Specialist - Student Transfer

Katy ISD; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD is seeking a Specialist - Student Transfer to support the District’s transfer processes. You will advise parents and campus staff, analyze transfer-related information, and promote consistent policy implementation across campuses.

Reports to Coordinator, Campus Administrative Support. The role requires collaboration with registrars, principals, and district personnel, plus strong Microsoft Office and web-based application proficiency to maintain confidentiality and deliver timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Master’s Degree in an education-related field is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with principals, counselors, registrars, parents, and District personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications.
• Ability to interpret/apply laws, policies, and procedures; analyze complex information; exercise sound judgment; and communicate decisions clearly.
• Ability to self-motivate and exercise initiative with good judgment.
• Commitment to responsive, professional, and solution-focused customer service.
• Flexible in work situations and able to follow procedures with minimal supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support district initiatives related to student transfers and campus support.
• Manage the student transfer process for inter/intra district transfers.
• Assist parents with transfer applications per district policies.
• Train registrars and campus administrators on laws, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate with technology to update the online transfer application.
• Review transfer information and provide recommendations per policy.
• Implement probationary transfer contracts and process transfer recommendations.
• Collaborate with legal to file required paperwork and meet deadlines.
• Maintain the District Student Transfer webpage and ensure accessible resources.
• Prepare reports on transfer activity and communicate findings to leadership.

Skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Policy interpretation

Professional judgment

Customer service

Self-motivation

Initiative

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based applications

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Specialist - Student Transfer

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This job is also posted in Katy Independent School District

Job Description

Reports To: Coordinator, Campus Administrative Support

Duty Days: 238 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: I02

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required

Master’s Degree in education-related field preferred

Ability to collaborate effectively with principals, counselors, registrars, parents, and District personnel

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, and procedures; analyze complex information; exercise sound professional judgment; and communicate decisions and requirements clearly to varied stakeholders

Ability to self-motivate

Initiative and good judgment in working with people

Demonstrated commitment to providing responsive, professional, and solution-focused customer service to parents, campus personnel, and District staff

Flexible in work situations

Ability to follow procedures with minimal supervision

Work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Primary Purpose:

Work under the direction of the Coordinator for Campus Administrative Support to implement the District’s student transfer processes, interpret and apply governing requirements, advise parents and campus personnel, analyze transfer-related information, and promote consistent implementation of District policies and procedures.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Division of School Leadership and Support in implementing District initiatives related to student transfers and campus administrative support.
• Manage the student transfer process for both inter and intra district transfers.
• Assist parents and guardians with completing and submitting transfer applications in accordance with District policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and training to registrars and campus administrators on the interpretation and consistent application of state law, District policy, and procedures related to student transfers.
• Coordinate with technology to update and maintain the online application for district student transfers.
• Evaluate transfer-related information and circumstances, identify issues requiring additional review, and provide recommendations consistent with state law, District policy, and established procedures.
• Work with campus administrators to implement probationary transfer contracts and process campus recommendations for transfer revocation for District review.
• Collaborate with the legal department to file FNG paperwork and ensure deadlines are upheld.
• Maintain the District Student Transfer webpage and coordinate with Technology to ensure transfer information, forms, and resources are current and accessible.
• Review and analyze student data to support transfer-related decisions and processes.
• Research, review, and revise transfer procedures and related information published in District documents and on the District website.
• Prepare, analyze, and present reports on transfer activity, trends, and areas of concern, and communicate findings and recommendations to District leadership, campus personnel, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Participate as appropriate in the training of campus staff in areas regarding student transfers and supporting student academic success.
• Perform all other specified duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer/laptop, printer, copier/fax machine, scanner, calculator

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Repetitive hand motions. Lifting and moving boxes. Prolonged use of a computer.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

• Support Staff > Clerical

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]