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Opportunity:

Tax Preparation Volunteer | VITA Volunteer

Description

The IRC’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers FREE tax preparation services to individuals and families with incomes below the national average, helping them maximize their tax returns. As a volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in guiding these individuals and families through the tax preparation process and connecting them with other IRC resources when needed. You’ll work one-on-one with clients, assisting them in understanding and navigating the complexities of tax preparation.
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Current Opportunity Status

Ongoing
Opportunity Type
Individual
Date
Starts:Wednesday, Jan 01, 2025
Ends:Tuesday, Apr 15, 2025
Minimum age required
18
Agency Will Provide
No Tax Experience Needed. As part of the VITA program, training will be provided with support from the IRC to become an IRS-certified VITA volunteer. This training includes a self-paced online curriculum with one-on-one assistance from IRC staff. It?s a fantastic opportunity to develop tax preparation skills while helping families and individuals who can greatly benefit from your expertise.

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
Training provided
Gain experience in tax preparation and customer service.
Obtain certification as a volunteer income tax preparer, including a certificate of completion from IRC at end of tax season.
Have opportunities to connect with fellow volunteers and IRC staff with similar interests and career goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prior to tax season
Complete tax preparation training and pass the IRS VITA certification exam at the advanced level.
Attend IRC Volunteer Orientation.
Communicate promptly with Volunteer Coordinator and VITA Supervisor.
Starting in January 2025
Prepare Federal and State tax returns in person for refugee communities and individuals and families with incomes below the national average
Greet clients in person and provide a safe and comfortable environment for them
Perform quality reviews to ensure returns are prepared correctly
Communicate promptly with VITA Supervisor any changes in schedule or other needs
TIME REQUIREMENTS
Tax Preparation Volunteers are expected to commit to at least 3-6 hours of tax preparation per week for the duration of the Tax Season (January-April 2025). Volunteers may choose from the shifts below:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,

9 AM- 12 PM (PST)
1 PM - 5 PM (PST)
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be 18 years of age or older
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Familiarity with technology and computer skills
Second language skills a plus (Spanish, Arabic, Dari, Somali, Swahili, Ukrainian, Russian, or another refugee language)
Customer service experience a plus
Experience working with refugee and immigrant communities and diverse and/or multicultural groups a plus
No tax experience necessary – training to be provided
Background check clearance

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Referred / Assigned
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What We Do...

United Way of San Diego CountyAt United Way of San Diego County (UWSD), we are your partner to ensure that all children, individuals, and families have the support they need to achieve educational success and financial security.

UWSD is committed to building a strong San Diego County by listening to the people in the distinct and vibrant communities that make up our region. As a trusted community leader, we continuously seek to understand where we can make the most meaningful impact. By collaborating with these communities, we harness the collective strength of our countywide partners — including schools, businesses, policymakers, nonprofits, and government entities.

Together, we work to scale our impact to urgently address the deeply rooted disparities in education and economic mobility. Specifically, we focus on closing gaps within our community by providing essential support in several key areas: early childhood literacy, middle and high school career readiness, and economic resources for individuals and families. By bridging these gaps, we aim to create access to opportunities that allow all San Diegans to thrive at every stage of life.

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