VITA SITE COORDINATOR

Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc. (HRA); New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

HRA of New Britain, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Part-Time Planning Department coordinator in New Britain, CT to manage IRS VITA site operations. You will coordinate locations, oversee volunteers, and ensure compliance with site procedures during the filing season.

The role requires overseeing volunteer certification, coordinating coverage, and reporting statistics to sponsors and IRS. A related degree or 3–4 years tax prep experience is needed; CT driver’s license and bilingual Spanish/English

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Business or Accounting, or 3-4 years documented tax preparation experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise volunteers and site operations during the filing season.
• Ensure volunteers are certified at the appropriate level and follow site procedures.
• Monitor adherence to IRS Volunteer Standards of Conduct and Quality Site Requirements.
• Schedule adequate volunteer coverage, supplies, and equipment at sites.
• Serve as liaison between volunteers, site, sponsors, and partners.
• Gather and report timely statistics to sponsors and IRS and partners.
• Collaborate with interpreters to establish special sites as needed.
• Host a recognition event for volunteers after filing season.
• Participate in agency/division committees as directed by program staff.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Supervise staff

Bilingual Spanish/English

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Flexible/positive attitude

Education

Associates Degree in Business/Accounting

Tax preparation experience 3-4 years

Job description

Job Description

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PD New Britain, CT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1258

Salary Range: $16.95 To $20.00 Hourly

PROGRAM/DEPT: Planning Department

GRADE/CLASSIFICATION: Seasonal Part-Time

FLSA: Non-exempt

Description: 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.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (others may be assigned based upon program needs):

• 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.
• 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.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to supervise staff and volunteers.
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in Spanish/Polish is highly preferred.
• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
• Ability to lift up to thirty (30) pounds

Language Requirements:

• Bi-lingual (Spanish / English) is preferred.

When duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and changed based upon changes to program or organization’s priorities.

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