Leasing Professional - La Terraza

About the role

A full-time Leasing Professional is needed for the garden-style, stabilized community La Terraza in San Jose, California. The role coordinates the community's marketing, leasing and renewal strategy to reach occupancy, revenue and resident retention goals, and works entry-level (1-2 years experience) on a Friday-to-Tuesday 9am-6pm schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Sell and lease apartments: greet and qualify prospects, give tours, process applications, run credit and background checks, prepare leases and move-in packages, and ensure a smooth move-in.
• Inspect apartments before move-in and schedule outstanding items with maintenance.
• Track market and competitor conditions, develop short- and long-term marketing plans, and follow concession and special programs.
• Run marketing activities such as resident referrals, employer outreach and online advertising, and use property management software (OneSite, Yardi) to track availability and resident data.
• Keep show units and the leasing office in top condition and follow up with prospects and new residents.
• Support lease renewals with renewal letters and packages, and respond promptly to resident and owner concerns.

Required profile

• All state and local licenses and certifications required for the job.
• Valid driver's license to operate a golf cart on property.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, climb ladders, lift up to 25 pounds alone and 50 pounds with help, and work indoors and outdoors in all weather.
• Flexible schedule including call-outs on evenings, weekends and holidays; occasional travel to other properties or training.

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $20-$22, with possible weekly, monthly or quarterly bonuses depending on whether the role is corporate or onsite.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match up to 6% after 6 months.
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days and 11 paid holidays, plus a 6-week paid sabbatical after 10 years.
• Paid parental leave, fertility benefit reimbursement, employee assistance program and onsite housing discount for onsite team members.