Perry County Board of Education
March 1, 2023
The Perry County Board of Education is seeking applicants for the following position:
Part-time Truancy Officer
JOB GOAL:
Serve as the district truancy officer. Provide assistance to school personnel in interpreting and
enforcing compulsory attendance laws and resolving truancy, excessive absences and tardiness
problems. Serve as district liaison to parents, law enforcement agencies and court personnel.
DUTIES:
Implement the state and District policies on truancy.
Investigate cases of unexcused absences, tardiness and enforce provision of compulsory
attendance laws.
Issue warnings and file complaints against students, parents or individuals with parental
control in accordance with compulsory attendance laws and board policy and refer them
to the appropriate court.
Interpret and communicate compulsory attendance laws and school policy to parents and
students.
Represent the District in court hearings resulting from attendance problems.
Investigate cases of suspected drop out.
Confer regularly with teachers, counselors, principals, and other staff to identify
problems of tardiness, attendance, and student truancy.
Work closely with counselors, teachers and other staff to identify and counsel students at
risk of dropping out as well as their parents.
Confer with students in matters of attendance and tardiness and make a reasonable effort
to gain their cooperation to improve attendance.
Conduct home visits and parent conference on student truancy and attendance problems.
Maintain contact and act as liaison to local law enforcement agencies and courts in the
area of student truancy.
Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, record and other
documents required including records of all cases investigated and reports required by
state agencies.
Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state laws, local board
policy in the area of student attendance.
Comply with all district policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
Maintain confidentiality concerning student and/or families with all persons other than
authorized persons or agencies.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum education, licensure, skills, and/or experience):
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of truancy experience preferred.
Must have a valid Alabama Driver’s License
Must have a valid First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as they apply to juveniles.
Ability to interpret laws, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of court procedures.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and computer skills.
An Alabama State Patrol Criminal History Information and Background Check.
SALARY: The salary for this position will be $20.00 per hour, not to exceed 19 hours per week.
EFFECTIVE DATE: 2022-2023 School Year
Application Procedures: The applicants should send by Tuesday, March 21, 2023 or until the
position is filled, a completed Perry County Board of Education application, and the name,
address, and telephone numbers of three (3) references to:
Dr. Marcia A. Smiley, Superintendent
Perry County Schools
P O Box 900
Marion, AL 36756-0900