Limited Duration Tax Paralegal - Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC)

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time Tax Paralegal Navigator for its Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC), a statewide program providing legal assistance to low-income Oregonians with federal tax controversy and related state tax matters. The LITC also delivers education and outreach to communities for whom English is not the primary language spoken at home. This position requires in-person work but is eligible for partial remote work from anywhere in Oregon. The role is funded by a 24-month grant award from the Oregon State Bar Legal Services Program, with the possibility of contract renewal contingent upon state funding levels in the 2027-2028 biennium.

About LASO

LASO is a non-profit organization representing low-income clients in civil cases. Committed to advocacy strategies with broad impact on client community problems, LASO operates eight regional offices across Oregon and three statewide programs specializing in issues for farmworkers, Native Americans, and low-income taxpayers. LASO serves over 220,000 individuals in poverty across every county, prioritizing equity in client services and internal operations. The organization is dedicated to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Outreach Team to develop and expand the program’s capacity to host Facilitated Self-Assistance clinics statewide, including attending community events on behalf of the program.
• Support the LITC in extending tax assistance and education to under-resourced areas of the state.
• Identify significant issues impacting the client community and engage in advocacy to drive systemic change.
• Provide administrative support to the Program Director, including day-to-day tasks, invoice processing, grant report preparation, and client assistance as needed.
• Conduct trauma-informed intake interviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the LASO LITC Program Director.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in tax or other regulatory program navigation or case management.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English, including public speaking.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of delivering high-quality work efficiently.
• Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for legal rights and access to the law for low-income Oregonians.
• Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively and learn independently.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency, and addressing systemic racism and oppression.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, valuing collective problem-solving and sustainable workload distribution.
• Willingness to assist with administrative tasks and duties.

Preference will be given to candidates who are bilingual in Spanish or another language commonly spoken by LASO’s client population, as well as those with prior experience in tax navigation or facilitated self-assistance programs. Please indicate language proficiency in application materials.

Pay

Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary ranges are as follows:

• $46,200 – $52,200 for 0-5 years’ experience
• $53,400 – $58,200 for 6-10 years’ experience
• $59,400 – $70,200 for 11-20 years’ experience

Salaries are determined by relevant work experience and LASO’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional annual compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• 6% employer retirement contribution.
• Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Paid moving expenses.

Schedule

Work week is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Occasional after-hours and weekend work may be required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work in an office environment, including shared workspaces, in-person and virtual meetings.
• Occasional statewide travel requiring a valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire).
• Extended periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.