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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Attendance Specialist: Bilingual - Frick United School of Languages Middle School (2026-27) - **Company:** Oakland Unified School District - **Location:** Oakland, CA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Databases, Desktop Computing, Microsoft Office, Student Information Systems, Data Processing - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://api.schoolspring.com/api/Jobs/5935021?domainName= ## About the Role * Graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience involving public contact or any combination of education, training and/or experience equaling one year. * Experience with computers and other office equipment required * Data entry skills required * Fluent in oral and written communication in target language * Pass District's bilingual test in designated language LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: * Valid California Driver's License * Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge Of: * District attendance accounting policies and procedures * District policies, applicable sections of the State Education Codes and other laws and regulations related to attendance and ADA * Basic office procedures record-keeping and filing techniques * Computers and other office equipment * Telephone techniques, systems and etiquette * Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy * Correct English and target language usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation * Excellent oral and written communication skills and techniques in both English and target language * Planning, organization, time management, and coordination needed for assigned program * Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students, Physical Requirements: Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone. ## Description 218 days / 7.5 hours or duty days and hours as assigned, BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of duties related to attendance accounting and record-keeping at an assigned school site; verify unverified absences and enter/maintain codes in the database and update attendance information; the Attendance Technician must have good communication, computer, typing and alphanumeric data entry skills, and experience with Microsoft Office., * Perform a variety of duties related to attendance accounting and record-keeping at an assigned school-site; provide for accurate reporting for daily attendance of students; monitor the submission of student attendance electronically by teachers; process and verify student absence information from parents and/or guardians. * Accurately input attendance data in the assigned student information system; generate and interpret daily and weekly attendance reports including mandated monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) reports. * Verify unverified absences; input valid student absence information from parents and/or guardians; issue admittance forms to students who are late or are returning after an absence; input reason for absence or late arrival into computerized system as well as maintaining paper documentation. * Communicate with students and parents regarding attendance and related issues; place and receive phone calls, and receive notes regarding student absences; record receipt of notes and incoming telephone calls. * Assure students, parents, and/or guardians deliver absence verification notes to attendance offices; contact parents or guardians if unverified absences have not been cleared. * Assist administrators in identifying students with frequent absenteeism; generate reports to determine student attendance trends that need to be addressed and report to your Attendance Team and/or administrator. Refer students to the School Attendance Review Team (SART) according to established procedures; schedule conferences with parents, student, teachers, administrators and counselors as necessary. * Issue off-ground passes and admittance slips to students with a valid note from parents or guardians. * Answer telephones and greet visitors; direct inquires and visitors to the proper person or office; provide student attendance information to staff, parents and outside agencies when approved; respond to complex and difficult questions; deliver messages from parents to students as necessary; make phone calls to request or provide information as directed; provide information concerning policies and procedures. * Operate standard office equipment such as copiers, computers (Windows and/or Apple operating systems), and various telephone systems. * Support the front office when necessary including counter help, typing, filing, scheduling appointments, duplicating and maintaining school records; prepare and type letters, forms, records, reports, bulletins, handbooks, and other documents; duplicate a variety of materials; may receive, open and distribute mail. * Collaborate in coordinating office activities to reduce administrative detail for assigned supervisor and other certificated and classified staff; prepare and maintain files and logs. * Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. * Attend a variety of meetings, trainings and conferences related to assigned duties. * Perform related duties as assigned., * Learn methods, procedures, policies and terminology used in accounting for student attendance enrollment * Prepare and maintain accurate daily school attendance records * Learn District organization, operations, policies and objectives * Learn applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities * Maintain confidentiality at all times * Perform a variety of proficient, basic, clerical duties in an assigned school involving specialized knowledge and independent judgment * Be flexible to perform work within changing priorities * Verify accuracy and completeness of documents and process data * Work harmoniously with staff, students, administrators, parents and others * Communicate clearly in English and target language * Understand and interpret District policies and procedures * Understand and follow oral and written directions * Work independently as required * Meet schedules and timelines * Maintain a variety of records and files * Analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action * Work cooperatively with others * Complete work accurately and as directed with many interruptions * Answer phones and greet visitors * Operate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) - [Databaseless Data Processing - High-Performance for Cloud-Native Apps and AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1024-databaseless-data-processing-high-performance-for-cloud-native-apps-and-ai) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Finding IT & Technology English-speaking Jobs in Germany ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/446-finding-it-technology-english-speaking-jobs-in-germany) - [Jobs in Germany for Americans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/423-jobs-in-germany-for-americans) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023)