CLHigh School Attendance Secretary​/Bilingual - Kamiakin

Kennewick Kamiakin High School
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Job : 5959802
Final date to receive applications: Oct 20, 2026 10:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Position #23662: High School Attendance Secretary/ Bilingual Required

Location:

Kamiakin High School

Hours:

5.5 hours, 180 Days per Year

Salary: $22.38 - $29.11

Open Date:10/14/2026

Final date to receive applications/Close Date: 10/20/2026 at 10:00PM, OR until filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Thesecretary in this position will be primarily working in the attendance office. The duties will involve performing tasks to support the efficient operations of the attendance office and the activities office, caring for students in the health room using basic first aid procedures and administering students’ medicine. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must present transcripts of highest level of education within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to meet the Physical Demands of the position.
• Must pass a Spanish/English proficeny test.
• Must pass a basic skills test.
• Completion of Safe Schools Web Based Training within thirty (30) days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• Must pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Demonstrated competency in verbal and written communication (English and Spanish) and excellent customer service skills.
• Spanish bilingual skills required – must pass the STAMP bilingual assessment within two weeks of job offer.
• Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.
• Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Must attend in-service trainings or other meetings as required, as well as attend any training as directed by management.
• Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.
• Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees and management.
• Evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner, working toward the common goal of teamwork, pride in service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities.
• Must be able to use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email.
• Must be willing to become CPR/first-aid certified if required.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• A minimum of one year work experience with computer/word processing.
• Evidence of accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effectively communicates and develops relationships with students, teachers, administrators, parents, and public.
• Successful experience working with secondary-aged students. Must enjoy young people and have a sense of humor.
• Working knowledge of RCWs pertaining to attendance and discipline.
• Produce accurate results in an environment with regular interruptions and deadlines.
• Knowledge of set-up…