Build capacity within DeSales Community Development by enhancing resident engagement in affordable housing, developing sustainable programming in collaboration with the Community Services Coordination (CSC) department, and laying the groundwork for potential future Community Advisory Board (CAB) initiatives. The VISTA will work to create resilient networks of social support by integrating CSC services and fostering long-term resident wellbeing. This role will focus on developing and facilitating new programming to build social cohesion among residents, creating lasting structures for community involvement, and enhancing communication channels. Additionally, the VISTA will establish opportunities for peer resource sharing to promote mutual aid and strengthen community ties.

The Marketing and Communications VISTA will enhance DeSales’ public profile, support communication strategies, build awareness of its impact in the community since 1976, and effectively share the story of DeSales’ work developing affordable housing, connecting residents to rental assistance, preventing eviction, and more for those in need. This role includes preparing for the 50th-anniversary celebration in 2026 as part of broader marketing efforts. The VISTA will help develop sustainable plans for ongoing community engagement, create compelling content, and assist with smaller fundraising activities

The Property Manager is responsible for the successful management of DeSales Community Development and Fox Grove Management’s multi-family portfolio with attention to the “double bottom lines” of financial performance and community improvement.

Saint Louis City resident preferred for general apartments maintenance. Full time, benefits including paid holidays, vacation and insurance packages including IRA w/ employer match. (effective after 90 days)