Attendance Case Worker (2026/2027 Anticipated)

Wichita Falls Independent School District•Wichita Falls, TX

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide assistance to campus personnel in interpreting and enforcing compulsory attendance laws and resolving truancy, excessive absences, and tardiness problems. Assist Truancy Officer with serving as district liaison to parents, law enforcement agencies, and court personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Knowledge of state compulsory attendance laws
Ability to interpret laws, policies, and procedures
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate personal computer to develop databases and do word processing
Ability to travel district wide to conduct home visits and visit sites where truant students have been reported to the district
Two years working in compliance, law enforcement, or with children or adults in a leadership role

Nice To Haves

Use of personal vehicle may be required. (CRC Local Policy)

Responsibilities

Investigate cases of unexcused and excessive absences and tardiness and enforce provisions of compulsory attendance laws.
File 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.
Investigate cases of suspected drop outs; retrieve textbooks and school property.
Confer regularly with teachers, counselors, principals, and other staff to identify problems of tardiness, attendance, and student truancy.
Work closely with counselors, teachers, and other staff to identify and counsel students at risk of dropping out, as well as their parents.
Confer with students in matters of attendance and tardiness and make a reasonable effort to gain their cooperation to improve attendance.
Conduct home visits and parent conferences on student truancy and attendance problems.
Maintain contact and act as liaison to local law enforcement agencies and courts in the area of student truancy.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including records of all cases investigated and reports required by the commissioner of education.
Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of student attendance.
Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
Transport students as needed.
Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
Other related duties as assigned.