Job Summary
The Attendance Secretary at Alexandria Area High School plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate attendance records and supporting the overall administrative functions of the school. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff. The Attendance Secretary will ensure compliance with district policies and state regulations regarding attendance, while also providing excellent customer service to the school community.

Responsibilities
- Manage daily attendance records, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in data entry.
- Communicate with teachers, students, and parents regarding attendance issues, including absences and tardies.
- Process and maintain attendance-related documentation, including excused and unexcused absence forms.
- Generate and distribute attendance reports as required by school administration and state guidelines.
- Assist in the development and implementation of attendance improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate with school counselors and administration to address attendance-related concerns.
- Respond to inquiries from parents and guardians regarding attendance policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and adhere to FERPA regulations.
- Support other administrative tasks as needed, including filing, data entry, and general office duties.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities as required.

Requirements
- Must be able to pass a background check and comply with district employment policies.

Compensation: $22.30 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Hours per Day: 8/206 days per year

Benefits:

Health Insurance
- Choose from 3 plan offerings
- District contribution as noted in Collective Bargaining Agreement
Dental Insurance
- District contribution as noted in Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid leave as noted in the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Group Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
- Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
- Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Vision insurance
- Pet insurance
- Aflac offerings:
- - Short-Term Disability (STD)
  - Critical Illness
  - Hospital Indemnity
  - Accident
  - Ben Extend