prefer freshman or sophomore who anticipates staying for at least 2 more years, ability to handle details with accuracy and efficiency, must maintain strict confidentiality, prioritize work appropriately, be dependable and flexible, cheerful attitude.

Hours: Flexible. Will work with students' schedule. 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Jenifer Anderson, Office Manager

Email: andersonjenifer@southern.edu

Other: Please email your resume and class schedule to email above.

Job Posted: 6/24

Location/Department: CK2

Description/Duties: Prep veggies, manage stations such as sandwich, grill or cashier.
Make grab n gos as needed

Qualifications: Be a team player and enjoy people in a fast pace environment 

Hours: hours vary according to your schedule..need to work 6 hours a week.

Pay Rate: $9.25/hr freshman starting out and up per class standing

Person to Contact: Mandy Starr

Email: mstarr@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.2362398

Other: Please email your fall 2025 schedule to mstarr@southern.edu for more information!

Job Posted: 6/27

Location/Department: CK2

Description/Duties: Stocking the shelves, vending machines and stations. 

Qualifications: A willingness to work with others! 

Hours: Mornings or Afternoons 2-3 hours a couple days a week Also needs to be available to work 2 shifts a month on weekends. Sunday morning or afternoon

Pay Rate: $9.25/hr freshman starting out and up per class standing

Person to Contact: Mandy Starr

Email: mstarr@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.2362398

Other: Please email your fall 2025 schedule to mstarr@southern.edu for more information!

Job Posted: 6/27