off-campus positions

Location/Department: 9515 Lee Hwy Ooltewah,

Description/Duties: We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Retail Sales Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be the face of our store, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive shopping experience for all customers. You will assist with product demonstrations, manage inventory, and contribute to the overall success of our retail operations.

- Provide outstanding customer service by greeting customers and assisting them with their needs.

- Operate the Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions, including cashiering and cash handling.

- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor through effective merchandising and stocking practices.

- Conduct product demonstrations to enhance customer engagement and drive sales.

- Utilize retail math skills to manage inventory levels and assist in stock management.

- Upsell products by effectively communicating features and benefits to customers.

- Exhibit strong phone etiquette when handling customer inquiries or concerns via phone.

- Ensure compliance with store policies and procedures while maintaining a safe shopping environment

Qualifications: 

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers.

Experience in retail sales, preferably in a grocery store environment.

Familiarity with basic math concepts for accurate cash handling and retail math applications.

Ability to perform merchandising tasks, ensuring products are displayed attractively.

Experience in supervising staff is a plus, fostering teamwork within the store.

Proficient in upselling techniques to maximize sales opportunities.

Knowledge of product demos to enhance customer understanding of merchandise. Join our team as a Retail Sales Associate where your contributions will help create an enjoyable shopping experience for our customers!

Hours: 10 hours weekly

Pay Rate: $13

Person to Contact: Abby

Email: abby@catalogue-collection.com

Other: Please reach out by email

Job Posted: 9/30

Location: Poplar Creek Spa

Description/Duties: Poplar Creek Spa in Collegedale, just 2 miles from SAU campus, is seeking licensed massage therapists to join our supportive, drama-free team.
We provide hourly W2 pay, Saturdays off, and a positive environment that values balance, growth, and teamwork.
Be part of a highly professional team committed to natural care, renewal, and exceeding expectations in every guest experience. www.poplarcreekspa.com/careers

Qualifications: A Tennessee massage license is required to work as a massage therapist in Tennessee. However, for the right candidate, we will consider assisting with transferring a license from another state and/or even sponsoring you through massage school.

Hours: Sundays 9:30-5:30 and weekday evenings until 8:30pm are our biggest need, but we do also have some need for weekdays during the day. We are closed on Saturdays and close at 4pm on Fridays.

Pay Rate: Starts at $20/hour

Person to Contact: Emily Simmons

Email: emily@poplarcreekspa.com

Other: Owner and SAU alum Emily Simmons ('03) attended massage school prior to coming to SAU, and appreciated having the higher-paying job as she worked her way through college. Contact us today!

Job Posted: 9/30

Location/Department: LEAD

Description/Duties: Door-to-door distribution of books in the Chattanooga area. This is teamwork guided by an experienced leader. Books, bags, radios, training, and transportation are provided. We meet people wherever they are, pray for them, and offer books for donation. More details on www.southern.edu/lead

Qualifications: Experienced canvassers are welcome.
New canvassers will be trained.
You don't need any previous experience.
Motivation for the mission is the key. 

Hours: Available shifts are:

Sunday 2-6 pm

Monday - Thursday 3.30 - 7.30 pm

Pay Rate: Students make 50% from the sales. Usually $15+

Person to Contact: Agustin Fontana

Email: canvassing@southern.edu

Office Phone: 787.226.5190

Job Posted: 9/30

Location/Department: Ooltewah Residence

Description/Duties: *NOTE--this position is only for a student that lives in are around the Collegedale/Ooltewah area during November/December/January months*
-attentive childcare
-facilitate educational learning activities such as crafts, games, outdoor play etc.

Qualifications: 
*Must live in the local area and be able to work during the months of November/December and January *Must be available for weekend evenings (Friday/Saturday and Sunday evenings)
*This position is for nanny support during holiday months as our current nanny travels home during SAU student breaks

Hours: Very flexible, willing to work around your schedule
5-10 hours a week now through Thanksgiving break
15-25 hours a week during break months (end of Nov/all of Dec/1st half of January)

Pay Rate: $18-$24 an hour

Person to Contact: Crystal Burney

Email: mrsb1220@gmail.com

Office Phone: 423-779-8912

Other: No phone calls please! All interested candidates should text or email with your 1st & last name along with a contact number where you can be reached.  Thanks.

Job Posted: 10/6

Location/Department: Ooltewah

Description/Duties: 
Assess player's abilities and create practice sessions that would improve skills by teaching fundamental strokes, footwork and strategies.
Provide constructive feedback. 
Ability to communicate with parents and foster a productive learning environment for the student.
Develop innovative ways to assist a moderate beginner in skill development.

Qualifications: Previous tennis experience required, candidates don't need to be expert level, but would need to have some experience playing in matches.

Hours: Very flexible; willing to work around another job and your school schedule one hour a week or two 30 minute sessions a week.

Pay Rate: $30 per practice session

Person to Contact: Crystal Burney

Email: mrsb1220@gmail.com

Office Phone: 423-779-8912

Other: All interested candidates should inquire via text or email, no phone calls please! Thank you.

Job Posted: 10/15

Location/Department: WDEF-TV in Chattanooga, TN

Description/Duties: Duties include but are not limited to punching and calling a fast-paced newscast, running audio, graphics, lighting, studio camera, teleprompter, editing and managing media. 

Qualifications: Successful candidates will have a minimum of two years’ studio experience or college-related courses.
Candidates must be capable of working evenings, weekends, and mornings.
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: 10/23

Location/Department:
WDEF-TV / CBS Chattanooga – Sales Department

Description/Duties:
• Develop and present customized marketing campaigns for local businesses across TV, WDEF.com, mobile apps, and digital platforms.
• Build long-term client relationships by understanding business needs and helping them reach target audiences.
• Service and grow an existing client list while prospecting for new business.
• Coordinate commercial production and ensure campaigns run smoothly and accurately.
• Collaborate with internal teams on campaign strategy, scheduling, and performance tracking.
• Stay informed on market trends, consumer insights, and new advertising tools.
• Represent WDEF at community and station-sponsored events.

Qualifications:
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter with curiosity and eagerness to learn.
• Comfortable meeting with business owners and creating solutions to their marketing needs.
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Basic computer skills; CRM experience is a plus.

Pay Rate:
Base pay plus commission (uncapped earning potential)

Person to Contact:
Marchie Stoker

Office Phone:
423-785-1200

Other:
• Hands-on training in traditional and digital advertising
• Collaborative team that values creativity and growth
• Opportunity to support the local business community

Job Posted: 10/28

Location/Department: Hamilton Co.

Description/Duties: 
Housekeeping service, in business for over 17 yrs, is looking for additional help. We provide the basic house cleaning to every home; as well as meeting each homes particular specifications.

While cleaning is an “easy job”, the new employee needs to be ready to work, sweat, and take instruction.

Qualifications: 
Friendliness is vital. Most home owners are looking for someone they can be friends with.
Attention to detail, attention to detail, attention to detail.
Professional experience is not necessary; however, the potential new employee should know how to clean a house.
Your own reliable Transportation.

Hours: The schedule is slightly flexible, but all within regular business hours.

Pay Rate: $15-25/hr

Person to Contact: Tara Tate

Email: Ttate814@gmail.com

Office Phone: 423-243-7245

Job Posted: 10/28

Description/Duties: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented part-time Office Clerk to support our daily administrative operations. This position is designed for students who want to gain valuable office experience while balancing their academic schedule.

Responsibilities
Perform basic clerical tasks such as filing, data entry, photocopying, and scanning documents.
Answer and direct phone calls or emails in a professional manner.
Assist with maintaining office records and organizing files.
Support staff with scheduling, mail distribution, and other administrative duties.
Ensure office supplies are stocked and report when restocking is needed.

Qualifications: Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Basic computer skills (MS Office, email, internet).
Good written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
Reliability and attention to detail are a must.

Hours: To be Discussed

Pay Rate: $20 per hour

Person to Contact: Angel Hugo

Email: ahugo@remaxchoiceproperties.com

Office Phone: (423) 648-8209

Other: Benefits
Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments.
Opportunity to gain hands-on administrative and office experience.
Friendly and supportive work environment.
Competitive hourly wage.

How to Apply:
Interested students should submit a resume.

Job Posted: 10/29

Location/Department: McDonald TN, about a 15-20 min drive from the university.

Description/Duties: 

Pay Rate: $12 each time the person drives out to our place to come feed the kitties and take them into our shed in the evening, and feed them, and let them out of the shed in the morning.

Person to Contact: Elmamarie Heldzinger

Email: deh1983@icloud.com

Job Posted: 10/29

Location/Department: East Brainerd

Description/Duties: Organizing, unpacking, mopping, vacuuming, shampooing carpet, cleaning kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, dining room, den, porches, garage etc.

Qualifications: I would prefer a couple of work and personal references.  You would need your own transportation.

Pay Rate: $12/hour

Person to Contact: Tina Payne

Email: tedpayne@msn.com

Office Phone: 423-208-1474

Job Posted: 10/29