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Volunteer Opportunities

We have a variety of volunteer positions that can give you the chance to help make a difference.

If you or someone you know is interested in the following opportunities or if you have specific questions, please contact Volunteer Services at (312) 630-0244 or via email.

Tax Preparer 

  • This is a seasonal position (January thru April); we accept volunteer applications for this position from October thru January.
  • Responsibilities:
    1. Assist clients with preparing current, prior year and amended federal and state income tax returns.
    2. Provide counseling to clients on tax law and tax credits, W-4 forms and W-5 forms.
  • Time commitment: At minimum, four hours/week for nine weeks during tax season (January through April)
  • Training: new volunteers – a minimum of nine hours; returning volunteers – a minimum of three hours. Training is held in January prior to start of tax season. 
  • Requirement: Volunteers must attend training and pass a certification test.
  • Skills & Qualifications: Computer proficiency, dependable, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
> Download the full job description for the Tax Preparer position. 
> Find the nearest tax site.
> Apply now.  

Tax Site Assistant 

  • This is a seasonal position (January thru April); we accept volunteer applications for this position from October thru January.
  • Responsibilities: 
    1. Assist the sites with non-tax oriented volunteer activities, such as translating, greeting, client screening, photocopying, or other administrative duties.  
    2. Site managers at the tax sites will determine specific duties of each volunteer.
  • Time commitment: At minimum, four hours/week for nine weeks during tax season (January through April)
  • Training: On-the-job training or on-site orientation where available
  • Skills & Qualifications: Dependable, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and bilingual volunteers are a plus.
> Download the full job description for the Tax Site Assistant position. 
> Apply now.

Tax Representative
  • This is a year-round position; we accept volunteer applications for this position throughout the year. 
  • Responsibilities:
    1. Represent low-income clients on federal and state income tax issues.
    2. Work on cases and meet with clients the Center has pre-screened by attending Tax Help Days, held on select Saturdays. Telecommuting is available.
  • Time commitment: Flexible
  • Training: On-the-job training and special training sessions as needed
  • Skills & Qualifications: Some familiarity with tax law or a willingness to learn. CPAs, attorneys and Enrolled Agents often fit well in this position.
> Download the full job description: 
For certified CPAs, attorneys, or Enrolled Agents, click here.  
For non-certified volunteers, click here.
> Apply now.  
     

 


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