Attendance Officer (Non-Bargaining Unit Position)

Attendance Officer (Non-Bargaining Unit Position) JobID: 3638 Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 7/17/2026 Location: Hackensack High School Date Available: 09/01/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide POSTING NOTICE Position: ESSA Funded Attendance Officer at Hackensack High School Hackensack High School is seeking a qualified Attendance Officer to monitor and manage student attendance, ensuring compliance with school policies and state regulations. The role involves maintaining accurate attendance records, identifying and addressing attendance issues, and working with students, parents, and staff to promote regular school attendance. Location: Hackensack High School Terms of Employment: Normal working hours at HHS Office environment within the school Salary: Non-Bargaining Unit Position ($60,000 - $61,650) Nature & Scope of Job: Attendance Monitoring and Recording: Maintain accurate daily attendance records for all students. Track and report tardiness and early departures. Use the school's attendance management system to input and update attendance data. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to NJ state laws and school policies regarding attendance. Prepare and submit attendance reports to school administration and state authorities as required. Identify students with chronic absenteeism and report to the appropriate staff for intervention. Communication: Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student absences. Send out notifications for unexcused absences and excessive tardiness. Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to address attendance issues. Intervention and Support: Conduct meetings with students and parents to discuss attendance concerns. Develop and implement attendance improvement plans for students with habitual absences. Provide resources and referrals to support services for students and families in need. Collaboration and Coordination: Work with school counselors and social workers to identify and address barriers to regular attendance. Participate in attendance-related meetings and trainings. Coordinate with external agencies and community organizations as necessary. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain confidential student records and attendance documentation. Ensure all attendance data is accurate and up-to-date. Archive attendance records in accordance with school policies and legal requirements. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred. Previous experience in an educational setting or in attendance management is a plus. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in using computer systems and software for attendance tracking. Knowledge of state attendance laws and school policies. Description: This position requires strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders. Application Process: Interested applicants must apply via Frontline/Applitrack, Job ID#3638 Application Deadline: Open until filled Email To A Friend Print Version Powered by Aspex Solutions - AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions - www.aspexsolutions.comYou can also view New Jersey teaching jobs at www.k12jobspot.com. K12JobSpot is a site that has thousands of teaching jobs - all from AppliTrack school districts.