ATTENDANCE ASSISTANT at Lynwood Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
UNOFFICIAL documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, OFFICIAL documents/ transcripts will be required upon offer of employment. For more information on required documents, please refer to the Initial/Minimum Qualifications.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Attendance AssistantBargaining Unit: California School Employees Association |
Class Code: 800006 |
LYNWOOD USD
Revision Date: Apr 18, 2006
Revision Date: Apr 18, 2006
SALARY RANGE |
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| $15.96 - $19.40 Hourly $2,767.00 - $3,363.00 Monthly |
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BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of a Principal, perform a variety of clerical duties related to attendance accounting and record-keeping; contact parents and guardians to verify excused and unexcused absences; operate a computer and assigned student information system to enter and update attendance data.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Attendance Assistant classification performs a variety of clerical duties related to attendance accounting and record-keeping at elementary school sites. The Senior Attendance Assistant classification is assigned to a secondary school site with period-by-period attendance. In addition, the Senior Attendance Assistant is responsible for preparing and submitting Average Daily Attendance (ADA) reports for the assigned secondary school site.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Attendance Assistant classification performs a variety of clerical duties related to attendance accounting and record-keeping at elementary school sites. The Senior Attendance Assistant classification is assigned to a secondary school site with period-by-period attendance. In addition, the Senior Attendance Assistant is responsible for preparing and submitting Average Daily Attendance (ADA) reports for the assigned secondary school site.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Process and verify student absence information from parents, teachers and others; issue admittance forms to students who are tardy or are returning after an absence; utilize a computer, scanner and assigned student information system to scan or input attendance documents and related data.
Communicate with students, parents, staff and outside agencies regarding District attendance policies, procedures, rules and regulations; place and receive phone calls and receive notes regarding student absences.
Maintain accurate records, files and folders related to student attendance.
Refer serious attendance problems to appropriate personnel in accordance with established procedures; assist in identifying and resolving problems of students with frequent absenteeism.
Answer telephones and greet visitors; respond to general questions.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a fax machine, copier and typewriter; drive vehicle to school sites as assigned by the position.
Participate in various school office functions such as student registration and enrollment as assigned; perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, filing and maintaining school records.
OTHER DUTIES:
Attend a variety of in-service trainings and meetings as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Process and verify student absence information from parents, teachers and others; issue admittance forms to students who are tardy or are returning after an absence; utilize a computer, scanner and assigned student information system to scan or input attendance documents and related data.
Communicate with students, parents, staff and outside agencies regarding District attendance policies, procedures, rules and regulations; place and receive phone calls and receive notes regarding student absences.
Maintain accurate records, files and folders related to student attendance.
Refer serious attendance problems to appropriate personnel in accordance with established procedures; assist in identifying and resolving problems of students with frequent absenteeism.
Answer telephones and greet visitors; respond to general questions.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a fax machine, copier and typewriter; drive vehicle to school sites as assigned by the position.
Participate in various school office functions such as student registration and enrollment as assigned; perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, filing and maintaining school records.
OTHER DUTIES:
Attend a variety of in-service trainings and meetings as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
INITIAL/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and one (1) year of clerical experience involving record-keeping. Type or input data at thirty (30) net words per minute from clear copy. A typing test will not be given. Demonstrated proficiency will be expected during the probationary period for this classification.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Some positions in this classification may be required to travel to various school sites.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Some positions in this classification may be required to travel to various school sites.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Record-keeping techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Perform a variety of duties related to attendance accounting and record keeping at an assigned elementary school site.
Process and verify student absence information from parents, teachers and others.
Learn, interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Verify accuracy and completeness of documents and process data.
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Answer telephones and greet visitors.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Type or input data at 30 wpm from clear copy.
Maintain a variety of records and files.
Complete work with many interruptions.
ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
Constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Record-keeping techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Perform a variety of duties related to attendance accounting and record keeping at an assigned elementary school site.
Process and verify student absence information from parents, teachers and others.
Learn, interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Verify accuracy and completeness of documents and process data.
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Answer telephones and greet visitors.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Type or input data at 30 wpm from clear copy.
Maintain a variety of records and files.
Complete work with many interruptions.
ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
Constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from High School OR General Education Development (GED) equivalent. • Six (6) months of clerical experience involving record-keeping and word-processing desk work.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS BELOW: Unofficial documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents/transcripts will be required upon offer of employment, if it is not submitted. For more information on required documents, please refer to the “Initial Qualifications” section below. OPTION 1: Scan and attach all the required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form upon submission of your application OR email to esruiz@mylusd.org or fyoung@mylusd.org by the closing date. - OR - OPTION 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form, IN-PERSON, to the Human Resources, Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA prior to or by the application closing date. (Copies will be made). Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalent to be considered.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from High School OR General Education Development (GED) equivalent. • Six (6) months of clerical experience involving record-keeping and word-processing desk work.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS BELOW: Unofficial documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents/transcripts will be required upon offer of employment, if it is not submitted. For more information on required documents, please refer to the “Initial Qualifications” section below. OPTION 1: Scan and attach all the required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form upon submission of your application OR email to esruiz@mylusd.org or fyoung@mylusd.org by the closing date. - OR - OPTION 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form, IN-PERSON, to the Human Resources, Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA prior to or by the application closing date. (Copies will be made). Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalent to be considered.
Comments and Other Information
SATISFACTION OF INITIAL/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
YOU MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION(S)/CERTIFICATION(S) PRIOR TO OR BY THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
• Original High School diploma OR a GED OR unofficial/official transcripts from high school/college that denotes graduation from high school OR a college degree (Associate’s or Higher). OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, IF IT IS NOT SUBMITTED.
*** WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT ***
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS/ TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, IF IT IS NOT SUBMITTED. Unofficial documents/transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents /transcripts will be required.
NOTE: To be considered for the position, you must fill out the Education and/or Work Experience sections of your application. Your Education and/or Work Experience must demonstrate that you meet the Initial Qualifications for the position. You must demonstrate that you meet the requirements for the position within any and all portions of the application that request the information.
Comments and Other Information
SATISFACTION OF INITIAL/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
YOU MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION(S)/CERTIFICATION(S) PRIOR TO OR BY THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
• Original High School diploma OR a GED OR unofficial/official transcripts from high school/college that denotes graduation from high school OR a college degree (Associate’s or Higher). OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, IF IT IS NOT SUBMITTED.
*** WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT ***
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS/ TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, IF IT IS NOT SUBMITTED. Unofficial documents/transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents /transcripts will be required.
NOTE: To be considered for the position, you must fill out the Education and/or Work Experience sections of your application. Your Education and/or Work Experience must demonstrate that you meet the Initial Qualifications for the position. You must demonstrate that you meet the requirements for the position within any and all portions of the application that request the information.
Application Deadline
2/3/2023 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/23/2023
Contact
Elva Ruiz
310 886 1611
310 886 1611
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$15.96 - $19.40 Hourly
Length of Work Year
FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME AND/OR SUBSTITUTE POSITION: SIX (6), SEVEN (7) OR EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY; TEN (10), ELEVEN (11) OR TWELVE (12) MONTHS PER YEAR.
Employment Type
Full and Part Time