Administrative Assistant- Attendance and Campus Safety Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire
Tallo's Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant position at SAU 39 Souhegan Cooperative High School involves overseeing student attendance, building access, and supporting the Dean of Students & Campus Monitor. Qualifications include a High School Diploma, proficiency in student information systems, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to student safety. This full-time role requires clear communication, discretion, and collaboration within a team-oriented environment.
Job Description
Administrative Assistant
- Attendance and Campus Safety
SAU 39
Souhegan Cooperative High School - Amherst, New Hampshire Job Details
Job ID:
5071586
Application Deadline:
Jun 25, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Apr 1, 2025
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2025
Job Description
Please apply online at SAU39.org
Position:
Administrative Assistant
- Attendance & Campus Safety
Contract Period:
School Year (183 days)
Reports To:
Dean of Students and Principal Supervises:
None
Position Goal:
To oversee student attendance, building access and support the Dean of Students & Campus Monitor
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by law. (RSA 189:13-a) Required Skills
- Proficiency with or ability to quickly learn student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool) and other digital tools.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
- Clear and professional communication skills across phone, email, radio, and in-person interactions.
- Ability to support and reinforce expectations for student behavior and attendance in a positive and student-centered manner.
- High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive or confidential information.
- Dependability and initiative, with consistent demonstration of positive work habits.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Commitment to student safety, well-being, and inclusion.
Other Preferred Skills and Considerations - Experience working in a school or student-centered environment.
- Prior experience using PowerSchool or other school-based attendance and data platforms.
- Familiarity with school safety protocols, emergency operations, or crisis response procedures.
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Evaluation:
Performance of position responsibilities will be evaluated annually in accordance with the approved administrative
procedure for staff evaluation.
General Duties:
- Oversee student attendance management
- Monitor attendance phone line and email; communicate with families regarding attendance-related matters.
- Accurately document absences, tardies, and dismissals in PowerSchool.
- Oversee and issue attendance, tardy, and truancy notifications.
- Manage daily student sign-in/out procedures, including for tardies, early dismissals, and off-campus privileges.
- Communicate with teachers about attendance, including sports dismissals and follow-ups.
- Compile and share attendance data for student support teams.
- Provide main office/student service communication support as needed.
- Support the execution of evacuation and lockdown drills.
Monitor Building Access and Support Campus Safety - Manage the main entrance and ensure controlled building access.
- Register and track all visitors; receive and manage materials/items dropped off for students.
- Facilitate radio communication with administration and the district emergency channel.
- Relay urgent maintenance needs to custodial staff.
- Provide coverage for the school nurse as needed to support student safety and well-being.
- Coordinate with the bus company on general and specialized transportation needs.
- Manage staff and student parking assignments, permits, and related communications.
Other professional responsibilities - Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of Students or Principal.
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism;
- Demonstrate positive work habits by showing initiative, cooperation, dependability, efficiency, and productivity
- Follow the guidelines of confidentiality as established by the school district
- Attend and participate in relevant training sessions, meetings, and professional growth activities as requested/required
- Perform in a professional manner when interacting with students, parents, faculty, administration, and co-workers
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Standing:
Frequent Lifting:
Occasional/Frequent•
Walking:
Frequent Bending/stooping:
Occasional/Frequent•
Sitting:
Frequent Reaching:
Occasional/Frequent•
Driving:
Infrequent/Rare Push/Pull:
Occasional/Frequent
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and employees will also perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor(s).
Position Type:
Full-time