Job Information
Davenport Community Schools Professional Secretary I 10.5 months in Davenport, Iowa
Professional Secretary I 10.5 months JobID: 10740
Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/ Professional Secretary I 10.5 Month
Date Posted:
12/19/2023
Location:
Jefferson Elementary
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Jefferson Elementary School or DepartmentProfessional Secretary I - Attendance Secretary, 10 1/2 month Assignment Open12/19/2023 Date
7:00 am Start Time3:30 pm End Time8 Number of Hours/DaySecretary ClassificationK-6 Grade Level
1/10/24 New Assignment Date
Currentsecretariesuse theinternal biddingprocess to apply.All other current district employees (not a secretary), orexternal applicantsapply online by completing theexternal application. Entry Wage 2023-24, $17.23/hr: Current secretaries with seniority please refer to the Wage Sections of the secretary contract. INTERNAL BIDDERS: OPEN 12/19/23 – 1/5/24 @ 4:00 PMEXTERNAL APPLICANTS (will hire externally if no internal bidder): OPEN 12/19/23 until position is filled
Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)
Processes and ensures the accuracy of student attendance on a daily basis for the purpose of accurate tracking and documentation of student attendance.
Researches discrepancies of attendance information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures prior to processing and/or referring for action.
Evaluates situations for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Maintains documents, files to DocuShare student records for the purpose of documenting and/or providing accurate, up-to-date information for future reference and audit trail for compliance and conformance with District and State requirements.
Orients school site staff, students, and parents/guardians for the purpose of ensuring accurate attendance reporting and documentation.
Assist Principal and Building Secretary.
Helps in all offices including health office as needed. Employee must get medication certified.
Work with counselors on attendance.
Prepares written attendance materials (e.g. school attendance reports, teacher reports, student attendance histories, attendance letter, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities.
Responds to inquiries of staff, parents, and/or students (e.g. attendance history, classroom enrollments, student schedules, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction.
Assists in preparing BEDS report and other building reports as requested.
Other duties as assigned by administrator. .
Knowledge with Google suite including Google Docs
Assist attendance team with absences and tardies
Physical Requirements of Position:
- Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)
Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalency
Skilled in use of Infinite Campus
Experience with diverse populations
Attentive to detail and accuracy; good organizational and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure, establish priorities, maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines while maintaining a calm demeanor during stressful situations.
Able to take initiative in identifying tasks to be accomplished.
Ability to be cross-trained with other clerical position within the office
Must be bilingual