Keya L. Brooks
Little Rock,Arkansas
Summary
Housing professional prepared for leadership roles, offering extensive experience in housing management and strategic operations. Known for delivering impactful results through innovative solutions and strong team collaboration. Reliable and adaptable, with key skills in project management, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
LRSD, NLRSD and Pulaski County School District
01.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Director of Housing Administration
Pulaski County Housing
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided management and leadership required to successfully support the daily operations of eight Housing Programs ensuring effective performance and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges facing the organization.
- Enhanced staff performance with targeted training and professional development opportunities.
- Oversaw financial operations, ensuring budget compliance and optimizing resource allocation.
- Improved communication between staff and residents through regular meetings and transparent reporting practices.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to provide additional support services for residents.
- Administered office staff training program that improved the daily management of housing office.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
Property Manager
Integra Management - Terrace Green Apartments
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Manage all aspects of 100+ LIHTC apartment units
- Oversee financial budget, operating expense, and reports accordingly
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
Instructor
Shorter College 2nd Chance Pell Program Wrightsville Men Correctional Facility
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback as needed
- Provided status updates, reports, and online grading through CAMS
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Tax Preparer/Bookkeeper
Truman Management
02.1992 - 08.2021
- Researched and prepared small business plans
- Processed small business payroll and bookkeeping, account receivable and payables
- Formulated simple to complex tax returns for individuals and small businesses
Residential Aid
Little Rock Job Corps
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Provided direct supervision and behavior modifications
- Informal counseling related to stress management and personal issues
- Facilitated small group discussions on life skills, peer mediation, conflict resolution, etc.
Assistant Title III Director
Arkansas Baptist College
04.2012 - 08.2016
- Student Retention - academic advising, counseling, organize and implement on campus activities, monitor student progress and referrals to resources with a goal of life skills and graduation
- Compiled, recorded, and evaluated financial data to verify completeness, accuracy and determined eligibility
- Facilitated with department supervisors as to certify their eligibility for continuing grant funding
Site Coordinator
Little Rock Housing Authority
07.2006 - 10.2009
- Supervised all aspects of property management for 312 LIHTC apartment units
- Conducted home visits to ensure compliance with health and safety standards
- Coordinated events and programs for tenants such as the GED testing site
Military Housing Manager
Camp Pike Professional Education Center
04.1998 - 05.2006
- Direct supervision for housekeeping, registration, and transportation (Full staff of 57)
- Interview, hire, train, evaluate, shift scheduling, and resolve employee issues
- Maintain compliance with building and transportation maintenance
- Implemented cost-saving measures in utility usage through energy-efficient upgrades and regular inspections of military housing properties.
- Collaborated with contractors to complete renovation projects on schedule and within budget, improving overall property aesthetics and functionality.
Education
Master of Arts - Business Administration
Webster University
05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Community Development
Arkansas Baptist College
05.2016
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Behavioral modification techniques
- Regulatory adherence
- Budget management
- Staff training
- Financial analysis
- Community engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- Project management
Achievements And Affiliations
- Central Arkansas Team Care for the Homeless - Board of Directors
- From GED 2 PHD and a few things in between Mentoring - Founder/CEO
- Delta Sigma Theta - Member
- Businesswomen of America - Member
- AR Homeless Coalition - Member
- AR Behavioral Health Planning & Advisory Council - Member
- Americans for Prosperity
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
LRSD, NLRSD and Pulaski County School District
01.2025 - Current
Director of Housing Administration
Pulaski County Housing
06.2022 - 12.2024
Instructor
Shorter College 2nd Chance Pell Program Wrightsville Men Correctional Facility
01.2020 - 09.2021
Property Manager
Integra Management - Terrace Green Apartments
03.2019 - 06.2022
Residential Aid
Little Rock Job Corps
11.2016 - 09.2018
Assistant Title III Director
Arkansas Baptist College
04.2012 - 08.2016
Site Coordinator
Little Rock Housing Authority
07.2006 - 10.2009
Military Housing Manager
Camp Pike Professional Education Center
04.1998 - 05.2006
Tax Preparer/Bookkeeper
Truman Management
02.1992 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Community Development
Arkansas Baptist College
Master of Arts - Business Administration
Webster University
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