School Clerk - Elementary

Starting Date: Immediately

Thank you for your interest in our School Clerk - Elementary position.

Job Summary:
The Elementary School Clerk is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the Principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Salary

Schedule:

PCSD Classified

Department: School

Job Code: 243000

Reports To: Principal

Work Schedule: 195 days/7.5 hr.

Grade/Level: C-1

FLSA: Non-Exempt – Compensatory Time

Primary Function: Ability to perform clerical duties related to student attendance accounting and record-keeping to assure accurate average daily attendance (ADA) reporting. Ability to serve as liaison between students, parents, and staff regarding student attendance and discipline. General knowledge of district attendance policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

School Office Environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Constant interruptions

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone

Seeing to read a variety of materials

Sitting for extended periods of time

Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Qualifications:

Minimum of high school diploma or GED

Two (2) years general clerical experience involving record-keeping and frequent public contact

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Verify excused and unexcused absences
• Prepare various attendance records
• Review attendance data, records, and reports for completeness
• Process and verify student absence and excuse information from parents for completeness
• Operate and maintain the automated attendance calling system daily
• Prepare, distribute, collect, and process forms and applications required for attendance accounting and record-keeping
• Generate related computerized lists and reports
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, calculator, fax machine, copier, and typewriter
• Establish and maintain filing techniques
• Serve as liaison between students, parents and staff regarding student attendance, discipline, district attendance policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Learn methods, procedures, policies, and terminology used in accounting for student attendance
• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Participate in training programs to improve individual skills and proficiency related to the assignment
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as school board polices
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee

All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.

Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.

• It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
• Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
• The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.

Paulding County Schools HIRAM ELEMENTARY
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This job is also posted in Georgia Department of Education , and PCSD Career Opportunities

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• Human Resources
• 3236 Atlanta Highway
• Dallas, Georgia 30132
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• Email: human resources.ga.us

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21,759.62 to $32,288.97 Per Hour

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