Student Intake Specialist

Position Title:

Student Intake Specialist

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Salary Grade, if non-union:

Pay Grade, if union:

PG02

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Educational Support Personnel Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to assist in the classroom and in facilitating student intake.

Essential Functions of this Job

Assists with student intake procedures and assists teachers with student placement. Duties will also include attending required training as designated by the supervisor. This position will assist students in scheduling either individual tests or group tests as well as fielding follow-up test-related questions. Will provide documentation based on test records to support student placement and to assist in required annual reporting. This position will assist in the preparation of all testing materials and in setting up testing sites.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency on a computer using Microsoft Office software programs and established testing programs is required. Ability to understand written and oral instructions, to speak and write coherently, to maintain records and create reports, and to work cooperatively and professionally with other school personnel, parents, students and other social agencies is also required. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some evening hours for optimum student coverage. Must be willing to work and interact with a diverse adult student population. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED is required. Previous experience in assisting adult students in the enrollment and testing process is preferred.

Work Context:

Requires sitting and some standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with students, individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment:

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

Local Code:

10008

EEO5:

51

Approval Date:

Mon Apr 26 2010 23:00:00 GMT-0500 (Central Daylight Time)

Date Last Revised:

12/31/1899

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.