VITA Administrative Associate (Tax Preparer) - Temporary

Temporary Tax Return Clerk

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for completing the intake, preparing, and filing of tax returns. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises no supervision.

This position is a "temporary" position, therefore unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location Various location across San Antonio. Work Hours Schedules vary based on location; weekend and evening availability is required. Applicants can expect to work between 28-33 hours per week.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs a variety of clerical duties in assigned department including maintaining personnel records and payroll, data entry, filing, distributing mail, answering telephones, and taking messages.
• Types and proofreads reports, letters, memos, flyers, and statistical charts.
• Responds to inquiries about department services and activities; assists visitors as necessary.
• May prepare payroll and associated transactions; assists in compiling and maintaining personnel records; (e.g., weekly earnings, absences, supervisory reports, change of status, terminations, and personnel requisitions).
• Verifies and reviews correspondence for conformance with established policies and procedures.
• Orders and maintains inventory of office supplies.
• Coordinates, organizes, and maintains general office records.
• Prepares routine reports and correspondence.
• May research and compile data for special projects and reports.
• Orders supplies and equipment; maintains petty cash fund.
• Issues permits and collects associated fees.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• One (1) year experience in general clerical work; or completion of the following SA Ready to Work training programs: Finance/Insurance or Healthcare or Professional Services/Other.

Preferred Qualifications. Ability to complete and pass 40 hours of tax law instruction provided by the IRS in a classroom setting. Experience preparing and electronically filing income tax returns.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern office procedures, business letter writing, report preparation, and proper telephone etiquette.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles and methods.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform routine clerical work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and City staff.
• Ability to interpret and apply city and assigned department policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to compile, organize, maintain accurate and complete records, and files.
• Ability to learn data retrieval and input methods.

Benefits

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

Note: Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits. Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.