School Attendance Officer - Marion

State of Mississippi; United States; In loco; USD 30.000 - 47.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

State of Mississippi in Marion County seeks a School Attendance Officer to enforce the statewide compulsory attendance law and support dropout prevention efforts in the district. The role is full-time and located in Marion County, MS with a competitive annual salary.

The successful candidate will exercise independent judgment in assessing situations and decisions, hold a Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science or related field, and possess a valid driver's license as required by state law.

Competenze

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a Behavioral Science or related field.
• 3 years of combined experience as a school teacher, school administrator, law enforcement officer, and/or a licensed Social Worker by the State of Mississippi.

Mansioni

• Enforce the Mississippi Compulsory School Attendance Law statewide and ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Support dropout prevention efforts and contribute to statewide attendance initiatives.
• Exercise a high degree of independent judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.

Conoscenze

Independent judgment

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

School Attendance Officer - Marion in 46 - MARION COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$29,528.29 - $47,028.29 Annually

Location

46 - MARION COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9362-0201-20261104M

0201 - EDUCATION - CONSOLIDATED PROGRAM

Opening Date

11/05/2026

11/12/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$29,528.29

$47,028.29

About the Agency

The MDE seeks to create a world-class educational system that gives students the knowledge and skills to be successful in college and in the workforce, and to flourish as parents and citizens.

This position is located in the Office of Compulsory School Attendance Enforcement. Duties consist of implementing and ensuring statewide compliance with the Mississippi Compulsory School Attendance Law, dropout prevention efforts, and regulations or policies adopted by the State Board of Education.

What you'll need to be Successful

This position will require exercising a high degree of independent judgment in appraising situations and making decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a Behavioral Science or a related fieldor(3) years of combined experience as a school teacher, school administrator, law enforcement officer, and/or a licensed Social Worker by the State of Mississippi.*Required by Mississippi Code Annotated (1972), Section 37-13-89.Licensure: Applicant must possess a valid Driver’s License, as verified by the hiring agency.

Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201