Attendance Technician

Young World Physical Education

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 44,083

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Norfolk Public School District is seeking an Attendance Technician to serve as the division’s attendance officer and support dropout prevention efforts. The role involves coordinating interventions, working with families and court officials, and ensuring compliance with attendance laws and division policies.

Responsibilities include monitoring attendance, generating reports, conducting home visits, and collaborating with staff to address attendance concerns.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred.
Two years of experience working with at-risk youth or in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of one year of customer service experience.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily student attendance and identify patterns of absenteeism and habitual truancy.
Review and reconcile attendance data to ensure accuracy and compliance with procedures.
Generate and maintain attendance reports for staff and administrators.
Schedule and facilitate attendance conferences with students, parents, and school staff.
Communicate with parents/guardians regarding absences.
Prepare attendance documentation for Juvenile and Circuit Court systems.
Input and maintain attendance data in the student information system.
Ensure confidentiality and security of all student records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Attendance Technician

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Job Details

Job ID: 5844747

Application Deadline: Aug 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The Attendance Technician serves as the school division’s attendance officer, responsible for monitoring student attendance, addressing truancy, and supporting dropout prevention efforts. This role works closely with students, families, school staff, and court officials to ensure compliance with state attendance laws and division policies. The Attendance Technician promotes student engagement by identifying attendance concerns early and coordinating appropriate interventions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred
Two (2) years of experience working with at-risk youth or in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience
Valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities Attendance Monitoring & Compliance

Serve as the division’s attendance officer in accordance with state laws and regulations.
Monitor daily student attendance and identify patterns of absenteeism and habitual truancy.
Review and reconcile attendance data to ensure accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
Generate and maintain attendance reports for school staff and administrators.

Truancy Intervention & Case Management

Schedule and facilitate attendance conferences with students, parents, and school staff.
Communicate with parents and guardians regarding excused and unexcused absences.
Conduct home visits for students with chronic absenteeism or truancy concerns.
Participate in dropout prevention efforts and intervention planning.

Legal & Court Coordination

Serve as the school division representative with parents, students, and court officials regarding attendance matters.
Interpret and explain applicable attendance laws, regulations, and procedures to families and staff.
Prepare and present required documentation to Juvenile and Circuit Court systems.
File petitions in cases of non-compliance with state attendance requirements.
Maintain accurate and lawful documentation in support of court proceedings.

Data Management & Reporting

Input, retrieve, and maintain attendance data using the student information system.
Prepare attendance summaries, reports, and required documentation.
Ensure confidentiality and security of all student records and information.

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

Attend regular prevention meetings with court and community partners.
Collaborate with school staff, administrators, and student support personnel to address attendance concerns.
Maintain punctual and consistent attendance.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support division and school operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of student attendance laws, regulations, and truancy procedures
Ability to interpret and apply policies and legal requirements
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in sensitive situations
Ability to work effectively with students, families, school staff, and court officials
Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills
Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively
Proficiency in computer systems and data management tools
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work is performed in school settings, offices, and community locations.
Duties require travel for home visits and court appearances.
Duties require walking, standing, bending, and driving as part of daily responsibilities.
Work involves exposure to normal day‑to‑day conditions and routine risks associated with school and community environments.

Supervision & Reporting

The Attendance Technician reports to the Senior Coordinator On‑Time Graduation and Student Engagement and performs duties in accordance with division policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.18 to $32.56 Per Hour

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