Attendance Clerk

Attendance ClerkThe Attendance Clerk is responsible for providing comprehensive clerical and administrative support to ensure the accurate recording, monitoring, and reporting of student attendance data. This position plays a critical role in supporting daily school operations by maintaining student records, assisting with enrollment and withdrawal processes, and ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal attendance policies. The Attendance Clerk serves as a key point of contact for students, parents, staff, and the community, delivering professional customer service while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and data management skills, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced school environment.Minimum qualifications include a diploma in business office technology or equivalent; minimum of two years of clerical experience in a school office or related setting; experience handling sensitive and confidential student information; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace; knowledge of student information systems is preferred; and such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.Skills and abilities include strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse groups; excellent organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail; ability to collect, sort, prepare, scan, and maintain documents for efficient recordkeeping; ability to maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential records in compliance with policies; ability to multitask and prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment; working knowledge of office equipment and standard clerical procedures; ability to work independently and as part of a team.Performance responsibilities include greeting and interacting effectively with students, parents, staff, and the general public using professionalism, tact, and good judgment; providing clerical and secretarial support to school administrators and staff as assigned; receiving, screening, and routing incoming telephone calls; taking accurate messages and providing information when appropriate; maintaining accurate daily attendance records, including data entry, verification, and reporting; following up on attendance discrepancies and communicating with parents/guardians regarding absences and documentation; enrolling new students, preparing cumulative folders, and requesting records from previous schools; processing student withdrawals and transfers in accordance with district procedures; inputting and updating student information for transfers within and outside the school system; maintaining and organizing student discipline records and related documentation; assisting with the preparation, processing, and distribution of report cards and other student records; supporting teachers and staff by assisting with instructional materials and clerical tasks as needed; maintaining filing systems (electronic and paper) to ensure accessibility and compliance; assisting in ensuring smooth and efficient front office operations by providing clerical support where needed; adhering to all district policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements (including FERPA guidelines); and performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.Work environment/physical requirements include the ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the classroom for extended periods of time; ability to occasionally lift or move instructional materials and classroom supplies (up to approximately 25 pounds); ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and assist young students as needed; work is performed primarily in a classroom environment with moderate noise levels typical of a school setting; and requires frequent interaction with students, staff, and families throughout the school day.Reports to: PrincipalSalary range: Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, in accordance with the DCSS Compensation GuideApplication deadline: Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by July 29, 2026. Interested applicants should apply online. The Dougherty County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability.