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Position Summary: Provides quality health and human services information to persons in need with the intent to link those persons to appropriate resources for assistance. Promote education and awareness of 2-1-1 Texas through community presentations, as needed.

United Way of the Brazos Valley

Information and Referral Specialist 

Exciting opportunity for retirees, stay-at-home parents, or anyone looking for a seasonal part-time, flexible job!&nbsp;United Way of the Plains’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is hiring Appointment Schedulers to support clients in booking tax preparation appointments, conducting eligibility screening and ensuring clients understand what documents to bring and where to go. This role requires strong customer service skills, and clear communication. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides income-limited households with free assistance to file their income tax return.This is a temporary independent contractor position for the 2026 tax season, to begin January 2 and ending April 15.&nbsp; The position has a flexible daytime schedule, averaging 12-20 hours per week, between the hours of 7am – 7pm, Monday-Friday.RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Maintain strict client confidentiality and uphold professional standards at all times.</li><li>Conduct initial screening of clients to confirm eligibility and appointment needs.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for tax clients, answer phone calls, return messages promptly and schedule appointments as needed.&nbsp;</li><li>Clearly communicate appointment details, needed documents and site logistics to clients.</li><li>Maintain accurate scheduling records using calling and scheduling software.</li><li>Communicate with VITA staff and site coordinators regarding client questions, schedule changes, or concerns.</li><li>Serve as a communication link between tax sites and clients to ensure a smooth appointment experience.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with Title VI, including providing service without discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.&nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Willingness and ability to learn and utilize calling and scheduling software.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, adhere to procedures, and maintain accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.</li><li>Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.</li><li>Basic computer skills (email, data entry, online scheduling tools).</li><li>VITA ethics certification required before January 1, 2025. Training is provided.</li></ul>Bilingual candidates encouraged to applyHow To ApplySubmit your cover letter and resume to Kristie Costa, VITA Program Manager, at <a href="mailto:kcosta@unitedwayplains.org" target="_blank">kcosta@unitedwayplains.org</a>

VITA Appointment Scheduler

Exciting opportunity for retirees, stay-at-home parents, or anyone looking for a seasonal part-time, flexible job! &nbsp; Current opportunities in Wichita, Arkansas City and Wellington areas in Kansas.The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Site Coordinator is responsible for maintaining an orderly, efficient, and welcoming site; ensuring Quality Requirements are executed; coordinating volunteer schedules; and providing excellent customer service to clients and volunteers. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides income-limited households with free assistance to file their income tax return.This is a temporary independent contractor position established for the 2026 tax season, to begin at time of hire and end April 30, with the possibility of some hours through May to accommodate off-season needs.&nbsp; The position has a flexible working schedule, averaging 15-20 hours per week.RESPONSIBILITIESSite Management:<ul><li>Organize waiting areas and workstations for tax preparers with necessary resources and supplies.</li><li>Ensure all required paperwork and forms are stocked for each tax appointment.</li><li>Review intake paperwork and discuss with clients.</li><li>Assist clients through the tax filing process.</li><li>Maintain orderly clients’ files and ensure security of confidential paper and electronic files.</li><li>Communicate supply needs to the Program Manager for ordering.</li><li>Ensure the site closely adheres to the Quality Site Requirements.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure the site adheres to Title VI by not denying service to anyone based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.&nbsp;</li></ul>Personnel:&nbsp;<ul><li>Communicate with volunteer preparers to ensure appropriate coverage is maintained for each day the site is open.</li><li>Communicate with volunteers regarding coverage and attendance.</li><li>&nbsp;Track volunteer attendance and hours of service.&nbsp; Prepare monthly volunteer time report for the site to be submitted to the VITA Program Manager.</li><li>Support volunteer appreciation activities.</li><li>(In some cases) supervise administrative staff responsible for greeting clients.</li></ul>Communication:<ul><li>Serve as a main point of contact for clients. Field in-person questions, respond to phone calls and contact clients when necessary to address problems with returns.&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as a communication liaison regarding the operation of the tax site for colleagues and volunteers.</li><li>Distribute updates and changes from the IRS to volunteers and clients.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>A willingness to learn and use electronic tax return software. &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to assist clients and volunteers in a courteous and helpful manner.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.&nbsp;</li><li>Committed to providing excellent customer service, with demonstrated ability to follow instructions and carefully review work for accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.</li><li>Punctual and reliable.</li><li>Enjoys working as a part of a team and with volunteers.</li><li>Basic computer skills.</li><li>Basic tax knowledge (Form 1040, Form 1040A, and Form 1040EZ) and VITA certification at the Advanced level is required before February 1, 2025. Training is provided.</li><li>VITA certification as a Site Coordinator is required before February 1, 2025. Training is provided.</li></ul>Bilingual candidates encouraged to applyHow To ApplySubmit your cover letter and resume to Kristie Costa, VITA Program Manager, at <a href="mailto:kcosta@unitedwayplains.org" target="_blank">kcosta@unitedwayplains.org</a> . Please indicated which area you are interested in (Wichita, Arkansas City, or Wellington)

VITA Site Coordinator

Organizational Overview
United Way of the Mid-South is a multi-million-dollar non-profit, public charitable foundation that mobilizes financial and human resources, across 8-counties, to meet critical needs and to help ensure that hundreds of thousands of Mid-Southerners can achieve their highest potential. We support high-performing nonprofit agencies that are on the front lines fighting to decrease poverty in our community by addressing the essential building blocks for success – education, financial stability, and health – while maintaining vital safety net services in food, shelter, and safety for individuals facing crisis situations. By joining United Way of the Mid-South, you are uniting with a team that is moving the needle on poverty and making our community a place where everyone can thrive.
Position Overview 
The United Way of the Mid-South (UWMS) is seeking a well-organized and independent leader to serve as a Mobile Assistant Site Coordinator for a Free Tax Preparation/ VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) mobile tax site providing free tax preparation at various locations. Assisting with overseeing a mobile free tax site, which offers free federal and state income tax preparation for qualifying families and individuals from January - April. With the guidance of Community Impact leadership, this individual will assist in the management of a Free Tax Preparation/VITA site.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities 
<ul><li>The Mobile Assistant Site Coordinator will assist in managing a mobile tax site for the tax season, providing Free Tax preparation at various locations.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Helping to recruit, schedule and manage volunteer tax preparers for the season, ensuring all volunteers have obtained the necessary certifications.</li>
<li>Conduct Quality Reviews of returns filed by fellow volunteers.</li>
<li>Assist in site management including, maintaining confidentiality, client services, tax return review and transmission, and volunteer relations</li>
<li>Provides support and guidance to volunteer staff who prepare electronic tax returns for low and moderate-income taxpayers.</li>
<li>Responsible for the collaboration with the United Way Agency partners who will help in identifying potential clients for tax preparation.</li>
<li>Assisting with tax preparation when necessary.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Completing the Volunteer Standards of Conduct, Intake/Interview/Quality Review, Site Coordinator, advanced IRS Tax Law, HSA and Military certifications</li>
</ul><ul><li>Assisting in providing regular reports to UWMS to support IRS reporting requirements.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>A general understanding of income tax law is helpful, paid IRS-sponsored training will be provided</li>
<li>Successful completion of the IRS advanced course is required to provide quality control, support, and guidance to volunteers</li>
<li>Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and display a supportive and professional disposition with diverse populations</li>
<li>Experience and comfort serving clients from diverse backgrounds</li>
<li>Comfort with technology (computers, software, internet platforms, etc)</li>
<li>Self-motivated with a high degree of flexibility, creativity, and independence</li>
<li>Flexible schedule (some assignments will require weekend/evening work)</li>
<li>Possess excellent organizational, leadership, and management skills</li>
<li>Reliable transportation to drive to the tax site and transport all necessary equipment as needed.</li>
<li>Flexible schedule (some assignments will require weekend/evening work)</li>
</ul>Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to be able to lift 30 pounds.&nbsp; The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time.&nbsp; The employee is frequently required to use finger and hand motion, and to reach using arms and hands.&nbsp;&nbsp; The position may also require significant walking and capability to climb stairs.&nbsp; The employee will need to have the ability to talk to and hear customers during events.&nbsp; Specific visual abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.&nbsp; There may be additional physical requirements associated with off-site corporate or volunteer events.
WORKING CONDITIONS
United Way of the Mid-South is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.&nbsp; This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment action.
&nbsp;United Way of the Mid-South will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. United Way of the Mid-South is committed to demonstrating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and community. We value the unique skills and contributions of each individual and believe in the power of collective leadership, accountability, and unity.
This position requires a valid Driver’s License, car insurance and reliable transportation.&nbsp; The position also requires flexible hours outside of normal business hours and some local travel to meet with partners.
Other Duties
Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
United Way Core Competencies for ALL Staff 
<ul><li>Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to the mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.&nbsp; This drives their performance and professional motivations.</li>
<li>Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before the process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.</li>
<li>Collaborator: understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.</li>
<li>Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.</li>
<li>Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.</li>
</ul>

United Way of the Mid-South

Free Tax Prep Mobile Assistant Site Coordinator

POSITION TITLE: Team UP AmeriCorps Coordinator 
	FLSA: Hourly 
	PAY RATE: $24.04/hour (20-40 hours per week - negotiable) 
	REPORTS TO: VP of Strategic Partnerships
POSITION OBJECTIVE: 
	The Team UP AmeriCorps Coordinator, under direct supervision of the AmeriCorps Director, supports all programmatic aspects of Team UP AmeriCorps. This includes program planning, member management, communication/outreach, grant compliance, host site support, and data/program reporting. The AmeriCorps Coordinator will be required to build upon and create positive relationships with all entities involved with the program: members, site supervisors, community partners, funders, host sites, and the communities served.
INTRODUCTION TO Team UP AmeriCorps: 
	Led by the United Way of Southwest Colorado (UWSC), Team UP AmeriCorps places AmeriCorps State &amp; National (ASN) members directly at local non-profits, schools, and government agencies to expand or implement new programs and projects. Members serve for a 12-month term of National Service to improve outcomes in Education, Economic Opportunity, and Healthy Futures. Team UP AmeriCorps provides hand-on experience and opportunities for training and professional development to its members while supporting communities in Southwest Colorado. Team UP AmeriCorps is currently in its fifth year of programming with plans to continue and expand in years to come. Members serve within the UWSC’s five-county region: Archuleta, La Plata, Montezuma, Dolores, and San Juan counties.
CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL UNITED WAY STAFF: 
	● Mission-focused: creates real social change that leads to better and healthier communities, and drives performance and professional motivations 
	● Relationship-oriented: understands that people come before process, and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal 
	● Collaborator: understands roles and contributions of all sectors of the community, and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement 
	● Results-driven: dedicated to promoting shared, measurable goals for the common good, as well as creating, resourcing, scaling and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact 
	● Brand steward: understands role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater United Way network 
	● Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: committed to furthering United Way’s commitment to removing barriers and providing support for Black, Indigenous, and other Peoples of Color (BIPOC)
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
● Program Planning 
	○ Lead member recruitment initiatives 
	· Assist with updating existing and creating new Position Descriptions 
	· Post Position Descriptions on Team UP Website, eGrants/myAmeriCorps, and other relevant internal and external sites 
	· Follow, update, and improve recruitment plan 
	· Attend recruitment events; speak with potential candidates about service opportunities 
	· Manage incoming member applications by scheduling and conducting Preliminary Interviews and coordinating with Host Sites 
	○ Onboard and enroll new members at program start (September) and throughout the program year (rolling enrollment) 
	· Engage and support new members prior to their Term of Service (housing support, welcome email, regular communication, etc.) 
	· Assist with enrolling and importing member info into AmeriCorps systems (eGrants &amp; OnCorps) 
	· Assist with assisting with National Service Criminal History Checks 
	· Help plan and co-facilitate Team UP AmeriCorps Member Orientation with specific focus on team-building and connection activities 
	○ As relevant, engage with potential new Host Sites and seek opportunities for program expansion 
	● Member Management 
	○ Be responsive to member and site supervisor needs by providing support, promoting professional development, and addressing concerns through problem-solving 
	○ Learn and manage the OnCorps database system 
	· Send timesheet reminders to Members and Site Supervisors 
	· Monitor timesheets for compliance and progress 
	○ Review Monthly Status Updates from members and site supervisors 
	· Recognize successes and highlights 
	· Respond to concerns and needs 
	○ Perform periodic regional Site Visits to engage with members and ensure program compliance 
	○ Perform scheduled regional 360° evaluation to provide/receive feedback on the member, host site, and AmeriCorps program 
	○ Help plan and co-facilitate monthly Cohort Connection Calls with specific focus on connection and team-building 
	○ Help plan and co-facilitate monthly Team UP AmeriCorps trainings and/or service projects with specific focus on connection, group dynamics, and “life after AmeriCorps” 
	● Communications/Outreach: 
	○ Increase Team UP AmeriCorps presence on social media by managing current and creating new accounts 
	○ Increase local knowledge of Team UP AmeriCorps through community communication 
	○ Update and possibly create new marketing and recruitment materials keeping in line with the AmeriCorps and Team UP brand guidelines 
	● Grant Compliance: 
	○ Learn about and comply with all grant contacts and program policies 
	● Host Site Support: 
	○ Assist with Site Supervisor Orientation and as-needed periodic host site trainings 
	● Data Management/Program Reporting 
	○ Assist with internal and external reporting efforts
ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 
	● Represent the AmeriCorps Director at meetings or functions when required 
	● Coordinate with UWSC’s Team UP Collective Impact Initiative 
	● Attend applicable AmeriCorps training and conferences 
	● Provide feedback on and assist with the betterment and expansion of Team UP AmeriCorps 
	● Be a steward of UWSC and AmeriCorps in our five-county region
For qualifications, please see attached full description

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