School Attendance & Office Administrator

Simpson Central Elem School; Mississippi; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson County Schools in Mississippi is seeking a dedicated School Secretary/Attendance Clerk to support the principal, staff, students, and parents. The role maintains attendance records, processes daily attendance, and assists with enrollment and scheduling.

Strong communication, confidentiality, and proficiency in district data systems are essential. The position requires at least a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred) and minimum clerical experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Minimum of two years clerical or secretarial experience; school office experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and district data systems (MSIS, SAMS, Power School)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Professional demeanor and customer service skills
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff records
• Serve as receptionist and greet visitors
• Maintain attendance records per MDE guidelines and district policies
• Assist with enrollment, withdrawals, and student record transfers
• Support principal and staff with correspondence, reports, and filing
• Assist with scheduling meetings, conferences, and school events
• FERPA compliance

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily attendance, tardies, early check-outs, and attendance corrections
• Communicate with parents about absences and attendance issues
• Prepare attendance reports for administrators and staff
• Assist with enrollment, withdrawals, and student record transfers
• Provide clerical support for the principal and staff, including correspondence and filing
• Maintain FERPA-compliant student and staff records
• Assist with scheduling meetings and school events
• Handle office communications including mail, email, and announcements
• Support substitute teacher coverage and staff attendance records as assigned
• Assist with state/federal reports and accreditation documentation

Skills

Office software

MSIS/SAMS/PowerSchool

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Reception duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

MSIS

SAMS

Power School

Job description

Simpson County Schools in Mississippi is seeking a dedicated School Secretary/Attendance Clerk to support the principal, staff, students, and parents. The role maintains attendance records, processes daily attendance, and assists with enrollment and scheduling.

Strong communication, confidentiality, and proficiency in district data systems are essential. The position requires at least a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred) and minimum clerical experience.