Leasing Professional - Queens Wedgewood

About the role

A Leasing Professional is needed for a stabilized midrise apartment community of 221 units in Queens Wedgewood, Houston. The role coordinates the community's marketing, leasing and renewal strategies to reach occupancy, revenue and resident retention goals, and works Monday to Friday with rotating weekends. The hourly pay range is $19.00 - $21.00.

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 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 and resident data.
• Keep show units and the leasing office in top condition, and follow up with prospects and new residents.
• Support lease renewals by preparing renewal letters and packages and contacting renewing residents before move-out.
• Respond promptly to resident and owner questions and requests.

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

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, with low employee-only medical costs.
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days and 11 paid holidays, plus birthday off after 1 year.
• 401(k) with company match up to 6% after 6 months, paid parental leave and fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000.
• Employee assistance program, onsite housing discount and a 6-week paid sabbatical after 10 years.
• Eligibility for weekly, monthly and quarterly bonus programs for onsite positions.