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Our nation’s largest and most decorated battleship, the Battleship New Jersey is a non-profit museum and memorial on the Camden Waterfront, NJ. The Battleship offers tours, group packages, educational programs, memberships, event rental space and overnights.  Become a part of this fantastic team!

Current Listings

Please see the list of available positions below. Fill out the Battleship New Jersey job application by clicking the button below and attach your resume with three professional references.

Please direct applicant inquiries to employment@battleshipnewjersey.org.

Available Positions
Position: Facilities Custodian (Part-Time / Full-Time)
Position Overview

We’re seeking dependable candidates for Facilities Custodian roles. The custodian helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across all visitor and staff areas, including tour routes, offices, restrooms, the Visitors Center, and museum grounds. The role also supports the Overnight Encampment Program, which hosts youth and group stays aboard the ship.

Responsibilities
  • Clean, sanitize, and restock all public and staff areas throughout the ship and facilities.
  • Maintain sleeping quarters and restrooms used by Overnight Encampment guests.
  • Assist with event setup and breakdown, ensuring spaces are clean and organized.
  • Work evenings and weekends as needed, including overnights and special events.
  • Perform light landscaping around the Visitor Center and parking areas.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Prior custodial or janitorial experience preferred
  • Dependable, punctual, and able to follow verbal and written instructions
Qualifications
  • Work is performed indoors and outdoors, and is subject to variable temperatures, including hot, cold, damp, or drafty and dependent upon extreme weather conditions, and shipboard location.
  • Must be able to navigate a historic naval vessel, including steep stairs, ladders, narrow passageways, and metal decks.
  • Must be able to lift to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including standings, walking, bending and climbing.
  • Must be able to work weekends, as well as day-time and night-time schedules.
Location

Battleship NJ Museum & Memorial
Camden, NJ

Availability

Immediate

Compensation

The pay rate is $20.00 /hr. This is a non-exempt position. In addition, this position may be eligible for the following benefits.

  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
  • Paid time off, holidays
Applicant Inquiries
  • Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial
    62 Battleship Place (100 Clinton Street – GPS) Camden, NJ 08103
  • Attention: Jay Jones
    J.Jones@battleshipnewjersey.org
Position: Guest Services Associate
Position Overview

Guest Services Associates are the frontline ambassadors of the Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial, ensuring every visitor feels welcomed, informed, and valued. This role blends customer service, sales, and operational excellence across all visitor touchpoints — including admissions, retail, membership, and events

Responsibilities

Associates are cross-trained in ticketing, store operations, membership processing, and basic administrative duties. They are expected to maintain professionalism, accuracy, and initiative while representing the highest standards of hospitality and integrity.

Location

Battleship NJ Museum & Memorial
Camden, NJ

Availability

Immediate

Compensation

The pay rate is $19.50 /hr. This is a non-exempt position. In addition, this position may be eligible for the following benefits.

Applicant Inquiries
  • Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial
    62 Battleship Place (100 Clinton Street – GPS) Camden, NJ 08103
  • Attention: Steven Fernandez
    S.Fernandez@battleshipnewjersey.org
Employer Information
Employer Background

The Home Port Alliance for the USS New Jersey. Inc. (Home Port Alliance) is the organization responsible for the restoration and management of the Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial, our country’s largest and most decorated Battleship. The Home Port Alliance is a private non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees. We are a unique blend of history, education, entertainment and hospitality. While historic preservation and restoration are key missions, exhibition and tourism are integral to funding our goals. This translates to having both a non-profit museum and a fun-filled family attraction. The USS New Jersey battleship is a key attraction along the Camden waterfront on the Delaware River.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Battleship New Jersey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Located in the City of Camden, New Jersey

Camden is a city in Camden County, New Jersey and is located directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Camden waterfront holds three tourist attractions: the USS New Jersey, the Freedom Mortgage Concert Pavilion, and the Adventure Aquarium. The city is the home of Rutgers University–Camden, which was founded as the South Jersey Law School in 1926, and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, which opened in 2012. Camden also houses both Cooper University Hospital and Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center. Camden County College and Rowan University also have campuses in downtown Camden. Photos and more are available here: https://camdeninvincible.com/

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical/prescription programs, a 401K program, company paid life insurance, voluntary supplemental life and ADD options, vacation, sick and holiday time off.