Attendance Secretary

Job Title: Attendance Secretary
Exemption Status: Nonexempt
Reports to: Whitney Tarrant, Principal
School: North Elementary

Primary Purpose:
Maintain accurate attendance records for the campus. Under close supervision, perform data entry including student attendance.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets and databases, and do word processing
Proficient in keyboarding, 10-key numerical data entry, and file maintenance
Ability to meet established deadlines

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Records and Reports

1. Collect and enter attendance and PEIMS data into an established database and verify accuracy according to prescribed procedures.
2. Assist parents, students, and faculty with questions regarding student attendance.
3. Contact parents/guardians to verify student absences as needed and report attendance problems to designated administrators.
4. Compile, maintain, file, and distribute all reports, records, and other documents as required following established procedures.

Other

1. Assist in the campus office as needed.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress