student job board

Location/Department: Village Market Customer Service 

Description/Duties: 

• Efficiently checkout customers with their orders with a friendly, helpful behavior.
• Promptly assist customers with their questions and needs.
• Temporarily be a stand-in for the Customer Service office if assigned.
• Assist the other departments with their tasks during down-times if needed.
• Check for expired product around the registers when asked.
• Keep registers neat and organized throughout the shift.
• Perform light housekeeping duties around the registers, front eatery and foyer when assigned.

Qualifications: Must be able to lift and carry at least 30lbs or more with relative ease.
Must be punctual and reliable.
Must have a friendly, willingness-to-help attitude.
Must be able to follow directions well and work efficiently alone.
Must be able to perform basic math equations quickly and accurately.
Must be able to stand in place for an extended period of time.
Must be able to work accurately and in a fast-paced manner.
Previous retail and/or cashiering experience a plus, but not necessary.

Hours: Varies, based on department needs and student availability 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Cheryl Epps

Email:  cherylepps@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2301

Job Posted: 4/16

Location/Department: First Year Experience 

Description/Duties: The main role of the FYE student mentor is to help aid and assist the new students their first year here at Southern.

Duties include:

1) Regularly meeting with assigned mentees

2) Planning engaging monthly social activities

3) Attending weekly mentor meetings and southern connections class with freshmen

Qualifications: 

1) Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA

2) Be a sophomore or above for the 25-26 school year

3) Have a willingness and desire to help new incoming freshmen

4) Have self-motivation to get needed reports done

5) Display good time management and be timely to meetings and SC class

6) Have integrity and ethics in all work done

Hours: Hours depend on Southern Connections class size with the average mentor getting around 8-10 hours weekly.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Renita Moore

Email: jennakalenapeters@southern.edu

Other:  Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9-PKMv4Euz7wA0H_LkuQlvBSOP3QlpOr6dwBDjGIxagRj_A/viewform

Job Posted: 4/18

Location/Department: Accounting

Description/Duties: Provide customer service and assist the Accounts Payable Manager in the daily operations which include but are not limited to the following duties:

-Entering invoices into the A/P system

-Sorting invoices

-Scanning and filing check backup documentation -Stuffing envelopes -Helping to go over statements at end of month -Errand running -Various

Qualifications: Knowledge of Ellucian (Datatel Colleague), Microsoft Office, Adobe, Nolij and how to use a 10-key is a plus.

Hours: Varies during the school year with classes.  Summer workers are greatly needed.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Andy Compton

Email: acompton@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2820

Job Posted: 4/18

Location/Department: Student Support Services 

Description/Duties: 

• Customer Service: Greet visitors, students, and staff as they enter and exit the office suite, providing a friendly, professional, and approachable atmosphere.
• Information Assistance: Direct students to appropriate campus resources, such as Disability Support Services (DSS), counseling, tutoring, and other academic or student support services.
• Appointment Scheduling: Manage and maintain staff calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meeting times for staff members as needed.
• Phone Support: Answer incoming phone calls, provide information regarding office services, transfer calls to appropriate staff, and take accurate messages.
• Event Support: Assist with the planning and execution of events hosted by the office(s), ensuring smooth operations and providing support for event attendees.
• Office Maintenance: Keep the front desk and surrounding office area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies to maintain a professional environment.
• General Administrative Support: Assist with other office-related tasks and duties as assigned, including data entry, filing, and organizing materials.

Qualifications: 

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with a focus on customer service and creating positive interactions.
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn new skills and adapt to new tasks.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, both in appearance and communication, at all times.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn new software programs as needed.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and time management skills, able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborating with other student workers and staff members.
• Previous customer service or office experience is a plus, but not required.

Hours: Canidate with availability on Mondays needed

Pay Rate: Dependent upon Class Standing

Person to Contact: Nova Munselle

Email: nmunselle@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2069

Job Posted: 4/18

Location/Department: Housekeeping

Description/Duties: Working with a small crew to deep clean the Southern Student Apartments, getting them ready for the fall semester.

Qualifications: Has basic cleaning knowledge, can work both independently and within a group, is reliable and can be available throughout the summer.

Hours: Two four-hour shifts (morning and afternoon), workers can do one or both shifts so long as it is consistent.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Brooke Bridges

Email: brookebridges@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.787.9135

Job Posted: 4/21

Location/Department: Ledford Hall / Applied Technology

Description/Duties: Clean shop, do minor maintenance, wash cars, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Must be able to lift/carry 25-50 lbs on a regular basis, be willing and able to follow directions, be reliable, and be mechanically minded (to do maintenance repairs).  Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Hours: Varies but need to be able to work each day and work a minimum of 10 hours/week.  Preference will be given to someone who will be here over the summer.

Pay Rate: $8/hour

Person to Contact: Emiko Miyagi

Email: technology@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2863

Job Posted: 4/22

Location/Department: Village Market / Grocery

Description/Duties: Includes but is not limited to:
•       Stocking shelves with dry, refrigerated, and frozen products in an accurate and timely manner.
•       Fronting and blocking shelves to help maintain a neat and organized store image.
•       Looking for and removing expired items.
•       Helping with inventory tasks.
•       Assisting customers with friendly and courteous behavior.
•       When assigned, assisting with various other retail tasks such as aisle resets, tag replacements, and performing housekeeping duties when needed.

Qualifications: 

- Must be able to lift and carry at least 30lbs or more with relative ease.
- Must be punctual and reliable.
- Must have a friendly and willing-to-help attitude.
- Must be able to follow directions well and work efficiently alone.
- Must be able to work accurately and in a fast-paced manner.
- Previous retail experience a plus, but not necessary.

Hours: Hours discussed and determined within interviews. Employees can work up to 36 hours per week.

Pay Rate: Pay rate is based on class standing and previous work experience.

Person to Contact: Alexis Hamilton

Email: achamilton@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2301

Job Posted: 4/22

Location/Department: Ledford Hall  / Applied Technology

Description/Duties: Student Assistant helps set and take down for labs and helps build out lab rooms.
Essential Job Functions:
•       Clean up and organize lab room and warehouse
•       Construct things for lab
•       Maintain clean work area
•       Comply with all OSHA/EPA/Safety requirements
•       Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

Qualifications Knowledge/Skills:
•       Experience in construction and use of tools
•       Must be able to work alone and complete tasks
•       Must possess current and valid driver’s license
•       Ability to stand for long periods of time
•       Ability to lift 50-100 lbs on a regular basis

Hours: TBD

Pay Rate: TBD

Person to Contact: Andy Baker

Email: technology@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2567

Job Posted: 4/22

Location/Department: Adventure Program Dept.

Description/Duties: Those employed in this position will be responsible for assisting with the day to day running of Adventure Program’s summer day camp programs, WELLkids and RAD Camp. Duties include but are not limited to… Childcare for ages 8 - 16 Supervise drop off and pick up of campers Facilitate games and activities for campers as provided by the director Facilitating Challenge course activities Raft and Canoe Guiding Lifeguarding Rock Climb belaying/instruction Cave guide (both on and off campus) Facility Maintenance and repair Gear organization, repair, and care Customer service interactions Camper parent interaction Provide high quality customer service at all times Any other tasks director deems necessary for position.

Qualifications: 

Essential skills and requirements for the job are… Age 18 or older
- Attend pre camp training week
- Obtain site specific challenge course training (signed off by ACCT Course Manager)
- Be certified in a minimum of 2 and willing to work towards obtaining more (certified in more than 2 preferred).
     - Have obtained or be working towards ACCT lvl 1 Facilitator
           - “Working towards” being defined as having been instructed on procedure and logging experience hours
               under supervision of qualified facilitator (level 2 or higher)
     - Lifeguarding certification
     - Cave Guide (site specific)
     - Belay Trained (signed off by Single Pitch Instructor or ACCT Manager)
     - Rock Climbing rigging and instruction by Single Pitch Instructor
     - Swift Water Rescue Course: lvl 4
- Attend training and show proficiency in Raft and Canoe guiding
- Keep meticulous log of all work or trips staffed as well as training attended/acquired

Hours: Maximum Summer Student Worker Hours

Pay Rate: $9 per hour

Person to Contact: Tyler Hedges

Email: thedges@southern.edu

Office Phone: 443-903-9496

Job Posted: 4/22

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

Pay Rate: Based on class standing and experience 

Person to Contact: Joseph Hyde

Email: Josephhyde@southern.edu 

Job Posted: 4/24

Location/Department: Marketing and University Relations 

Description/Duties: Assist the Digital Engagement Manager in planning and creating content for social media, as well as recording analytics for various university social media platforms.
Tasks may include conducting interviews, writing copy for posts, creating short social media videos, brainstorming content ideas, covering events, and creating reports.

Qualifications: 

• Familiar with popular social media platforms
• Basic understanding of Southern’s brand
• Comfortable in Adobe Photoshop
• Comfortable with being on camera
• Confident conducting interviews
• Ability to write for various social media audiences and platforms
• Available to attend certain campus events as needed outside of regular office hours
• Creative, responsive, organized, flexible, and professional
• Preferred: basic photography and videography skills

Hours: 10-15

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Joseph Hyde

Email: josephhyde@southern.edu

Other: Joseph Hyde Email resumé and portfolio or any samples of previous relevant work (social media campaigns, writing, photography, and/or videography) to Josephhyde@southern.edu

Job Posted: 4/24

Location/Department: Marketing and University Relations 

Description/Duties: The Digital Asset Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization, management, and distribution of images. This role ensures that all digital assets are easily accessible, properly categorized, and securely stored, enabling efficient use by internal teams and external partners. The Digital Asset Manager plays a critical role in maintaining brand consistency, optimizing workflows, and supporting the marketing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of the Digital Asset Management system.
• Ensure that the system is up-to-date, user-friendly.
• Catalog and organize digital assets, ensuring they are properly tagged.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure all assets are accurately categorized, up to date,
• Archive outdated or unused assets according to company policies.

Qualifications: 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools, including cloud storage platforms and other digital asset management tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve

Hours: 8-10

Pay Rate: Class Standing

Person to Contact: Joseph Hyde

Email: Josephhyde@southern.edu

Other: Must be able to work at least one hour every week day. 

Job Posted: 4/24

Location/Department: Landscape Services

Description/Duties: May include mowing, weeding, weed eating, planting, mulching, and general landscape jobs.

Qualifications: Want to work outside in the great outdoors!  A knowledge of landscape work is a plus, but not a requirement.  A good driving record is required for those who drive.

Hours: Our shifts are Monday-Thursday, 8-12 and 1-5, and Friday, 8-12.  A minimum of four hours per shift is required during summer hours.

Pay Rate: According to class standing and equipment experience.  It includes a $1.00 more per hour for the summer with a bonus possible at the end of the summer.  This job pays a higher wage and will be discussed during the interview.

Person to Contact: Dee Dee Boyce

Email: dboyce@southern.edu

Other: Please come to the Landscape Office on Park Lane and fill out an application.

Job Posted: 4/24

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: Summer 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: servicedept@southern.edu

Email: Bernetta Shockley and Stephanie Hewitt 

Other: Please address email to Bernetta and Stephanie 

Job Posted: 4/24

Location/Department: Disability Support Services in the Bietz Center 

Description/Duties: 

• Create, sort, organize, and update files.
• In keeping with FERPA, HIPPA and Southern Adventist University 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: Looking for Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings 8 am -12 pm 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing and experience 

Person to Contact: Jahnil Ancheta

Email: jahnilm@southern.edu

Job Posted: 4/25

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: Based on class standing, Potential for raises based on performance and length of tenure.

Person to Contact: Leeah Christ

Email: christl@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423-236-2010

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

Job Posted: 4/30

Location/Department: Mailing and Purchasing Services

Description/Duties: Quick Print is Southern’s dedicated resource for on-campus printing services, supporting the university community and local clients. We are seeking a friendly, organized, and motivated student to join our customer service team. If you enjoy working in a retail office environment and helping people, this is the job for you!

Qualifications: 
Answer phones and assist clients with inquiries.

Greet walk-in clients and provide excellent customer service.

File paperwork, send emails, and support basic office operations.

Assist with day-to-day tasks to ensure smooth workflow in the print shop.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Professional, punctual, and self-motivated.

Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to new processes.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

A positive attitude and a willingness to join in casual conversations about movies, cats, and candy is a plus!

Hours: Flexible – Quick Print office hours are 8am-5pm Monday through Thursday and 8am-12pm on Fridays.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Erin Cook

Email: erincook@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2336

Job Posted: 4/30

Location/Department: Hackman Hall/Religion 

Description/Duties: The student researcher will examine historical sources such as classical, early church fathers, reformation, and early mainline and evangelical writings to find where they agree with Adventist biblical interpretation.
Once a writing section has been identified, the source material will be photographed and/or purchased. The researcher will write a concise summary of the material, which can then be consolidated into a book that will be published and can be used by Adventist pastors and lay people in evangelism.

Qualifications: Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student Good research and writing skills 

Hours: 10-25 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Alan Parker

Email: parker@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2683

Job Posted: 4/30

Location/Department: Hackman Hall School of Religion / ERC Missions 

Description/Duties: We believe that once a follower of Christ sees that God can use them to share His word, they will be a missionary for life. We organized short mission trips during fall and winter, and summer.

ERC Missions Studio Helps record and edit training videos, promos, interviews, etc.

- Be able to work scheduled hours during the week.

- Able to work at evening and weekends when needed it.

- Work hours could fluctuate based on projects.

- Care for equipment and take inventory.

Qualifications: 

Basic knowledge of filming (lighting, framing, sound)

- Knowledge of video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects)

- Knowledge of video stream (Zoom & Ecamm Live)

- Film major + but not required.

- Knowledge on Photoshop & Canva

Hours: 7+ a week

Pay Rate: Based on class standing with, a continuous service rate increased after two semesters. Possible bonus at the end of the semester based on individual performance. All our ERC team members have access to an incentive for an ERC-sponsored mission trip. $8.50

Person to Contact: Alex Castillejos

Email: alexcastillejos@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/5

Location/Department: Village Market/Vitamins 

Description/Duties: -Repack bulk herbs using scales and stock shelves with Vitamin department products in a correct and timely manner.

-Accurately front and block shelves to help maintain a neat and organized store image.

-Look for and remove expired items. Help with inventory tasks as assigned.

-Assist customers with a friendly and courteous behavior and direct them to the Vitamins manager when needed.

-Perform housekeeping duties within the department (sweeping, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing) when assigned.

Qualifications: -Must be able to lift and carry at least 30lbs or more with relative ease.

-Must be punctual and reliable.

-Must have a friendly, willingness-to-help attitude.

-Must be able to follow directions well and work efficiently alone.

-Must be able to maintain a high level of work accuracy and in a fast-paced manner.

-A desire to pursue and/or learn about natural wellness products is strongly preferred.

-Previous retail experience a plus, but not necessary.

Hours: Hours will be set based on availability and department needs.

Pay Rate: Minimum $8.25/hr

Person to Contact: Lisa Reynolds

Email: vmvitamins@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/5

Location/Department: First Year Experience 

Description/Duties: July 14 through August 22 we are needing a few current students that are willing to help new students get acclimated to campus life. Activities will include campus tours, study sessions, social activities etc.

Qualifications: Smart Start mentors need to be students that have already been on campus and have learned how to be a successful and engaged student in campus life.

Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week, hours will vary due to various activities on campus. training, attending Jump Start/Smart Start classes will be a part of the hours as well.

Pay Rate: Based on grade level and experience.

Person to Contact: Renita Moore

Email:  renitak@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2575

Job Posted: 5/5

Location/Department: First Year Experience 

Description/Duties: These are the duties during the school year:

• Manage assigned case load
• Participate in weekly Student Support Team meetings
• Assess need for services and develop Individual Service Plan (ISP) with the student
• Connect student(s) to appropriate services/resources
• Monitor the student’s progress toward achieving goals identified in the ISP
• Maintain up to date documentation/case notes
• Assist with intervention programs for special populations

Summer duties include all of the above when needed, but also student advising with new incoming students building their schedules.

Qualifications: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Customer service minded
• Familiar with campus resources
• Organized, self-starter, critical thinker
• Work efficiently alone and with a team
• Documentation of case notes
• Professional and leadership qualities
• Ability to connect with students
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality
• Proficient with MS Office with ability to learn other programs

Hours: Part-time to full-time hours available in the summer, up to 24 hours available during the school year 

Pay Rate: Based on grade level and experience.

Person to Contact: Renita Moore

Email: renitak@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2575

Job Posted: 5/5

Location/Department: IT

Description/Duties: Work with the Infrastructure team on projects related to switches, servers, wiring, telephone, software, and other networking activities to improve Southern’s infrastructure.

Qualifications: Knowledge of computers and how they connect to networks. Programming and scripting are a plus. Willing to learn and do other tasks assigned.

Hours: Hours: available from 8-5. Must be able to work at least 10 to 15  hours a week in 3-hour blocks.

Pay Rate: $10.00 an hour. Potential for higher pay rate based on experience and class standing.

Person to Contact: Derek Sherbondy

Email: dereks@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2711

Job Posted: 5/6

Location/Department: Village Market 

Description/Duties: 

• Update product prices in computer and replace old shelf tags with new ones when available
• Audit prices using scanner on the aisles
• Take note and inform the Price Control Manager which products need tag/sign replacements
• Assistance with various other tasks as needed

Qualifications: 

• Must be at least a Junior enrolled at Southern Adventist University and, at minimum, be in good standing
• Must have strong accuracy and attention to detail skills
• Must have good computer skills and operating system comprehension, specifically with Windows PCs
• Must be able to work effectively & efficiently on their own
• Previous job experience strongly preferred

Hours: Up to 12 hours per week

Pay Rate: minimum $9.5/hr. 

Person to Contact: Margarita Sanchez

Email: margaritas@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2301

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: IT

Description/Duties: Create and encode ID cards, answer and direct IT support calls.

Qualifications: Must have good people skills and the ability to learn new applications and methods.

Hours: M-TH 8-5 (lunch from 12-1)

F  8-12

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Michael McClung

Email: mike@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2677

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Plant Service

Description/Duties: Clean and fix small units, change air filters 

Qualifications: We can train 

Hours: 7:15-12 Monday-Friday

Pay Rate: $10.00

Person to Contact: Kim Sturm

Email: kasturm@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2291

Job Posted: 5/9

Location/Department: Plant Service

Description/Duties: Prep and paint apartments and academic buildings 

Qualifications: Training provided.

Hours: 7:15-12 Monday-Friday

1-5 Monday-Thursday

Pay Rate: $10.00

Person to Contact: Kim Sturm

Email: kasturm@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2291

Job Posted: 5/9

Location/Department: Marketing and University Relations 

Description/Duties: Assist the Digital Engagement Manager in planning and creating content for social media, as well as recording analytics for various university social media platforms.
Tasks may include conducting interviews, writing copy for posts, creating short social media videos, brainstorming content ideas, covering events, and creating reports.

Qualifications: 

• Familiar with popular social media platforms
• Basic understanding of Southern’s brand
• Comfortable in Adobe Photoshop
• Comfortable with being on camera
• Confident conducting interviews
• Ability to write for various social media audiences and platforms
• Available to attend certain campus events as needed outside of regular office hours
• Creative, responsive, organized, flexible, and professional
• Preferred: basic photography and videography skills

Hours: 8-10

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Joseph Hyde

Email: Josephhyde@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2687

Job Posted: 5/9

Location/Department: Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) 

Description/Duties: 

• Research and write mental health–related articles for publication in the school newspaper.
• Record detailed notes at weekly QEP meetings and distribute them via email to all student team members and QEP Director Danah Snedden.
• Collaborate with team members to gather information, ensure accuracy in content, and align with the overall QEP messaging.
• Work with the design team to integrate visuals or infographics where needed.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications: 

• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with email and digital communication platforms.
• Passion for mental health topics and a commitment to the QEP mission.

Hours: Flexible 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Danah Snedden

Email: danahs@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2783

Job Posted: 5/9

Location/Department: Plant Service

Description/Duties: Keeping warehouse and surrounding areas organized and clean.  Helping technicians as needed.

Qualifications: be able to work well with other students and have a good attitude 

Hours: 

7:15-12 Monday-Friday

1-5 Monday-Thursday

Pay Rate: $10.00

Person to Contact: Kim Sturm

Email: kasturm@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2291

Job Posted: 5/9

Location/Department: Wright Hall / Advancement 

Description/Duties: The Campus Call Center Agent serves as a key liaison between the university and its students, parents, and community.
This position supports multiple departments through phone campaigns and administrative tasks while offering opportunities to enhance communication and office skills. Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, and customer service-focused, with a desire to grow in a professional office environment.

Duties:

• Inbound Calls: Assist callers by researching each caller’s unique inquiry and providing clear effective solutions.
• Outbound Calls: Participate in assigned calling campaigns.
• Perform data entry tasks.
• Provide support for special events as needed by the Advancement team.
• Meet call center quality and quantity targets.
• Assist student managers with daily tasks.

Qualifications: 

• Previous customer service experience
• Strong phone and verbal communication skills, with active listening capabilities.
• Flexible and collaborative, able to work well with others.
• Ability to multi-task, manage time effectively, and set priorities.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Being bilingual is a plus.

Hours: Summer Hours:

Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00AM to 12PM
A minimum of 15 hours per week is required (optional - up to 38 hours per week).

Pay Rate: Starting at $8.50/hr (Pay rates vary based on class standing and experience)

Person to Contact: Janel Anderson

Email: janela@southern.edu

Office Phone: 432.236.2555

Job Posted: 5/13

Location/Department: Advancement - Alumni Relations 

Description/Duties: The Social Media Assistant will work closely with the Alumni Relations team to create and implement a strategic plan for the Alumni Association’s social media accounts and to manage these accounts. In this role, the selected candidate will help create content and implement campaigns to increase followers and engagement across various social media platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Pitch ideas for engaging content, carry out interviews with alumni, and write stories/copy for posts.
• Create a weekly communication schedule for Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram accounts.
• Contribute picture and video content.
• Manage the Alumni Association Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts in close partnership with the Alumni Relations team.
• Update and accurately enter alumni information into the database.
• Assist with special projects, events, and other duties as needed.

Qualifications: 

• A passion for Southern, proven copywriting skills, ability to set clear goals and be self-motivated, basic phone photography and video skills, and demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Candidates should submit samples of their previous work to ctorres@southern.edu

Hours: 4-6 hours a week during regular business hours 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing

Person to Contact: Cheryl Torres

Email: ctorres@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2830

Other:  We're hiring this position for the 25-26 school year. 

Job Posted: 5/13

Location/Department: Information Technology 

Description/Duties: 

• Develop ad hoc and end-user reports for various departments on campus
• Participate in building and maintaining custom software solution for the university
• Perform quality assurance testing for various application enhancements/new systems
• Be prepared to accept other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Friendly and patient attitude when working with non-technical users
• Strong troubleshooting skills and detail-oriented
• Familiar with various browsers—IE, Firefox, and Safari both in Windows and Mac environments
• Preferable knowledge of Transact-SQL, Report Builder, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Preferable knowledge of OnBase Studio, Unity Form, and Workflow
• Preferable knowledge of programming languages and web/mobile development tools and platforms
• Punctual and regular in meeting work schedule
• Ability to work in a team environment

Hours: Varies, based on department needs and student availability 

Pay Rate: Dependent upon Class Standing

Person to Contact: Herdy Moniyung

Email: hemoniyu@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2735

Job Posted: 5/13

Location/Department: The Garden

Description/Duties: Preparation of ingredients and assembling of menu items as instructed by the Chef. Duties include but not limited to vegetable preparation, salad and wrap assembly, and working closely with the Chef to prepare the “meal of the day.”

Qualifications: Skills needed: efficiency, team mindset, ability to follow and execute verbal instructions. 

Past work experience in a kitchen preferred but will also train as needed.

Please send resume to mpickens@southern.edu

Hours: As Available during SMART START session Work Positions Available 8am-8pm Monday-Thursday (During Regular in School session) 8am-2pm Friday (During Regular in School Session)

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Maggie Pickens

Email: mpickens@southern.edu

Office Phone: 706.809.3714

Job Posted: 5/16

Location/Department: The Garden

Description/Duties: Should be able to work independently to follow recipes such as muffins, brownies, vegan cheesecakes, sheet cakes, cinnamon rolls, cookies etc. Experience in baking is required, and a demonstration of skills may be requested. Example: picture portfolio and baking an item to share with the Chefs. 

Qualifications: Past experience in baking vegan goods, efficiency, team mindset, ability to follow and execute verbal and written instructions. 

Hours: As available for SMART START session 7am-9:30am Monday-Friday (Regular School Session) 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Maggie Pickens

Email: mpickens@southern.edu

Office Phone: 706.809.3714

Job Posted: 5/16