Director of Retention and Attendance Supports (Pending Board Approval)

Full Job Description: Director of Retention and Attendance Supports

Salary Grade: Business Grade 11/ BG-11

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

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Position Summary: The Director of Retention and Attendance Supports leads and is accountable for the implementation and performance of district initiatives designed to improve student attendance, engagement, and retention outcomes. This role leads the coordination and execution of attendance and retention systems and ensures consistent, effective implementation

across Tulsa Public Schools. Working in partnership with internal departments and school leaders, this position supports

district efforts related to enrollment stability, family engagement, and student experience. The Director provides recommendations, performance data, and key insights to leadership to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement. This role is responsible for driving measurable outcomes in attendance and retention, while supporting alignment with related recruitment and family engagement efforts through cross-functional coordination and data-informed practices.

Key Functions

• Attendance and Retention Systems Ownership and Implementation
• Cross-Functional Coordination and Alignment
• Data Monitoring, Reporting, and Performance Accountability
• Family Engagement and Recruitment Support Alignment
• Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
  
  

Education

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in education, student services, program management, communications, or a related field
• Experience leading or managing initiatives related to student engagement, attendance, retention, or recruitment preferred
• Experience working in a large, urban school district preferred
  
  

Licenses And Certifications

• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license required
• Valid Oklahoma teaching or administrative certificate preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong understanding of student attendance, engagement, retention, and enrollment-related practices
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with school-based staff
• Ability to influence and support stakeholders without direct authority
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices for improving student attendance and engagement
• Proficiency with data systems and reporting tools used in K–12 settings
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and coordinate diverse teams
  
  

About Our District: At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.