2026-27 Clerk, Data Processing

McAllen Independent School District; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen Independent School District maintains student attendance records, enters PEIMS information, and assists with student registration on a campus office team. The role supports smooth campus operations through independent work and accurate data handling.

The position requires strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and effective English/Spanish communication. It entails routine data entry, documentation, and collaboration with parents and staff on daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computers and related software.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in English and Spanish orally and in writing preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the registration and withdrawal of students.
• Post enrollment, withdrawals and attendance in the computer on a daily basis.
• Verify student attendance and other data with campus/district personnel on a periodic basis.
• Document, reconcile and maintain student data.
• Maintain a written log of student enrollment, withdrawals and absences.
• Maintain records of excuses of student absences.
• Maintain contact with parents, district personnel and outside agencies regarding student data.
• Enter and update PEIMS information (students).
• Generate reports as required or requested by campus, district, state or federal personnel.
• Assist with student records.
• File and store all necessary documents for safekeeping and future use.
• Input and maintain OCR data.
• Code LEP/Bilingual/ESL students.
• Enter and update report card data/progress reports.
• Assist other office staff as appropriate - principal’s secretary, nurse, receptionist; answer phones/administer medication to ill students.
• Enter discipline data into the computer.
• Assist students, teachers and parents as needed.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Skills

Computers and software

Bilingual English/Spanish

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Maintain student attendance records; enter and update PEIMS information; assist with student registration; work independently and perform work of a general office nature that assists with the smooth operation of the campus

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge of computers and related software
• Ability to communicate effectively both in English and Spanish orally and in writing preferred
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Minimum of (2) two years of general office experience, preferably in a public education environment

Days: 212

Hourly Pay Range:

• Minimum: $16.25
• Maximum: $22.43

Note: Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Coordinate the registration and withdrawal of students.
• 2. Post enrollment, withdrawals and attendance in the computer on a daily basis.
• 3. Verify student attendance and other data with campus/district personnel on a periodic basis.
• 4. Document, reconcile and maintain student data.
• 5. Maintain a written log of student enrollment, withdrawals and absences.
• 6. Maintain records of excuses of student absences.
• 7. Maintain contact with parents, district personnel and outside agencies regarding student data.
• 8. Enter and update PEIMS information (students).
• 9. Generate reports as required or requested by campus, district, state or federal personnel.
• 10. Assist with student records.
• 11. File and store all necessary documents for safekeeping and future use.
• 12. Input and maintain OCR data.
• 13. Code LEP/Bilingual/ESL students.
• 14. Enter and update report card data/progress reports.
• 15. Assist other office staff as appropriate - principal’s secretary, nurse, receptionist; answer phones/administer medication to ill students.
• 16. Enter discipline data into the computer.
• 17. Assist students, teachers and parents as needed.
• 18. Maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• 19. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• 20. Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, typewriter, copiers, fax machine and other office machines

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Reading; ability to get along with people; patience in dealing with parents and small children; maintain emotional control under stress; working with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Repetitive hand motions; prolonged sitting and use of computer; occasionally lifting and/or move up to 45 pounds and over; frequent standing, walking and bending