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What they do
A School Secretary provides administrative support in schools by keeping and maintaining school records and performing a range of routine clerical tasks within the school.
$35,303 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Attendance Clerk
Liberty-Eylau Independent School District
Liberty-Eylau Middle School - Texarkana, Texas This job is also posted in Esc Region 8 Consortium Job Board, and Liberty-Eylau Independent School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5911185
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Provide reception and clerical assistance for the efficient operation of the campus office. Maintain accurate attendance records for the campus.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school or GED
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
Ability to use personal computer and software to develop or maintain spreadsheets and databases
Proficient word processing and file maintenance skills
Knowledge of basic accounting principles
Ability to follow written instructions
Ability to operate multi-line phone system
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Three years clerical experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Reception and Phones
Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.
Greet and direct campus visitors.
Assist parents in checking students in and out of school.
Assist with the receipt and distribution of student materials, including homework and AEP work requests.
Maintain visitor log and issue visitor passes.
Attendance
Collect and enter attendance and PEIMS data into established database and verify accuracy of according to established procedures.
Prepare and print attendance reports.
Call parents to verify student absences as needed.
Report all attendance problems to designated administrator.
Other
Maintain computerized files using personal computer, including student discipline records.
Provide clerical assistance as needed.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used:
Personal computer, printer, calculator, copier, fax machine, and shredder.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress. Repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required