Loading
Please wait... Loading

 

 

SITE COORDINATOR

As a Site Coordinator,  you provide leadership over site operations and are readily available to address any issues that may arise. Your responsibilities include creating and managing schedules for all volunteers to guarantee sufficient coverage, along with maintaining adequate supplies and equipment at your site. This position requires tax law certification, site coordinator certification, and a mandatory Site Coordinator orientation. 

 

STEP ONE: CREATE A UNITED WAY SUNCOAST VOLUNTEER ACCOUNT

All Site Coordinators must have a UWS account to participate in VITA.

  • Returning Volunteers: Log in to your UWS acount by clicking the yellow "log in" button at the top right corning of this page.
  • New Volunteers: To create an account, click here.

STEP TWO: REGISTER

All Site Cordinators, new and existing, are required to complete the Registration form annually. To continue, verify you are logged in to your UWS account then complete the 2025 Registration Form below. Volunteers who do not complete the Registration Form will not receive important notifications regarding the VITA program.

STEP THREE: CERTIFY

There are 3 ways to certify, in-person, virtual and self-certification. New Site Coordinators are strongly encouraged to participate in-person or virtual, as these sessions are specifically designed to guide volunteers through softwate navigation. Experienced Site Coordinators who have previously volunteered with VITA can opt for self-certification.

 

 

STEP FOUR: REGISTER FOR THE IRS/UWS SITE COORDINATOR ORIENTATION:

Site Coordinators are required to attend the Site Coordinator orientation before the site opens. Please note that Site Coordinators should not register for the Tax Preparer Orientation, as it is not required.

The Site Coordinator orientation session aims to enhance comprehension of the expectations outlined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and United Way Suncoast (UWS) while we engage in serving our neighbors and communities. This orientation is a crucial component of preparing volunteers for their roles in the program. During this session, program managers will provide information about:

  • Updates to tax law
  • Safety guidelines
  • How to sign up for volunteer opportunities
  • Where to find support when you have questions
  • The most common questions that taxpayers have when they visit a site

All orientation sessions have ended. Reach out to vita@uwsuncoast.org with any questions.

 

Optional Q&A: Connect, Engage, Ask, Discover

Whether you're new to VITA or in need of additional support, gather your questions and join one of our Connect, Engage, Ask, Discover sessions. These virtual sessions, led by an IRS professional, provide an open forum for volunteers to ask any questions or express concerns related to VITA.

 

CLICK HERE to view the tax alerts shared by the IRS.

 

For questions, email vita@uwsuncoast.org.

 

Common Messages