Truancy Officer chez San Carlos Unified School District

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Three (3) years of experience in general office procedures and/or attendance accounting procedures.
3. Ability to type. Verbal and written communication skills.
4. Must have current/obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card.
5. Must have a Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO:  MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL     

1. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Interprets the ADE rules and regulations, Governing Board Policies, court rulings, and the Students Rights and Responsibilities Handbook relating to student attendance issues.
2. Gathers and reviews attendance data to identify students who are excessively truant on daily basis.
3. Assesses students with attendance problems and makes home visits to assess the family environment.
4. Collaborates with school staff to develop interventions for students who are truant and develops
5. Individualized service plans to improve attendance.
6. Implements case management services (including individual counseling); monitors student/family progress; and makes referrals to other professional staff members or community agencies as needed.
7. Serves as a liaison between assigned schools and such agencies as social services, court services, and the police department regarding student truancy.
8. Monitors areas in the community where non-attending students are reported to congregate during school hours and takes appropriate action by executing enforcement steps.
9. Initiates legal proceedings to enforce compulsory attendance laws; prepares information for formal Hearings/court cases; and represents the school division at court interagency staffing and in the courtroom.
10. Provides families with information related to the needs of their child and acts as a resource to Parents/guardians by providing family support activities and communicating the importance of school attendance.
11. Acts as a resource to administrators, guidance counselors, teachers, and health services personnel at assigned schools regarding attendance programs, interpretation of attendance policies/laws, and recordkeeping requirements.
12. Assists with implementing truancy prevention programs for assigned schools and recommends strategies to support and improve regular school attendance (i.e.: incentives, peer groups, recognitions).
13. Maintains necessary records ensuring confidentiality of students and their families and prepares related reports.
14. Maintains status as Conservator of the Peace.
15. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.