Leasing Specialist

Description

The role is responsible for developing marketing programs to generate prospective residents and converting them into actual residents, while achieving occupancy goals for the property.

• Greet and answer questions from prospects and residents by phone and in person professionally.
• Develop print and online marketing and advertising strategies.
• Conduct daily follow‑up on guest cards.
• Participate in outreach activities, distribute flyers and marketing materials.
• Facilitate move‑in process: tour models/vacant units, set up mini‑models, promote property and handle lease signing.
• Assist with application verifications.
• Conduct marketing surveys, analyze competitors, and prepare marketing reports.
• Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, Fair Housing, ADA, FCRA, and other laws.

Requirements

• Minimum two years’ experience in marketing/leasing and customer service.
• High school diploma required; college marketing coursework preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; creativity in marketing presentations; detail‑oriented with applications and compliance.
• Knowledge of RealPage software is a plus.
• Familiarity with LIHTC, Section 8, or mixed‑finance properties is a plus.

Benefits

This primarily office‑based position requires flexibility to tour models, distribute marketing materials, and work evenings or weekends as needed. Pay is targeted at $20.00 per hour, with individual rates based on location, skills, experience, and education.

Michaels offers a competitive wage, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, generous paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and a scholarship program for employees' children. The company promotes professional development, a team‑oriented culture, and an inclusive environment where all are welcome.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance