Attendance Clerk

Job Description Job Title: Attendance Clerk Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade 3: Non-Exempt Administrative Support Dept./School: Assigned Campus Initiated Date: January 21, 2003 Revised Date: May 15, 2017 District Primary Purpose: To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement. Department Primary Purpose: Assure that correct attendance counts are made on a daily basis. Qualifications Education/Certification: High School Graduate/GED or Higher Experience/Knowledge: Ability to type with reasonable accuracy a minimum of 50 words per minute Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation Proficient in modern office methods and procedures Knowledge of statistical and records‑keeping principles and procedures Ability to follow oral and written instructions Basic accounting principals Major Responsibilities and Duties Knowledgeable in accounting procedure of student attendance and regulations based on state law, Board Policy, and administrative regulations. Confer regularly with the campus attendance offices regarding attendance matters. Work closely with teachers, school nurse, guidance counselor and administrators to improve students who have infrequent attendance. Contact parents of students who are absent and keep log of all calls made to parents. Inform attendance offices of the attendance patterns of chronic offenders. Summarize daily attendance reports and compile monthly reports for submission to principal. Audit enrollment, attendance, and transfer records as necessary to assure compliance and sound principles of accounting for student attendance. Maintain confidentiality. Perform all other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); maintain emotional control under stress. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer. Work with frequent interruptions. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting. POSITION WORKING DAYS: 192 Days Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Position Type Position Type: Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr