Leasing Manager

Tailwind Group; Mankato (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Vacation and Sick Time + 12 Paid Holyd

401(k) with company matching

On-the-job training and career develp.

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Tailwind Group in Mankato, MN, seeks a Leasing Manager to lead the sales and marketing strategy for College Town Mankato, a 110-unit student housing community. You will provide high-quality service to residents, manage leasing processes, and uphold the property's reputation.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:00pm with occasional evenings or weekends. Responsibilities include tours, inquiries, team training, budgeting, campus marketing, and staying ahead of market trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 1+ years in student housing or sales/marketing.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of property management concepts and Fair Housing laws is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the leasing team to achieve at least 95% occupancy annually.
• Execute effective sales strategies to maximize revenue while managing budget.
• Conduct tours, respond to leasing inquiries, and follow up with prospects.
• Train Leasing Specialists and Community Assistants.
• Represent the property at campus and community marketing events.
• Manage administrative, inventory, and reporting tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Customer Service

Team Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

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.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

We are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position.