Attendance Technician

Gilbertschools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert Unified School District is seeking an Attendance Technician to support Desert Ridge High by registering students, maintaining accurate attendance data, and distributing reports in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

The role provides essential clerical support on-site, coordinates parent notifications when applicable, and collaborates with school staff to ensure accurate attendance processing and timely communication across departments. 8-hour days, 10-month term.

Qualifications

• Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing.

Responsibilities

• Registers students and maintains attendance records at the assigned site.
• Collects and distributes attendance reports and related materials to meet district, state, and federal requirements.
• Provides clerical support at the school site and assists staff as needed.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff (Non-Classroom)/ Attendance Technician
• Date Posted: 8/21/2026
• Location: Desert Ridge High
• Date Available: 08/24/2026
• Closing Date: 10/21/2026

Position Length: 10 Month

Job Grade: 109

Hourly Rate: $17.89 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 Technician

Purpose Statement

The job of Attendance Technician is done for the purpose/s of registering students; 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

• 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.
• 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 B Sufficient to read and write technical information and instructions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, understand commonly used procedures and methods, or operate equipment that requires some training. Learning development is equivalent to completion of a high school curriculum.

Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities.

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 2 Interpersonal contacts extend to peers in other work groups, or to clients/customers who speak the language, either within or outside the organization. interactions with higher levels of authority beyond immediate supervisor must be conducted on an intermittent basis.

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 109

Work Calendar: Support 10 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.

Postings current as of 8/25/2026 4:33:29 AM CST.