off-campus positions

Location/Department: Ooltewah United Methodist Church

Description/Duties: Sunday Morning Childcare Workers help create a safe, welcoming, and joyful space for our youngest kids while parents and caregivers attend worship. This role includes checking children in, playing with them, helping with simple activities or stories, serving snacks (if applicable), and showing Christ’s love through patience, kindness, and care. Sunday mornings are calm, relational, and focused on making kids feel secure and loved, often it’s their first experience of church!Wednesday Night Childcare Workers help create a safe, fun, and faith-filled environment for kids while parents attend classes. This role includes caring for children through play, crafts, games, and a short, age-appropriate Bible lesson. Wednesday nights are relaxed, relational, and joyful,very similar to Sunday programming, with an emphasis on helping kids feel known, welcomed, and excited to be at church.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older (or adjust if you allow youth helpers) Lives locally or within a reasonable driving distance of the church Available to serve regularly on assigned days Willing to be scheduled during holidays and summer months when programming is offered Enjoys working with children and creating a safe, welcoming environment Dependable, punctual, and able to communicate well with families and staff Able to follow church safety policies and complete required background checks and training.

Hours: Sunday mornings from 8:15 to 12:15, Wednesday Nights from 5:40pm to 7:15pm (Paid for 2 hours)

Pay Rate: $15/hr

Person to Contact: Trinity Lambert

Email: tlambert@ooltewahumc.com

Office Phone: 423-834-1749

Job Posted: 2/4

Location/Department: Ooltewah

Description/Duties: Load 25-30 storage boxes a miscellaneous items such as mini fridge, mirror, and baskets from a basement to a U-pack space.

Hours: 1-2 hours depending on number of people, ideally 2 people.

Pay Rate: $55 per person/flat rate

Person to Contact: Natalia Mendez

Email: nmendez7812@gmail.com

Office Phone: 954-892-9136

Other: Moving dates are March 23-27th

Job Posted: 2/17

Location/Department: East Brainerd, Chattanooga 15-20 mins from Southern 

Description/Duties: Looking for someone to come and clean our small basement apartment weekly. 2-4 hours a week with possibility for more hours on different home or yard projects.

Qualifications: Detail oriented. Must be ok with pets. I provide all needed supplies. I am pretty laid back and flexible on times and days, but would like to get someone reliable 

Hours: 2-4 plus possibility for more with other home projects 

Pay Rate: $15/hr

Person to Contact: Brianne Bakland

Email: 14brianne@gmail.com

Office Phone: 706.218.2360

Job Posted: 2/20

Advertising Sales Executive

Are you ready to build a career in media and marketing? WDEF-TV, the CBS affiliate in Chattanooga, is looking for a driven and enthusiastic Advertising Sales Executive to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll help local businesses share their stories through powerful advertising solutions — from CBS broadcast television and streaming to digital marketing under the ChartLocal umbrella.

We take a client-first, consultative approach, meaning you’ll work closely with small to mid-sized local businesses to understand their goals and create custom strategies that deliver results. If you’re a great communicator, love learning, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with local business owners to develop and present customized marketing campaigns across TV, WDEF.com, mobile apps, and digital platforms.
• Build strong, long-term relationships by understanding client needs and helping them reach their target audiences effectively.
• Service and grow an existing list of clients while prospecting for new business opportunities.
• Coordinate commercial production and ensure advertising campaigns run smoothly and accurately.
• Collaborate with internal teams on campaign strategy, scheduling, and performance tracking.
• Stay informed on local market trends, consumer insights, and emerging advertising tools.
• Represent WDEF at community and station-sponsored events to strengthen client and brand connections.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• A self-starter with curiosity and confidence to learn new things quickly.
• Comfortable meeting with business owners, listening to their needs, and crafting creative solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, etc.) experience with CRM systems is a plus, but we’ll train you!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Hands-on training in both traditional and digital advertising.
• The chance to represent one of Chattanooga’s most trusted local media brands, WDEF-TV / CBS 12.
• A supportive sales team that values collaboration, creativity, and growth.
• Uncapped earning potential with base pay plus commission.
• The opportunity to make a real impact by helping local businesses and our community grow.

About WDEF-TV / CBS Chattanooga

WDEF-TV has been a trusted voice in the Tennessee Valley for over 75 years. As the CBS affiliate serving the Chattanooga market, WDEF is home to award-winning local news, sports, and community programming. Our team is passionate about delivering meaningful content and innovative advertising solutions that connect local businesses to local audiences. Together with ChartLocal, our full-service digital marketing division, we offer the best of both worlds — traditional broadcast reach and cutting-edge digital strategies that drive measurable results.  Send resume to WDEF-TV, Human Resources Department, 3300 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408 or e-mail to hr@wdef.com. EOE M/F/D/V Background/Drug Screening.

Job Posted: 2/20