Heather Leeper Earl
About Heather Leeper Earl
Heather Leeper Earl serves as the Housing Specialist Lead II for Special Programs at the City of Scottsdale, where she has worked since 2021. With a strong background in socioeconomics and diversity, she specializes in affordable housing initiatives and manages various housing programs.
Work at City of Scottsdale
Heather Leeper Earl has been employed at the City of Scottsdale since 2021, serving as a Housing Specialist II. In this role, she has focused on various aspects of housing assistance and management. In 2022, she advanced to the position of Housing Specialist Lead II Special Programs, where she oversees special housing initiatives. Her responsibilities include managing programs such as the Emergency Housing Voucher and Foster Youth to Independence, which are critical for providing support to vulnerable populations.
Education and Expertise
Heather Leeper Earl studied at Rio Salado College from 2001 to 2004, earning a degree in Social Sciences. Additionally, she attended Century 21 Real Estate and Truckee Meadows Community College, where she studied Real Estate and Accounting, respectively, in the early 1990s. Her educational background, combined with her skills in UPCS inspection, equips her with the knowledge necessary for maintaining housing quality standards and supporting affordable housing initiatives.
Background in Housing Management
Before joining the City of Scottsdale, Heather worked for the Housing Authority of Maricopa County as a Property Manager from 2004 to 2020. During her 16-year tenure, she gained extensive experience in housing management and operations. Prior to that, she worked at the State of Arizona as a PSE from 2000 to 2004, where she developed foundational skills in public service and housing assistance.
Skills in Affordable Housing Initiatives
Heather possesses a strong background in socioeconomics and diversity, which enhances her ability to address the needs of various communities within affordable housing initiatives. She has expertise in managing Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlists, which is essential for the effective allocation of public housing resources. Her skills contribute to her effectiveness in implementing programs that support individuals and families in need of housing assistance.