Truancy & Attendance Liaison

Irving ISD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving ISD is seeking an Attendance Officer to manage attendance enforcement across a cluster of campuses from Early Childhood through Middle School. You will interpret and apply compulsory attendance laws, coordinate with campus staff, and serve as a liaison with parents, law enforcement, and the courts.

The role requires leadership in attendance initiatives, strong communication, and the ability to travel district-wide to visit campuses and homes as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state compulsory attendance laws.
• Ability to interpret laws, policies, and procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate cases of unexcused and excessive absences and tardies and enforce provisions of compulsory attendance laws.
• Issue warnings and filing complaints against students, parents, or individuals with parental control in accordance with compulsory attendance laws, Texas Education Code, and board policy; and refer to appropriate court
• Interpret and communicate compulsory attendance laws and school policy to parents and students
• Represent the school district in court hearings resulting from attendance problems
• Investigate cases of suspected drop out; retrieve textbooks and/or any other school property

Skills

Attendance laws knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking/presentations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Irving ISD is seeking an Attendance Officer to manage attendance enforcement across a cluster of campuses from Early Childhood through Middle School. You will interpret and apply compulsory attendance laws, coordinate with campus staff, and serve as a liaison with parents, law enforcement, and the courts.

The role requires leadership in attendance initiatives, strong communication, and the ability to travel district-wide to visit campuses and homes as needed.