Front Office and Attendance Assistant at a Classical Charter Sch

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction•Grand Junction, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Front Office/Attendance Assistant is a visible member of the school’s front office team, communicating frequently with families and serving as a liaison between students, families, and staff. The role requires strong customer service and data management skills to ensure daily attendance is reported accurately and on time, as well as close collaboration with campus employees. The school seeks a results-driven team player with a professional demeanor, high standards of excellence, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment. The position follows an extended-year calendar and typical school hours and days. Attendance at all faculty meetings and professional development days is required, as is participation in some additional training events. The employee must complete required training and provide documentation and official college transcripts within 90 days of hire. The role also requires reliable attendance, effective written and spoken English, and compliance with school policies. Candidates must undergo a comprehensive background check, including fingerprinting; reference and qualification checks may also be conducted. The employer uses E-Verify.

Requirements

Commitment to the mission and vision of Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction.
Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to develop positive, professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Adherence to ACACS policies, including the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and applicable school and board policies.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Reliable attendance and adherence to assigned work hours and absence or tardiness procedures.
Ability to meet background-check requirements, including criminal-record review and fingerprinting.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds, traverse the classroom and school, sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer, and supervise outdoor duties.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or equivalent.
School experience.

Responsibilities

Promote the school’s mission and vision for classical education.
Initiate and receive calls to the main telephone line, screening and routing calls as directed.
Respond to inquiries and provide student attendance and other information to personnel, parents, and outside agencies.
Assist students, staff, and visitors in the front office.
Run regular Raptor security checks on individuals entering the building.
Support daily attendance activities and update attendance data for required reporting.
Process and verify student absence information received from parents, teachers, and others.
Issue admittance forms to students who are late or returning from an absence.
Perform clerical duties and record-keeping activities.
Complete deposit slips according to Finance Department requirements for cash and checks received, and take deposits to the bank.
Refer attendance questions or concerns to the Registrar or Dean of Students.
Complete required training and provide documentation and official college transcripts within 90 days of hire.
Maintain reliable attendance, follow assigned work hours, report on time, and follow procedures for absences or tardiness.
Perform other duties as assigned.