Leasing Manager

About the role

Due to an internal promotion, we are hiring a Leasing Manager. The Leasing Manager is primarily responsible for coordinating the sales and marketing strategy of the leasing department to ensure maximum occupancy of the community. A successful Leasing Manager will provide high-quality customer service to our residents, focus on the management and implementation of the leasing processes and systems, and understand this role is critical to the reputation of the property.

The Property

Cottage Row is a cottage-style community consisting of 231 units and 792 beds, designed with Oklahoma State University students in mind.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead the property team to achieve a minimum of 95% occupancy each year.
• Utilize effective sales strategies to maximize revenues while keeping concession spend at or below budget.
• Act as lead salesperson by conducting all tours, responding to leasing inquiries, and completing follow-up with prospective residents.
• Train and develop the Leasing Specialists and/or Community Assistant to perform all above responsibilities when the Leasing Manager is unable to be onsite.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service during each encounter with residents, prospects, vendors, officials, and community members.
• Participate and assist with the execution and development of marketing efforts on campus and in the community, customer appreciation events, and other special events.
• Be an expert on current market conditions, trends, and local competitors.
• Manage all administrative, inventory, and reporting-related tasks within the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field, and/or one or more years of progressive experience in student housing.
• Relevant property management, student housing, or sales/marketing experience is a plus.

Skills

• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Possess strong administrative, organization, and communication skills.
• Be a self-motivated individual and excel at working in a team environment.
• Understand basic standards of property management including Fair Housing laws, Tenant/Landlord rights, and general real estate principles.
• Experience with Entrata software is preferred.

Schedule

This is a full-time position working a standard schedule, Monday - Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Nights or weekends may be required from time to time dependent on business needs.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $37,252.00 - $49,359.00 plus bonus potential. This range is determined by current market data based on the position requirements and complexities. Final offers of employment will be based on multiple factors including candidate education, skills, experience, and location.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance for employees and their families
• Vacation and Sick Time + 12 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company matching
• On-the-job training and career development
• Paid Parental Leave