36319BR

　　Extended Job Title:

　　LITC Community Outreach Coordinator

　　Position Description:

　　Performs supervisory and coordinative work in the operation of a specific program or departmental project. Responsibilities involve the coordination and supervision of the various functions and aspects of a specific program as well as the monitoring of program staff and operational procedures. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on results obtained. May supervise program staff, volunteers and student assistants.

　　Requisition ID:

　　36319BR

　　Travel Required:

　　Up to 25%

　　Major/Essential Functions:

　　Publicizing the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) to the community through press releases, speaking appearances, and personal visits to professional organization meetings, as well as radio and television, telephone contacts, letters to various social service agencies, and any other means of educating the public on services available.

　　Maintaining and establishing partnerships with and collaborating with outreach efforts and educational workshops in cooperation with social service agencies, schools, churches, and other entities in the LITC service area of 88 counties.

　　Scheduling educational workshops in the LITC service area for LITC Director and students.

　　Conducting initial screening of taxpayer eligibility for services.

　　Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor and/or clinic director.

　　Grant Funded?:

　　Yes

　　Minimum Hire Rate:

　　16.43

　　Pay Basis:

　　Hourly

　　Schedule Details:

　　Travel for Community Outreach

　　Work Location:

　　Lubbock

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Two years of experience with outreach and community education to low-income community, minority, and/or English as a second language groups; Ability to communicate fluently and effectively (verbally and written) in Spanish and English. Ability to travel and provide own transportation. Must be able to work some evenings and Saturdays.

　　Preferred experience preparing reports and organizing large quantities of data. Knowledge or experience with tax is not required.

　　Department:

　　School of Law

　　Required Attachments:

　　Cover Letter, Resume / CV

　　Job Type:

　　Part Time

　　Job Group:

　　Office and Admn Wkrs All Other

　　Shift:

　　Day

　　Required Qualifications:

　　High school graduation plus five years progressively responsible related experience; additional related education may exchange for required experience on a year for year basis.

　　Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

　　No

　　About the Department and/or College:

　　The School of Law has approximately 438 students and 40 full-time faculty members. The School of Law is an integral part of the University and offers 10 dual-degree programs with other Texas Tech schools and colleges. The School of Law has a strong focus on students and is committed to a practical education to produce practice-ready graduates.

　　Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, and a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

　　Safety Information:

　　Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

　　Pay Statement:

　　Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

　　EEO Statement:

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

　　About the University:

　　Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

　　About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.