25-26¿City of Evanston¿ Housing Action Corps

The Housing Coordinator VISTA will serve with the City of Evanston in Evanston, IL from August 2025-2026. The City of Evanston 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. The City of Evanston¿s vision is to create the most livable city in America. However, soaring housing costs threaten the vibrancy that makes Evanston such an attractive place to live. Housed in the City¿s Community Development Department, the Housing Coordinator VISTA will increase the City¿s collaboration with local and regional organizations, improve our communication with community members seeking housing assistance, and accelerate our data-driven approach to addressing the City¿s housing needs. By strengthening our anti-displacement strategies and enhancing our production and preservation of affordable housing, this VISTA project will increase the long-term stability of our community members. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who is collaborative and a relationship-builder. They should be an effective writer and communicator, data savvy, and demonstrate attention to detail. This position offers a $1,000 monthly housing stipend.