The Affordable Housing Development VISTA will serve with Garfield Park Community Council in Chicago, IL from September 2026-2027. Garfield Park Community Council (GPCC) is part of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Action Corps members receive custom training, support, and networking opportunities in housing and community development, in addition to the traditional benefits of AmeriCorps VISTA. Learn more: housingactionil.org/americorps. GPCC is a community-building organization working to increase and maintain affordable housing in the Garfield Park community on the West Side of Chicago. GPCC offers housing counseling and emergency housing support, owns a 40-unit affordable senior housing building, and is working to reoccupy vacant homes and expand our housing development activities. The Affordable Housing Development VISTA will work closely with the Executive Director and community stakeholders to develop plans to acquire and rehab existing multifamily rental properties to preserve them as affordable rental housing. Our ideal candidate is excited to learn about real estate and affordable housing development. Knowledge of Excel and experience with real estate, finance, data management, and community engagement are all preferred, but not required. The position will interface with community volunteers, partners, real estate brokers, developers, and organizational staff and board, so candidates must demonstrate effective communication and presentation skills. This position offers a $400 monthly housing benefit.