Attendance Officer

TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS - LAREDO NORTH
Job Title: Attendance Officer

Reports To: Campus Principal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full Time, 220 Days
Funding Source: Regular
Location: 1230 Townlake Dr. Laredo, TX 78041

Our Mission

Triumph Public High Schools provides quality educational programs in a community-based, non-traditional setting where teachers are encouraged to be creative and innovative, and students are empowered to explore their full potential.

About Us

Triumph Public High Schools is a Texas-based, tuition-free, public charter high school with 9 schools operating in the State of Texas. Founded in 1990 by Mr. Eduardo Gutierrez and operating as The Student Alternatives Program, we rebranded in 2019 to Triumph Public High Schools. We specialize in serving high school students who are placed at-risk in completing their high school education. We believe that every student can and will succeed and we are there to help them every step of the way. When you start here, you triumph here!

Position Overview

Triumph Public High Schools is seeking a dynamic, dedicated and passionate individual with a heart to serve and educate at-risk youth and young adults. As an Attendance Officer at Triumph Public High Schools, you will support student success by monitoring, improving, and enforcing school attendance while working closely with students, families, and staff to remove barriers that prevent students from coming to school.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily attendance, identify patterns of absenteeism or tardiness, and ensure accurate reporting and documentation
• Work with students, families, and staff to identify causes of absences and develop plans to improve attendance
• Communicate with parents regarding attendance concerns, compulsory attendance laws, and required interventions
• Maintain attendance records, reports, and case documentation in compliance with TEA and charter requirements
• Support campus operations and student engagement through front office support, student check-in, and participation in outreach activities

This position may occasionally require work on Saturdays, during the summer, or travel within the State of Texas.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to pass pre-employment fingerprinting and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• College credit or coursework in criminal justice, education, or a related field
• Experience working in a school, charter school, or dropout recovery program
• Experience with Texas attendance and truancy laws
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Compensation

• Annual Salary Range: $26,400 - $29,040 (based on a 220-day work schedule)
• Salary placement is based on education, experience, and credentials
• Salary is prorated from the effective date of hire

(Equivalent to approximately [$120 - $132] per workday, depending on placement.)

Benefits

• Up to 82% employer-paid employee health insurance (for Employee Only coverage)
• Vision, dental, and life insurance options
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System (TRS)
• Paid time off for full-time staff
• $20,000 life insurance for each employee
• Time Off in alignment with the academic calendar
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Wellness and Recognition Programs

Application Information

Not all applicants will be interviewed. Selected candidates will be required to complete an online application prior to the interview process.

Triumph Public High Schools is an Equal Opportunity, Drug-Free Workplace Employer.