Student Attendance & School Office Specialist

Waterloo-Community-School-District; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Community School District EAST HIGH in Waterloo, Iowa seeks an Attendance Secretary to maintain accurate attendance records, communicate with families, and support attendance initiatives. This role serves as the main contact for attendance matters and assists the principal, counselors, teachers, and staff.

Educational requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent; five years clerical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Ability to work well under stress and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains a welcoming office environment with strong customer service.
• Performs clerical duties as directed by the principal and administrative staff.
• Operates office equipment as needed.
• Answers phones and assists callers promptly.
• Prepares outgoing mail and handles mail distribution.
• Schedules meetings and reserves facilities as directed.
• Drafts and edits correspondence as directed.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on request.
• Gives medical attention in the absence of the Health Assistant.
• Supports conferences and grade reporting procedures.
• Distributes flyers and notices to parents and community.
• Keeps all records confidential.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Work under pressure

Diversity and inclusion

Customer service

Confidentiality

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Waterloo Community School District EAST HIGH in Waterloo, Iowa seeks an Attendance Secretary to maintain accurate attendance records, communicate with families, and support attendance initiatives. This role serves as the main contact for attendance matters and assists the principal, counselors, teachers, and staff.

Educational requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent; five years clerical experience preferred.