INTERNAL ONLY - Summer School Elementary - Clerk

Clover Park School District•Lakewood, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Building Administrator this position is responsible to process student attendance records, maintain the automated student attendance system and inform staff and parents on attendance matters and perform assigned clerical duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or it’s recognized equivalent (GED)
One year of office or clerical experience.
Working knowledge of computer databases and proficient in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.
Knowledge of the use of English and conventions of spelling, capitalization and punctuation.
Knowledge of basic computational and record keeping skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, maintain records and logs with accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and maintain established time schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with all levels of staff, students, and community members whether in person, through email or via the telephone.
Ability to learn and apply District policies and procedures.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Typing speed of 55 words per minute.
Must be organized and dependable.
Background check and fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Clover Park School District secretarial experience.
Secretarial Professional Standards Certificate.
Type 60 words per minute accurately.

Responsibilities

Process student re-entry into school and early dismissals.
Use the Attendance Office computer and other facilities to record and monitor daily attendance by periods.
Perform daily contact to parents regarding absences.
Respond to parent inquires on attendance matters.
Prepare and distribute daily absentee list.
Inform grade level administrator of period absences.
Counsel with students regarding attendance problems. Inform grade level administrator of serious or chronic problems.
Type, operate office machinery and perform other clerical duties as assigned.
Train and supervise student office assistants.
Prepare communicable disease report.
Prepare certification of absentee listing for the district business office.
Model appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information consistent with district ethical guidelines.
Foster and maintain strong productive relationships with district employees, parents, students, and other community members. Work with a variety of people in a positive manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.