Leasing Manager

The Nest Iowa City; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company matching

On-the-job training

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Tailwind Group is seeking a Leasing Manager for College Town Mankato, a 110-unit student housing community in Minnesota. The role focuses on coordinating leasing strategies, delivering high-quality resident service, and managing leasing processes to maximize occupancy.

Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5:00pm, with occasional evenings/weekends based on business needs. The compensation ranges from $42,000 to $52,000 plus bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales/Marketing/Business Administration or related field.
• Experience in student housing or property management is a plus.
• Strong customer service and sales skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead leasing team to achieve 95% occupancy annually.
• Execute effective sales strategies to maximize revenue within budget.
• Conduct property tours and respond to leasing inquiries.
• Train and develop leasing staff when manager is unavailable.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, prospects, and vendors.
• Assist with campus and community marketing events and activities.

Skills

Sales & Marketing

Property management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales/Marketing/Business Admin

Tools

Entrata

Job description

Description

Tailwind Group is a top twenty owner and manager of off-campus student housing and brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace culture that is second to none. We strive to fight for the highest possible good of the people that matter most, including our team members! Attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry is an ongoing objective at Tailwind Group. We would love for you to join our team!

The Position

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

College Town Mankato is a cottage-style student housing community in Mankato, Minnesota, designed to serve students attending Minnesota State University – Mankato. The 110 unit, 481 bed community offers 3, 4, and 5-bedroom cottages with amenities that include a fitness center, resort-style swimming pool with a hot tub, tanning beds, and much more. College Town provides team members with opportunities to develop and grow their careers while delivering an unmatched living experience for our residents.

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.

The compensation range for this position is $42,000 - $52,000 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

We strive to provide our employees with the most competitive benefits package in the industry. A few of those benefits and perks include:

• 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

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 the 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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• 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.

To learn more about our core values, mission, and vision, check out: http://thetailwindgroup.com/.

A complete list of responsibilities and duties can be provided during the interview process.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship at this time. Tailwind Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.