Alyssa Weist
Peoria,AZ
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
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Housing Programs
Terros Health
Phoenix, AZ
05.2025 - Current
- Alysssa Weist directs strategic initiatives to enhance affordable housing accessibility for diverse populations.
- Oversees budgeting and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of funds and support operational goals.
- Mentors staff in best practices for housing management and client engagement strategies.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand housing resources and support services.
- Advocates for policy changes that promote equitable housing solutions within the community framework.
- Leads training sessions focused on compliance standards and regulatory requirements in housing operations.
- Maintains housing office systems and focused on web-based housing occupancy management system.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to provide additional support services for residents.
- Administered office staff training program to improve daily management of housing office.
- Designed customized leasing agreements that catered to individual tenant needs while adhering to legal requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, maximizing value while maintaining high-quality products and services.
- Enhanced staff performance with targeted training and professional development opportunities.
- Implemented cost-effective measures to reduce operating expenses without sacrificing quality of service.
- Spearheaded successful rent collection initiatives that led to a decrease in delinquent payments.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, reducing response times and improving building conditions.
- Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
Housing Programs Supervisor
HOM, Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Alyssa Weist was responsible for supervising between 5 and 10 front line team members, which included Housing Specialists and Administrative Support personnel who work on the interventions that HOM administers on behalf of community partners. HOM contracts with various community partners for the administration and program operations of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) and Rapid Re-Housing (RRH). The Housing Programs Supervisor’s core responsibilities are oversight of housing program operations, cohesive team building and supervision, and participation on the Leadership Team. Operational responsibilities include:
- Oversaw and audited program activities to ensure the delivery of consistent, accurate, quality, and compliant program operations for the various housing programs
- Monitored Housing Specialists’ data entry in housing software and proper maintenance of participant files; including evaluation of initial and annual income eligibility determination, client rent calculations, execution of program contract documents, voucher status, and program terminations
- Generated, evaluated, and analyzed reports from housing software platform to assist in program evaluation and team needs
- Ensured and monitored timely completion of annual re-examinations for program participants by Housing Specialists in accordance with program rules/regulations
- Assisted the Training Coordinator in development of program training needs/plans for their teams and individual contributors on the team
Housing Specialist
HOM, Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
02.2020 - 10.2020
- As a Housing Specialist, Alyssa Weist managed a caseload of approximately 225 - 250 participants in various supportive housing programs that are funded by state, federal and local units of government or other agencies. Housing Specialists are responsible for the management of each participant’s entire participation in the housing program, including the initial admission and move-in, interim and annual certifications, unit transfers, and program termination. The Housing Specialist’s main responsibilities included:
- Schedule, attend and participate in case conference meetings with the supportive services and case management teams regarding housing stability issues the program participant may be experiencing
- Evaluate and verify program participant income, assets, expenses in accordance with HUD regulations and specific program guidelines/regulations/practices
- Coordinate and work closely with inter-departmental teams involving housing program processes including Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspections, housing location assistance for hard to house participants, and owner relations on behalf of program participants
- Advocacy for program participants in the community
- Perform extensive data entry in housing software platform for program participants, dwelling units, landlords, and other housing program related information
- Developed and maintained partnerships with local housing agencies to streamline service delivery.
Regional Property Manager
FSL
Phoenix, AZ
10.2014 - 02.2020
- Alyssa Weist provided oversight of six (6) apartment communities consisting of 400 units. The Regional Manager was responsible for all aspects of staff and property management, including:
- Conducted regular site visits to evaluate property conditions, identifying areas requiring improvements or repairs before escalating into larger issues.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to resolve any disputes or litigations effectively while minimizing risk exposure for managed properties.
- Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
- Maintaining program compliance at each site with state and federal guidelines, as well as monthly visits for each property
- Lead property lease up’s for new builds as well as reviewed tenant files in preparation for annual audits
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to enhance property performance across multiple locations.
- Mentored and trained property management teams, fostering professional growth and improving service delivery.
Property Manager
Centurion Property Management
Surprise, AZ
01.2010 - 09.2014
- As a Property Manager, Alyssa Weist managed a 180-unit LIHTC community. Alyssa’s main responsibilities included:
- Managed rent collection and accounting
- Processed timely annual re-certifications and new move-in’s
- Worked closely with the AMA on various projects and committee boards
- Managed tenant relations, ensuring prompt resolution of issues and maintaining high satisfaction levels.
- Oversaw property maintenance schedules, coordinating with vendors to enhance operational efficiency.
- Streamlined lease administration processes, improving accuracy and reducing turnaround times for agreements.
- Led a team of maintenance staff, providing training and support to improve service delivery standards.
- Fostered relationships with local businesses to enhance community engagement and promote property visibility.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.
- Reduced vacancy periods by implementing strategic marketing initiatives targeting specific demographics within the community.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ2021
HCV Specialist Certification - undefined
Nan McKay
01-2020
Diploma - undefined
Hamilton High School
01-2006
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Asset management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Stakeholder engagement
- Professionalism
- Strategic planning
- Policy implementation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Boards and Committee Participation
- 2025 - Current: Secretary, Earll Professional Plaza HOA Board
- 2018 – 2020: Committee Member, Health and Wellness Committee, FSL
- 2010 – 2014: Committee Member, Project Safe and Manager’s Coalition, AMA
Timeline
Director of Housing Programs
Terros Health
05.2025 - Current
Housing Programs Supervisor
HOM, Inc.
10.2020 - 12.2023
Housing Specialist
HOM, Inc.
02.2020 - 10.2020
Regional Property Manager
FSL
10.2014 - 02.2020
Property Manager
Centurion Property Management
01.2010 - 09.2014
HCV Specialist Certification - undefined
Nan McKay
Diploma - undefined
Hamilton High School
Associate of Arts -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College