SUPERVISOR, ATTENDANCE at DPS Careers

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

90548.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant Management, Personnel Supervision, Root Cause Analysis, Strategic Planning, Progress Monitoring, Stakeholder Partnership, Professional Development, Change Management, Community Engagement, MTSS, Data Analysis, Educational Leadership

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

** Applications will be received until June 18, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org [https://dpsjobboard.dpsk12.org/dpsjobs]. ** About this job: This is a grant funded position through June 30, 2029 The EARSS Attendance Continuation Grant is a three (3) year grant (2026-2029) that supports schools in building capacity for the implementation of the revised DPS School Attendance System Model. Leads the implementation and oversight of district attendance initiatives in alignment with district attendance systems, processes, and expectations. Oversees progress monitoring, supervises the team of Attendance Specialists, and provides direct support to schools while serving as the primary liaison with the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Drives districtwide efforts to improve student outcomes by identifying and supporting high need schools, conducting root cause analyses related to attendance, and partnering with school leaders to develop and monitor strategic attendance plans. Supports the implementation of evidence based instructional and operational practices that strengthen attendance systems. Builds and maintains cross functional and external partnerships to ensure all attendance initiatives align with district strategic priorities and support schools in implementing the revised DPS School Attendance System Model. What DPS Offers You: * A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. * $75,457 - $90,548. Click here [https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4086/Talent/eefa8ffb-7288-4e0d-97a1-7207d041b59d/25-26-DCTA-Step-and-Grade-Schedule-Effective-8-1-2025.pdf?disposition=inline] for more information on compensation for these roles. * In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources [https://hr.dpsk12.org/o/careers/page/new-employees]. What You'll Do: • Leads the implementation and ongoing management of the EARSS Attendance Continuation Grant, including coordinating grant deliverables, monitoring progress toward goals, and managing the selection and support of participating schools • Supervises and supports the Attendance team through regular coaching, performance management, professional development, and alignment of attendance intervention practices across schools • Coordinates cross functional collaboration between schools receiving attendance support services and district departments, including the District Attendance Team, to ensure aligned implementation and integrated student support systems • Leads the analysis and monitoring of grant related data, including process, implementation, and student outcome metrics, to evaluate program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement efforts • Conducts root cause analyses related to attendance, engagement, and academic outcomes to identify barriers and develop targeted improvement strategies for schools • Provides direct consultation and support to a caseload of schools in implementing the revised DPS School Attendance System Model, including evidence based attendance practices and intervention strategies • Develops and maintains tools, systems, and progress monitoring structures to track implementation fidelity, grant outcomes, and school level attendance improvement efforts • Builds and sustains partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), to support grant compliance, resource alignment, and long term attendance improvement initiatives • Facilitates professional learning, technical assistance, and capacity building opportunities for school leaders and staff related to attendance systems, student engagement, and equitable practices • Other duties as assigned What You’ll Need: * Bachelor's or relevant work experience in School Leadership and Supervision, Community Engagement, Attendance Systems, or School Improvement * Principal, SSP or Teaching License preferred * Two plus (2+) years experience leading schoolwide systems, preferably attendance systems and/or MTSS * Two plus (2+) years experience working with school based teams or leading professional development programs with schools * Experience with change management processes and community engagement preferred * Experience in supervising and coaching direct reports preferred * Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. * Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. * Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.

Responsibilities

Leads the implementation of district attendance initiatives and manages the EARSS Attendance Continuation Grant. Supervises a team of Attendance Specialists and partners with school leaders to develop strategic attendance plans.