Clerk III SY26/27

Applitrack; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

NJ Pension (PERS)

Flexible pre-tax benefits

Job summary

Camden City School District is seeking a Clerk III to provide administrative support and serve as a liaison with stakeholders. The role emphasizes English communication, calendar management, budget monitoring, and translation assistance.

The position requires a high school diploma (associate's or bachelor's preferred), clerical and customer service experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Starting salary spans 42,697 to 64,050 with full benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Fluency in English; bilingual Spanish preferred and willingness to translate
• Clerical and customer service experience required
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service to all internal and external stakeholders, including covering reception and phone duties, as needed, in English
• Manage the administrators' calendar, schedule appointments and events and correspondenceincludinganswering incoming phone calls, emails, and letters (as needed); prepare logistics for meetings
• Enter requisitions and monitor the school/team budget
• Organize and support school or team events, providing oral translation services as needed
• Manage school or team paperwork for field trips, permission forms, etc.
• Translate basic school documents, including permission forms, newsletters, and flyers/posters
• Data processing using computer systems
• Candidate will be required to perform a hiring exercise in English before being deemed qualified and selected for the position. Candidates who indicate bilingual on application will be expected to completed the hiring task in languageindicated to ensure language proficiency.
• Support projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisor's designee

Skills

English fluency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Clerical experience

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree strongly preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Budget management programs

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Camden City School District

• Date Posted:
  9/29/2026
• Location:
  Camden City School District

Clerk III
(bilingual preferred but not required)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Clerk III. The Clerk III will play a key role in school and central office team operations by providing general administrative support and interactions with stakeholders.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university strongly preferred
• Fluency in English (Bilingual: Spanish preferred)(speak, read, and write; and translate from Spanish to English and English to Spanish)
• Clerical and customer service experience required
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Major roles and responsibilities include:
• Provide outstanding customer service to all internal and external stakeholders, including covering reception and phone duties, as needed, in English
• Manage the administrators' calendar, schedule appointments and events and correspondenceincludinganswering incoming phone calls, emails, and letters (as needed); prepare logistics for meetings
• Enter requisitions and monitor the school/team budget
• Organize and support school or team events, providing oral translation services as needed
• Manage school or team paperwork for field trips, permission forms, etc.
• Translate basic school documents, including permission forms, newsletters, and flyers/posters
• Data processing using computer systems
• Candidate will be required to perform a hiring exercise in English before being deemed qualified and selected for the position. Candidates who indicate bilingual on application will be expected to completed the hiring task in languageindicated to ensure language proficiency.
• Support projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisor's designee

CORE COMPETENCIES

An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following and/or have experiences with:

• Excellent oral and written communication abilities in English
• A willingness to go above and beyond to do whatever it takes to achieve strong results
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and budget management programs
• Ability and desire to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Flexible, optimistic approach; committed to overcoming challenges
• Integrity and reliability in all interactions
• Commitment to the success of all Camden students
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
• Prompt and outstanding attendance

CORE COMPETENCIES

An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following and/or have experiences with:

• Excellent oral and written communication abilities in both English and Spanish
• A willingness to go above and beyond to do whatever it takes to achieve strong results
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and budget management programs
• Ability and desire to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Flexible, optimistic approach; committed to overcoming challenges
• Integrity and reliability in all interactions
• Commitment to the success of all Camden students
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
• Prompt and outstanding attendance

Physical Demands:
The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear for extended periods for various tasks.
• Use hands and arms to reach, handle, and operate tools, computers, or controls.
• Lift and carry items necessary for job performance.
• Use close, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and adjust focus as needed.

The following environmental conditions are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses.
• Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Work performed in heated, air-conditioned, ventilated facilities.
• Moderate to high at times, noise level especially during school hours, assemblies or events.
• Frequent interruptions from calls, walk-ins and urgent requests.
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents, instructional materials, and equipment-related chemicals.

Additional Information

• School Principal, Central Office Team Leader, or another administrator as designated
• School Principal, Central Office Team Leader, or another administrator as designated
• Salary Range: Clerk III Salary Guide
• Employment Period: Twelve-month,tenurable position
• Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (PERS)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation

Starting Minimum Salary: $42,697.00

Starting Maximum Salary: $64,050.00

Residency Requirement

Under New Jersey's "New Jersey First Act" (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7), all employees of New Jersey public school districts must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment. Candidates must already reside in New Jersey or establish residency within the required timeframe after hire. Current employees who were hired on or before September 1, 2011areexemptfrom this requirement and may continue to reside outside the state. In limited circumstances, applicants may request a residency waiver through the state's Employee Residency Review Committee if they can demonstrate critical need or hardship; approval is not guaranteed.

THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)