Government Services Officer

CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including health

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A community college in New Jersey seeks a Government Services Officer (GSO) who will play a vital role in public safety duties including monitoring campus areas, assisting the public, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and prior experience in public safety or military service is preferred. The position offers flexible part-time hours at a competitive pay rate of $17/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one-year experience in public safety preferred.
• Certification in CPR, NARCAN, and First Aid necessary.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct the public.
• Monitor designated areas using various techniques.
• Conduct building inspections and report hazards.

Skills

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Effective communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook

Education

High school diploma or GED required

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice preferred

Job description

Camden County College (CCC) is a leading two-year community college with campuses in Blackwood, Cherry Hill and Camden, New Jersey. In addition, the college operates a Regional Emergency Training Center to educate and train police and fire academy professionals as well as a partnership with the Joint Health Sciences Center in the Camden City educational hub. The college is proud of its status as a Hispanic-serving and military-friendly institution. As a leading employer in the region, CCC offers dynamic opportunities for educators, academic leaders, and professionals who are passionate about shaping the future of education and workforce development. Joining CCC means becoming part of a mission-driven institution that values diversity, innovation, and excellence. Our faculty and administrative teams are dedicated to student success, academic rigor, and community engagement, making CCC an exciting and rewarding place to work. Choose CCC for competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement and tuition assistance.

Location

County

Department

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Days and Hours

Part-Time; Flexible Schedule Required

Job Description

Government Services Officers (GSO) report to, and are under the supervision of, the Director of the Government Services Division for Camden County College. Their duties include, but are not limited to, greeting and directing the public, crime prevention, protection of life and property, access control, investigation, enforcement of policies and procedures for Camden County College and the County of Camden. GSO employees will become entirely familiar with the policies, procedures, orders, regulations, and equipment of the specific site assigned to as needed to execute assigned responsibilities in accordance therewith. All decisions and actions relating to security and safety shall be in accordance with approved College policies, Government Services Division procedures and relevant supervisory direction. GSO employees must demonstrate and promote a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

• Ability to work directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Maintain an acceptable level of order, control and safety at assigned sites.
• Monitor designated sites/areas, both interior and exterior, utilizing a range of techniques such as foot patrols, walking stair towers, utilizing handheld radios, and operating security cameras.
• Detect and prevent violations of site policy and state laws and report same to appropriate authority.
• Conduct building inspections and report hazards promptly by notifying proper authorities.
• Escort visitors to designated areas as necessary.
• Participate in access control screening, identification checks, investigations, building searches, dire drills and other similar functions, as needed.
• Render first aid and other medical assistance as required to your level of expertise or as directed by medical professionals.
• Respond to all calls for service and critical incidentsَع necessary, effectively assisting site staff and emergency personnel.
• Follow orders and assignments from appropriate authority in a cooperative, timely and effective manner.
• Welcome, assist and respond to all inquiries from others in a friendly, helpful and professional manner.
• Ensure a standard of superior customer service to all who are encountered in the course of performing duties.
• This position description outlines the general nature and level of work assigned to individuals who function in this job. This description is not exhaustive; employee must perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalency required – Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• Minimum of one-year experience in the Public Safety field, emergency services or military service preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively distributors.
• Certification in CPR, NARCAN and First Aid, or obtain certification during probationary period.
• Proficient in computer skills relevant to effective report writing and information exchange including Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Special Instructions for Applicants

Published Salary Range

$17/hr

Job Open Date

01/14/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Category

Temporary

Application Types Accepted

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• * Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
  • No Response
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Other Document
• Resume

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