Office Staff - Secretary (Attendance) - 9 Month (Derby Ridge Elementary) 2026-27

Columbia•Columbia, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Attendance Secretary (Elementary School) maintains accurate student attendance records and assists with disciplinary records. The position maintains computer and written files related to attendance, discipline, homeroom lists, and other school-office functions. It also provides front-office support to students, families, staff, and other building patrons, and assists with student registration, transportation records, and first aid needs. The role is hourly support staff, grade 27, non-exempt, on a nine-month calendar, with benefits eligibility after a 60-day wait; retirees are not eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, and ability to learn new systems and software.
Ability to read and interpret instructions and procedure manuals, write simple reports and correspondence, and communicate with colleagues, athletic staff, administration, and students.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, and solve problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
Ability to work closely with a variety of staff members and demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to maintain appropriate certification and competencies required for the position.
Consistent and regular attendance.
Ability to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Business school education or an associate degree.
Prior clerical experience.
Prior experience using office equipment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Professional and friendly demeanor and demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of people in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Greet building patrons, answer phones as soon as possible, and check voicemail.
Maintain student attendance and tardiness records.
Call parents of absent students.
Gather assignments for students assigned to in-building detention.
Provide assistance to students, teachers, and parents.
Provide parents and others with telephone information concerning student-related problems and needs.
Attend staff meetings and district trainings and meetings as directed by the principal.
Maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Respond immediately to students' first aid needs and dispense medications as directed by the school nurse.
Register new students and process withdrawals.
Provide transportation for class field trips.
Maintain the daily school transportation log.
Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.
Safeguard confidential information and comply with district policies, regulations, and position-related certification and competency requirements.