VITA SITE COORDINATOR

HRA of New Britain Inc•New Britain, CT

5d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing coordination, organization and supervision in all aspects of site locations under the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program guidelines, from the establishment of a site in the community to overseeing the site operation during the filing season.

Requirements

Associates Degree or higher in Business, Accounting or related field; or 3-4 years documented experience in tax preparation in lieu of degree.
Experience in negotiations with strong understanding of tax law, credit counseling, budgeting and credit repair.
CT driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to supervise staff and volunteers.
Must be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
The capacity to function in a fast-paced, growing organization is vital.
The ideal person is flexible and positive and has a sense of humor.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with diverse audiences is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in Spanish/Polish is highly preferred.
Bi-lingual (Spanish / English) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure all volunteers are certified to prepare tax returns at the appropriate level of certification, and to follow all site operating procedures.
Supervision of volunteer overseeing the site operation during the filing season.
Monitor adherence to the IRS Volunteer Standard of Conduct and Quality Site Requirements.
Ensure that adequate volunteer coverage (including assistor, screener, quality reviewer), supplies, and equipment is scheduled/maintained at corresponding sites.
Act as liaison between volunteers, the volunteer site and relevant sponsors, stakeholders and/or partners.
Gather/compile timely statistical reports from volunteers and provide the reports to relevant sponsors, stakeholders (including the IRS) and/or partners.
Work collaboratively with Volunteer Interpreter(s), as needed, in establishing special sites that focus on the Interpreter’s skill (e.g., Spanish speaking, hearing-impaired).
At the conclusion of filing season, work with Program Staff, site sponsors, stakeholders (including the IRS) and/or partners to host a recognition event for volunteers.
Serve on various committees of agency/division as deemed appropriate by Program Manager.
Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager and/or Division Director.