School Attendance & Front Office Lead

Choice Schools Associates; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Academy, part of Choice Schools Associates, is seeking an Office Manager to run an efficient, welcoming school office and connect families, staff and the community in support of students.

The role covers main office operations, customer service, enrollment, financial procedures, and attendance compliance, including truancy intervention and liaising with external agencies. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of successful clerical/administrative experience.
• Knowledge of Michigan attendance laws and truancy regulations is preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills mandatory.
• Proven organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Run an efficient school office and welcome families, staff and the community.
• Maintain student records, enrollment counts, and attendance data.
• Support the School Leader and manage substitute teachers and office coverage.
• Prepare reports and provide attendance data for audits and compliance.
• Liaise with external agencies regarding truancy and attendance matters.
• Enforce Code of Michigan Truancy and Attendance Law and advise on policy.

Skills

Clerical experience

Excellent communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attendance and records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or above preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bradford Academy, part of Choice Schools Associates, is seeking an Office Manager to run an efficient, welcoming school office and connect families, staff and the community in support of students.

The role covers main office operations, customer service, enrollment, financial procedures, and attendance compliance, including truancy intervention and liaising with external agencies. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.