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Nevada Connections Academy Administrative Assistant II - Truancy Liaison - Minnesota Connections Academy in St. Paul, Minnesota
Description
School Summary
Minnesota Connections Academy (MNCA) is a tuition-free, online charter school for students in grades K-12 throughout Minnesota. MNCA’s program is operated through a contract with Connections Academy, LLC, to provide the educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and MNCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
Position Summary
The Administrative Assistant II - Truancy Liaison is responsible for a variety of daily tasks, including answering phone calls and emails, submitting truancy filings, corresponding with families, county social workers and school administrators regarding attendance, and performing other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
Prepare, process, and submit truancy filings in accordance with district and county guidelines.
Generate attendance reports and provide data to county social workers.
Attend truancy meetings and court hearings related to students with attendance concerns.
Send written communications via mail and email to families regarding student attendance concerns and truancy notifications.
Enter student data into the state reporting system.
Assist administration with a wide variety of special projects.
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Please note that two-step authentication is required to set up and access all systems if a job offer is extended.
High school diploma required
1–2 years of similar administrative experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based applications
Proficiency with Google applications (Mail, Calendar, Drive, Hangouts, Documents, etc.)
Basic accounting knowledge preferred
Intermediate skill level in MS Excel
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality (FERPA)
Customer-focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Note: The anticipated starting salary for Minnesota-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $22.00 per hour.
Minnesota Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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