VITA Program Coordinator

Employment Type: Full Time (Split Program)rnFLSA Status: Non-ExemptrnCompensation: $20.53/hour - $26.28/hour in 6 steps (Estimated November -May)rn $17.53/hour - $22.44/hour in 6 steps (Estimated June - October)rnApplication Deadline: Open Until Filledrn rnMISSION STATEMENT:rnJoin Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO) and make a difference in Kings County, CA as a VITA Program Coordinator/NEHP Program Assistant. KCAO envisions a future where all people in Kings County are able to live with dignity, have access to available resources and have the opportunity, motivation and ability to live economically productive and satisfying lives.rnOur Mission: Working as a team, KCAO will seek and provide programs that develop self-sufficiency in individuals, families, and communities within Kings County.rnOur Vision: Kings County residents and communities will achieve self-sufficiency through the high quality and client-focused programs of KCAO.rnWe are a private nonprofit helping people and changing lives in Kings County since 1965. Do you see yourself as part of our team of passionate, committed, and caring people?rn rnJOB SUMMARY:rnUnder the supervision of the Director of NEHP, the VITA Program Coordinator / Program Assistant position supports the NEHP Department\'s various seasonal operations. For an estimated 7 months of the year, the VITA Program Coordinator is responsible to plan, organize and provide supervision and oversight for assigned Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) project; including, training VITA Specialists, onboarding volunteers, inputting tax data into a specified software program, scheduling tax appointments, community marketing, and filing individual taxes. For the remaining estimated 5 months of the year, the NEHP Program Assistant will provide clerical and general support to the Day Care Homes program and the Food Bank Warehouse operations, as needed.rn rnDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:rnVITA PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Pay Grade 27: Estimated November - May)rnrnCoordinate and implement tax program.rnMarket tax program, recruit volunteers, supervise, and train staff and volunteers.rnPrepare tax returns and educate customers about their tax returns.rnMonitor program activities ensuring activities are running smoothly; respond to questions and complaints. rnPrepare a variety of reports and other documents such as operating, activity and statistical reports, promotional materials; present materials to interested groups. rnProvide input into the development of budgets, including determining staffing and materials; Assists with developing fundraising campaigns and soliciting sponsor and sponsorship packages. rnEnsure that all potential volunteers and interns receive an appropriate and professional response promoting KCAO programs that result in enrollment as a volunteer.rnTrain volunteers and VITA Specialists to complete individual tax returns.rnConduct interviews and assist with completion of volunteer/specialists enrollment processes.rnTrain volunteers/specialists according to KCAO established policies/procedures and VITA requirements.rnrn rnNEHP PROGRAM ASSISTANT (Pay Grade 22: Estimated June - October)rnrnAssists with monitoring family child care providers to ensure compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Child Care Regulations.rnAssists with reviewing child care providers menu planning worksheets and menus for compliance with CACFP regulations.rnVerifies meal count sheets with attendance records.rnAssists in preparation of trainings for family child care providers.rnMay assist with monitoring CACFP eligibility and license documentation for family child care providers.rnAssist with receiving warehouse deliveries and assists with food bank warehouse inventory.rnMay deliver meals to summer food service sites.rnMay assist with monitoring summer food service sites for compliance.rnPerforms other duties as required. rnParticipate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as directed.rnrn rnEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:rnrnAssociate\'s degree in business management or related field (Preferred) and 6 months experience with tax preparation and 1 year experience with general clerical experience in an office setting.rnrnORrnrnHigh school diploma (or equivalent) and one-year experience with tax preparation and 2 years\' experience with general clerical experience in an office setting.rnrnANDrnrnStrong organizational, time management and communication skills.rnBasic tax knowledge and computer skills for inputting tax return information into tax software.rnrn rnOTHER REQUIREMENTS:rnrnTravel and attend out of area meetings and conferences as required per the funding source(s).rnComplete trainings to be certified to complete individual income taxes.rnWork variable hours and days, including those outside regular Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. business hours.rnReliably and consistently report to assigned work location on time.rnAbility to be contacted outside of regularly scheduled work hours in case of emergencyrnMeet and maintain KCAO employment requirements which include: rnrnCriminal Record Clearance through the California Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Centralized Index (CACI).rnReliable, insured transportation and valid California Driver License. rnMotor Vehicle Report (MVR) acceptable to KCAO\'s vehicle insurer.rnHealth examination with tuberculin clearance.rnrnrnrn rnKCAO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free WorkplacernKCAO participates in the E-Verify program that electronically confirms an employee\'s authorization to work in the United States that complies with the I-9 form.