Attendance Specialist

Gilbertschools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert Unified School District is seeking an Attendance Specialist to manage student attendance at the Desert Ridge High site and ensure compliance with attendance regulations. The role involves registering students, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating parent communications.

You will support attendance reporting and related clerical tasks, working under the guidelines of district policies. A fingerprint clearance card is required prior to processing; pay is hourly with a grade

Qualifications

• Experience with attendance support and parent communication.
• Knowledge of attendance reporting requirements at district, state and federal levels.
• Ability to maintain accurate attendance records and verify data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Register students and collect attendance information at the assigned site.
• Notify parents of attendance issues and absences per policy.
• Compile and maintain attendance records, schedules and files.
• Prepare attendance reports and communications for stakeholders.
• Respond to inquiries related to attendance and district procedures.

Skills

Communication

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

• Date Posted:
  8/17/2026
• Location:
  Desert Ridge High
• Date Available:
  08/17/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/19/2026

Position Length: Jr High & High School - 10 Months / Elementary - 10.5 Months
Job Grade: 111
Hourly Rate: $19.10 and up depending on experience
Hours Per Day: 8
Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two

Attendance Specialist

Purpose Statement

The job of Attendance Specialist is done for the purpose/s of registering children; collecting and maintaining student attendance information at the assigned site; meeting district, state and federal requirements relating to attendance processes including parent notification; preparing and distributing attendance reports and materials; providing clerical support at school site; and communicating various information regarding activities.

Essential Functions

• Communicates with parents, students, staff, etc. in person, by telephone or letter for the purpose of providing information on a variety of attendance issues and meeting district and state absence notification requirements.
• Compiles student records (e.g. birth certificates, transfers, immunizations, etc.) for the purpose of meeting state, federal and/or district requirements.
• Ensures accuracy of attendance records, including verification of forgeries and truancies and/or signing students in/out for the purpose of complying with State laws governing attendance accounting.
• Evaluates situations (e.g. involving other staff, students, parents, the public, police, probation department, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Maintains a variety of attendance records, schedules, and files (manual and computer) (e.g. contact and telephone logs, student attendance, cash receipts, etc.) for the purpose of documenting and/or providing reliable information.
• Performs enrollment and un-enrollment activities (e.g. updating automated student information system, preparing permanent student record and cumulative folders, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with financial, legal, state or federal requirements.
• Prepares a variety of reports and written materials (e.g. passes, standardized and special attendance reports, letters to parents, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information regarding school and/or district activities and procedures.
• Processes documents and materials (e.g. attendance records, student placement, disciplinary and/or suspension notices, homework requests, etc.) for the purpose of complying with local, state and federal attendance requirements.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of individuals (e.g. staff, parents, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction.
• Screens telephone calls for the purpose of directing to appropriate personnel and/or taking messages.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements

Mental Requirements

Learning Development- Level C Sufficient to read and write technical instruction, understand standardized methods, operate specialized and varied equipment, perform standard mathematical applications. Learning development involves the equivalent of some technical or vocational training beyond high school, often resulting in a certification.

Problem Solving - Level 2 Work situations require consideration and interpretation of circumstances or information to choose the most effective responses. Solutions may be somewhat technical, yet are relatively straightforward, obvious and well-defined once problems are understood. Responses come from the realm of prior learning and experiences

Physical Requirements

Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.

Physical Effort - Level 1 Minimal physical exertion is required. Most job time is spent sitting with occasional walking. Occasional lifting, guiding, and carrying of lightweight materials or equipment.

Social Requirements

Human Relations Skill- Level A Job requires ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange Routine information, provide routine assistance, and/or help maintain harmony among work associates.

Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Work Environment

Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 1 Generally good working conditions. Little or no exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, etc. little or no exposure to safety or health hazards.

Accountability

Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.

Organizational Impact - Level 2 Work results impact the accuracy, reliability, and acceptability of further results beyond the immediate work section. work results are noticeable and represent a portion of, or support product or service received by the customer or general public.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.

Compensation Details

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Pay Schedule: Hourly - Grade 111

Work Calendar: JrHigh & High School - Support 10 Months / Elementary - Support 10.5 Months

Non Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.