Leasing Professional - Apartment Community

About the role

This position coordinates the community's marketing, leasing and renewal strategies to reach occupancy, revenue and resident retention goals. It covers all activities related to leasing new residents, keeping residents satisfied during their tenancy and securing lease renewals. The role is onsite at a Greystar-managed apartment community.

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 repairs with the maintenance team.
• Track market and competitor conditions, develop marketing plans and follow concession and special programs to sustain occupancy.
• Run marketing activities such as resident referrals, employer outreach and online advertising, and use property management software (OneSite, Yardi) to track availability, traffic and resident data.
• Keep show units and the leasing office in top condition, and follow up with prospects and new residents to close deals and renewals.
• Prepare renewal letters and packages, contact renewing residents before move-out and make sure renewals are signed on time.
• Respond promptly to resident and owner questions and escalate requests to the right people.

Required profile

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

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $19.00 - $21.00, with possible weekly, monthly or quarterly bonuses depending on the role.
• 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 birthday off after 1 year.
• Housing discount at Greystar communities, a 6-week paid sabbatical after 10 years, parental leave and fertility benefit reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program and additional insurance options.