Leasing Manager

DescriptionUp Campus Management is hiring a Leasing & Marketing Manager to lead leasing performance, team development, and market execution at Fieldhouse Dinkytown, a large-scale student housing community steps from the University of Minnesota. This role is ideal for a driven, hands-on student housing leader who thrives in fast-paced leasing environments, knows how to coach teams to higher performance, and uses data (not just trends) to drive results. THE OPPORTUNITY The Leasing & Marketing Manager plays a critical role in driving occupancy and revenue through direct leasing involvement, team leadership, and disciplined execution of marketing strategy. This is not a desk-only role; you will be actively touring, closing, sending leases, analyzing performance, and developing a high-performing leasing team. In the first 6 to 12 months, success in this role looks like:Measurable leasing momentum driven by your direct involvement in tours, follow-ups, and closingA strong, accountable leasing team that performs consistently and improves over timeMarketing and leasing efforts executed within budget, using data to guide decisionsThis position reports to the General Manager and works closely with corporate leasing and marketing partners. WHAT YOU’LL DO Leasing Execution & PerformanceTake a hands-on role in leasing: conduct tours, follow up with prospects, send leases, and close dealsProvide real-time feedback and coaching to improve leasing conversations, objection handling, and close ratesMonitor daily, weekly, and monthly leasing performance using Entrata and internal dashboardsLead leasing strategy meetings informed by traffic trends, conversion data, and market conditionsOversee pre-leasing strategy, unit assignments, concessions, and renewal effortsEnsure leasing systems and guest cards are clean, accurate, and consistently updatedTeam Leadership & DevelopmentHire, train, and develop leasing professionals, interns, and ambassadorsLead with accountability while maintaining a collaborative, team-first cultureCoach through performance gaps and keep momentum moving during peak leasing cyclesModel work ethic, professionalism, and humility (leading from the front, not the sidelines)Marketing, Brand & Market PresenceExecute leasing and marketing initiatives aligned with brand standards and the approved budgetMaintain an active presence at campus, Greek life, and community eventsBuild partnerships with student organizations, academic groups, and local businessesSupport social and digital marketing efforts with on-the-ground insights and performance feedbackBalance creativity with analytics—using data to evaluate what actually convertsReporting & Budget DisciplineTrack leasing KPIs and provide regular performance insights to leadershipAdhere to marketing and leasing budgets while maximizing ROIIdentify opportunities to optimize spend based on performance trendsRequirementsWHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Required ExperienceStudent housing experience is requiredExperience managing a mid-size to large student housing communityPrior lease-up experience strongly preferredWorking knowledge of Entrata or a comparable student housing CRMProven ability to lead leasing teams and drive results in competitive marketsThe Right Fit Will BeHands-on, driven, and comfortable being in the leasing trenchesAnalytical and data-oriented—not just a trend followerA leader who balances accountability with humility and kindnessOrganized, proactive, and able to keep teams focused during high-volume periodsComfortable working evenings and weekends during peak leasing seasonsSCHEDULE & EXPECTATIONSFull-time, exempt roleCore schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–6:00pmEvenings and weekends required, primarily to support leasing activity and lease executionOn-site, highly engaged roleWHY FIELDHOUSE DINKYTOWN Fieldhouse Dinkytown offers a one-of-a-kind student living experience, combining resort-style amenities, fully furnished apartments, and a vibrant, campus-driven community. This role gives you the opportunity to make a direct impact on leasing success, shape team performance, and grow within a high-performing student housing organization.