School Attendance Enforcement Officer - Dropout Prevention

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a School Attendance Officer in Washington County, MS, to enforce the compulsory attendance law and oversee dropout prevention initiatives. This full-time position requires sound independent judgment in assessing situations and making decisions.

The role is located in Jackson, MS, with duties including enforcement of MS Code provisions and collaboration with the Office of Compulsory School Attendance Enforcement. Salary ranges are listed in the ad.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science or related field as required by MS Code 37-13-89.
• Experience: three (3) years combined actual experience as a school teacher, school administrator, law enforcement officer with such degree, and/or a licensed Social Worker by the State of Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce statewide compliance with the Mississippi Compulsory School Attendance Law.
• Engage in dropout prevention efforts and enforce applicable regulations or policies adopted by the State Board of Education.

Skills

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science or related field

Driver’s License

Job description

State of Mississippi is seeking a School Attendance Officer in Washington County, MS, to enforce the compulsory attendance law and oversee dropout prevention initiatives. This full-time position requires sound independent judgment in assessing situations and making decisions.

The role is located in Jackson, MS, with duties including enforcement of MS Code provisions and collaboration with the Office of Compulsory School Attendance Enforcement. Salary ranges are listed in the ad.