Job Description
Truancy Officer Triumph Public High Schools - 1.0 Laredo, TX Job Details Full-time $26,400 - $29,040 a year 6 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Filing High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS - LAREDO SOUTH
Job Title:
Truancy Officer Reports To:
Campus Principal FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Work Schedule:
Full Time, 220 Days Funding Source:
GRANT FUNDED
Location:
4620 South Lucy Ave. Laredo, TX 78046 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 a Truancy Officer at Triumph Public High Schools, you will provide assistance to campus personnel to include the attendance officer in interpreting and enforcing compulsory attendance laws and resolving truancy, excessive absences, and tardiness problems. Serve as campus liaison to parents, law enforcement agencies, and court personnel. Key Responsibilities Investigate cases of unexcused and excessive absences and tardies and enforce provisions of compulsory attendance laws, Board policy, and administrative regulations. Issue warnings; file complaints against students, parents, or individuals with parental control in accordance with compulsory attendance laws, Texas Education Code, and board policy; and refer to appropriate court. Confer regularly with attendance officer, teachers, counselors, student and family services coordinators (SFSC), principals, and other staff to identify problems of tardiness, attendance, and student Truancy. Maintain contact and act as liaison to local law enforcement agencies and courts in the area of student truancy. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including records of all cases investigated and reports required by the commissioner of education. Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of student attendance. This position may occasionally require work on Saturdays, during the summer, or travel within the State of Texas. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Valid Texas Driver's License Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English Ability to pass pre-employment fingerprinting and background check Preferred Qualifications Two years work experience in compliance, law enforcement, or with children or adults in a leadership role. 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. Pay:
$26,400.00 - $29,040.00 per year Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location:
In person
