VITA Tax Program Lead & Volunteer Coordinator

Kings Community Action Organization; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kings Community Action Organization is seeking a VITA Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations of the VITA program in Kings County, CA. You will supervise volunteers, coordinate sites and schedules, and ensure accurate federal and state tax return preparation with strict confidentiality.

The role requires IRS certification maintenance, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple sites during the tax season.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating volunteers or staff in a tax or community program.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple sites, schedules, and deadlines during tax season.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of VITA tax sites and ensure compliance with IRS requirements.
• Oversee site schedules, appointments, staffing, and client flow.
• Supervise Tax Preparers and volunteers; assign duties and certify staff as needed.
• Monitor site capacity, wait times, and equipment readiness.
• Lead IRS training and certifications for volunteers; verify qualifications.
• Prepare or review tax returns and ensure accuracy and confidentiality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree in accounting, business, finance, public administration or related field

High school diploma with tax preparation/office experience

Tools

TaxSlayer

Job description

Kings Community Action Organization is seeking a VITA Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations of the VITA program in Kings County, CA. You will supervise volunteers, coordinate sites and schedules, and ensure accurate federal and state tax return preparation with strict confidentiality.

The role requires IRS certification maintenance, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple sites during the tax season.