Leasing Specialist

Atwood Management; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus plan

Job summary

Atwood Management is seeking a motivated Leasing Specialist in Mankato, MN. This full-time, hourly nonexempt role combines sales and client service to help residents find their next home.

You will guide inquiries through application, lease, and move-in coordination with strong organizational skills and a customer-centric approach. The position emphasizes prospect engagement, property showings, and lease coordination, with a performance bonus opportunity and a schedule that supports evenings and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency in basic computer tasks and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Engage with prospects via phone, email, text, and in person to determine needs and move them toward application or lease.
• Schedule and conduct property showings and provide accurate information on rents, deposits, and policies.
• Coordinate applications, screenings, and lease documents, ensuring timely signatures and payments.
• Deliver responsive customer service and maintain accurate records and follow-up activities.

Skills

Customer focus

Sales

Relationship building

Problem solving

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

$17.00–$19.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience + performance bonus opportunity

Help People Find Their Next Home

Leasing Specialist

Atwood Management | Mankato, MN

Full-Time | Hourly, Nonexempt

$17.00–$19.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience + performance bonus opportunity

Help People Find Their Next Home

Atwood Management is looking for a motivated, customer-focusedLeasing Specialistto join our Rental Property Management team.

This is more than an administrative leasing position. We\'re looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust, staying organized, following up, and helping prospective residents confidently navigate the process of finding their next home.

The Leasing Specialist serves as a primary point of contact for prospective residents and helps guide the leasing process from initial inquiry through application, lease execution, and move-in coordination. The position also provides important administrative and customer-service support to our Property Management team.

If you enjoy a combination ofsales, customer service, relationship building, problem solving, and organization, this may be a great fit.

What You\'ll Do

Prospect Engagement & Leasing

• Respond promptly and professionally to rental inquiries by phone, email, text, website, online listing platforms, chat, and walk-in traffic.
• Learn each prospect\'s housing needs, preferences, desired move-in date, budget, and property requirements.
• Recommend available rental homes that align with the prospect\'s stated needs.
• Provide accurate information regarding rent, deposits, utilities, amenities, pet policies, application requirements, availability, and next steps.
• Build rapport and establish trust with prospective residents.
• Use a consultative sales approach to help prospects evaluate their housing options.
• Follow up consistently throughout the leasing process.
• Respond to questions and objections, create appropriate urgency, and confidently guide prospects toward applying or signing a lease.
• Maintain accurate prospect records, notes, follow-up dates, and leasing pipeline information.

Property Showings

• Schedule and conduct in-person, virtual, evening, Saturday, out-of-town, and other assigned property tours.
• Prepare for showings by understanding both the property and the prospect\'s needs.
• Present rental homes and communities in a professional, welcoming, and informative manner.
• Follow up after tours and guide prospects toward the appropriate next step.
• Accurately document completed showings, cancellations, no-shows, prospect feedback, and follow-up activity.
• Assist with approved self-showing options, video walkthroughs, virtual tours, photography, and other leasing resources.

Applications & Lease Coordination

• Help prospects access and complete rental applications.
• Follow up on incomplete applications or missing documentation.
• Maintain communication while screening and approval decisions are pending.
• Communicate approved decisions and conditions using established company procedures.
• Prepare and distribute leases and related leasing documents following approval.
• Verify lease information for accuracy.
• Follow up until required signatures, payments, and documentation have been received.
• Coordinate assigned pre-move-in requirements such as renter\'s insurance, utilities, pet documentation, and access arrangements.

The Leasing Specialist doesnotindependently approve or deny applications, waive screening requirements, change rental rates, negotiate lease terms, approve concessions, or authorize exceptions unless specifically directed by management.

Customer Service & Administrative Support

• Provide responsive, professional service to prospects, applicants, residents, coworkers, and other customers.
• Help answer the high volume of incoming calls received by our Property Management team and appropriately respond to or route questions.
• Maintain accurate records, communications, forms, and supporting documentation.
• Complete assigned leasing and administrative workflows by established deadlines.
• Assist with renter\'s insurance, pet documentation, rental verifications, and other assigned leasing-related tasks.
• Support property listings, vacancy marketing, outreach, open houses, and other leasing initiatives.
• Help maintain accurate availability, pricing, photos, videos, amenities, and listing information.
• Provide backup coverage for coworkers and support shared department responsibilities.

What Success Looks Like

We\'re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys building relationships and helping people.
• Is comfortable with sales and relationship-driven conversations.
• Communicates confidently, professionally, and warmly.
• Follows up consistently without needing repeated reminders.
• Is organized and pays attention to details.
• Can manage multiple prospects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Takes ownership and follows through.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Is comfortable learning new technology and systems.
• Can balance customer interaction with administrative responsibilities.
• Is dependable and punctual for both office coverage and property tours.
• Is available to work the assigned weekday, evening, and rotating Saturday schedule.

Experience in leasing, property management, real estate, hospitality, retail sales, banking, customer service, or another relationship-focused role is preferred, butproperty management experience is not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn new systems.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Valid driver\'s license.
• Reliable transportation and legally required automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel between rental properties and other assigned work locations.
• Ability to comply with Fair Housing requirements, company policies, and applicable laws.

Approved business travel between assigned work locations is reimbursed in accordance with company policy.

Schedule

This position is intentionally scheduled to provide our customers with greater availability beyond a traditional Monday–Friday, 8:00–5:00 workday.

Leasing Specialists generally work a rotating schedule that includes a combination of:

• Weekday opening shifts, typically8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Weekday closing shifts, typically9:30 AM–6:30 PM
• RotatingSaturday showing coverage, generally 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Virtual and out-of-town showing appointments as assigned

Schedule assignments may change based on staffing, prospect demand, property needs, leasing activity, and other business requirements.

This is a full-time, hourly, nonexempt position.

Performance Bonus Opportunity

In addition to hourly compensation, Leasing Specialists are eligible to participate in theAtwood Management Leasing Specialist Performance Bonus Plan.

The bonus rewards the completed-showing-to-fully-executed-new-lease conversion performance. Depending on qualifying conversion results, eligible Leasing Specialists may earn amonthly performance bonus ranging from $150 to $500.

Bonus eligibility and calculation are subject to the terms of the written performance bonus plan, including minimum showing-volume, measurement, documentation, and approval requirements.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees receive a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Earned Sick and Safe Time
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Optional benefits including HSA/FSA options, legal coverage, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and pet wellness plans
• Training and professional-development opportunities

Eligibility and coverage are governed by applicable plan documents and company policies.

Why Atwood Management?

Atwood Management has proudly served Southern Minnesota communities for decades. We believe great property management starts with great people and strong relationships.

We\'re guided by five core values:

Innovation | Collaboration | Accountability | Respect | Excellence

We believe in empowering employees, encouraging professional growth, recognizing strong performance, and working together to create exceptional experiences for our residents, property owners, and communities.

Our Hiring Process

Applications will be reviewed by our team based on the qualifications and requirements of the position. Selected applicants may be invited to participate in one or more interviews before a final hiring decision is made.

Employment may be contingent upon completion of applicable pre-employment requirements.

Atwood Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Applicant Privacy

Information submitted during the application and hiring process will be used for legitimate recruiting, hiring, employment, and related business purposes. Applicant information will be shared only with individuals or service providers involved in the hiring process as appropriate and will be handled in accordance with applicable law and company practices.

Ready to help people find their next home? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today.