School district officials joined city leaders Monday to announce a handful of new "community benefit agreements" that will — in part — give Camden residents employment opportunities.

Under the plan, city-based renaissance schools will commit additional resources to family programming and give preference to local residents for jobs and other contracts.

"Today's agreements are another positive step forward in this important mission and build on the significant work renaissance schools already have underway," said Superintendent Paymon Rouhanifard. "I appreciate the educators and the community leaders coming together to support these opportunities that will benefit students, families, and residents all over Camden."

Renaissance schools KIPP, Mastery and Camden Prep will guarantee an interview with city residents who are qualified to fill open positions. The renaissance schools will also offer adult education classes, including financial literacy workshops and legal seminars.

Click here for more details on the new community benefits: http://www.nj.com/camden/index.ssf/2016/02/how_camden_schools_plan_to_employ_city_residents.html?mc_cid=a8fe09143f&mc_eid=a5bc36bb72