The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
This position is open to candidates with existing work authorization in the location where the position is advertised.
IRC Background: The mission of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933, the IRC has a presence in over 40 countries and 27 offices in the United States; the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.
Job Overview:
The IRC in Sacramento’s Financial Capabilities department supports English Language Learners and low- to moderate-income individuals in building their knowledge and skills in navigating US financial systems. As part of this aim, the IRC has facilitated the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Project, providing free tax preparation services for these community members.
Under the supervision of the Financial Empowerment Center Program Manager, the Tax Site Coordinator supports the coordination and day-to-day administration of the IRC’s National Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in Sacramento, California. IRC’s goal is to assist 4,000 taxpayers nationally, and 150 locally, in preparing their returns in a safe, culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.
Major Responsibilities:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the IRC’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site during tax season (January – April 2025), including but not limited to:Creation of scheduling system for client appointments at each siteCoordinating and providing technical support to volunteer tax preparersSupervision of virtual and in-person volunteer tax preparersProviding customer service to taxpayers, as neededConducting quality reviews and electronically filing tax returns;Schedule customers for tax preparation
Facilitate the launch of the VITA program including but not limited to:Recruitment and vetting of tax preparer volunteersSolidifying each site’s plan for tax intake and document collectionTrain volunteers on tax preparation process
Conduct outreach for VITA program
Complete the IRS Link and Learn tax training at the Advanced level as well as the Site Coordinator Training;
Assist with data collection and reporting;
Ensure compliance with IRS and VITA program policies and procedures, as well as IRC policies;
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; or mix of equivalent years of related work experience and education preferred;
Previous experience as a VITA volunteer strongly preferred;
Previous experience with personal income tax preparation strongly preferred;
Experience in a non-profit organization preferred;
Excellent customer service skills, including experience working with a diverse client base;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make presentations as well as the ability to supervise a large, diverse group of volunteers;
Strong organizational skills and high level of attention to detail;
High level of computer literacy; familiarity with…