Student Attendance & Compliance Specialist

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is seeking an Attendance Specialist - Middle School to monitor attendance, maintain confidential records, and ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements. This role involves coordinating field trips, preparing official documents, and liaising with parents and administrators.

The position requires at least two years of clerical experience with record keeping, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid WA driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must perform basic math, read manuals, and write documents following prescribed formats.
• Two years of secretarial/clerical work experience including record keeping and/or statistical work.
• One year of college or business school may substitute for one year of required work experience.
• Valid State of Washington Driver's License or equivalent mobility; continuing ed in PowerSchool, SAP.

Responsibilities

• Attend district functions to take minutes and relay information.
• Compile data such as legal documents and attendance statistics for evaluation and forms.
• Coordinate field trips ensuring compliance with district policies.
• Maintain confidential case files and attendance records for audits.
• Monitor student attendance and assist with truancy matters and related proceedings.
• Prepare written materials documenting activities and compliance with requirements.
• Represent the district in truancy, BECCA-related processes, and related matters.
• Respond to inquiries from administrators, parents, students, staff and outside agencies.
• Provide administrative support to assigned administrator and assist instructors on attendance procedures.
• Performs auto-dialer functions to ensure compliance with truancy policy.

Skills

Math skills

Record keeping

Documentation

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PowerSchool

SAP

Job description

Seattle Public Schools is seeking an Attendance Specialist - Middle School to monitor attendance, maintain confidential records, and ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements. This role involves coordinating field trips, preparing official documents, and liaising with parents and administrators.

The position requires at least two years of clerical experience with record keeping, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid WA driver's license.