United Way of South Central Michigan
Location
Ann Arbor, MI | United States
Job description
Why work as a VITA Associate?
Opportunity to work for an organization making a significant impact in the community.
Join a team that embraces Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and people-centered values.
Hybrid work opportunity allowing some work at home flexibility.
37.5 hour work week.
Title: | VITA Associate - Washtenaw County VITA Lead | Group/Team: | Community Impact |
Reports To: | VITA Services Director | Status: | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) |
FLSA Classification: | Salaried, Exempt | Salary Minimum: | $43,200 |
POSITION SUMMARY
The VITA Associate is a member of United Way of South Central Michigan's Community Impact team and is responsible for administering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in the Washtenaw County area. This position is specifically focused on helping low-income individuals and families access tax and emergency assistance to achieve financial stability.
The VITA Associate will oversee VITA services and partner sites within Washtenaw County during the tax season and operate year-round tax services. This position is housed out of the United Way of Washtenaw County office. The position is hybrid (remote and in-person) most of the year and in-person in the Washtenaw office and other locations within Washtenaw County during tax season.
The position requires frequent travel throughout Washtenaw County during tax season with occasional travel to Lansing throughout the year for meetings and trainings. Evening and weekend work are required during tax season.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF POSITION
JOB REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
SALARY
All the roles within UWSCMI have pay ranges that commensurate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the successful candidate. The minimum annual salary for this position is $43,200 . This is a bargaining unit position. The salary range for this position is identified in the current ratified AFL-CIO OPEIU Local 459 agreement.
ABOUT UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN
United Way of South Central Michigan (UWSCMI) gathers the power of three legacy organizations-Capital Area United Way, United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region, and United Way of Jackson County-to mobilize financial and volunteer resources, partners, and voices, creating equitable and lasting change for the most vulnerable people in our communities.
Our vision: Strong, caring communities where every person is valued, thriving, and connected for the common good.
Our path: Our work lifts our local communities by reducing racial and economic disparities; addressing the needs of ALICE (Asset-Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households in financial stability, education, health, and basic needs; and creating opportunities for every person to reach their full potential.
EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
UWSCMI is committed to dismantling systemic inequities that continue to cause harm for Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) people, women, and people with disabilities. We believe that these communities must be centered in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. Together, we will continue to build capacity and accountability into our policies, practices, and partnerships.
NOTE
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
BACKGROUND CHECK DISCLOSURE
We require background checks for certain roles. The checks are completed by ProScreening and results are only ever communicated to the Hiring Manager if they may impact someone's employment. We do not use prior arrests, only convictions. These convictions will only be considered as hiring criteria if they are directly connected to the roles & responsibilities of the job (for example, financial related convictions for a finance officer). We know that the criminal legal system is not equitable, and negatively impacts marginalized communities - specifically people of color - at rates much higher than other identities. This is why our background check process is only in place for explicit situations.
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE
United Way of South Central Michigan offers a competitive total rewards package including a competitive salary, medical coverage with an employer contribution of 90% towards single coverage and 75% towards dependent coverage, dental and vision with a 90% employer contribution towards single and dependent coverage, life insurance with an employer-paid benefit of 2 times annual salary, short-term disability and long-term disability effective the date of hire. In addition, United Way provides a 10% employer contribution into the 403(b) retirement plan each year with full vesting after 3 years of service and 20 days Paid Time Off, 13 days Paid Sick Time, 5 Paid Volunteer Days, 3 Floating Holidays and 11 Paid Holidays each year (Paid time off, sick time. Paid volunteer time and floating holidays are prorated the first year). Hybrid and/or remote work arrangements are available for many positions.
Job tags
Salary
$43.2k