Leasing Specialist / Agent

Conifer Realty LLC; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & annual salary review

13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two (

two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully

Job summary

Conifer Realty LLC in Rochester, NY is seeking a Leasing Specialist to help individuals and families find affordable homes. You will manage tours, applications, renewals, and compliance under LIHTC and HUD programs, while delivering exceptional resident service and accurate recordkeeping.

The role requires 2+ years in leasing, 1 year in affordable housing programs, and proficiency with Yardi or similar software. HS diploma or GED is required, COS/TCS certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of apartment leasing experience preferred.
• 1 year of affordable housing program experience required (LIHTC, HUD-Section 8, HOME, RD).
• Familiarity with Fair Housing and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in property management software (Yardi or similar).

Responsibilities

• Greet prospective residents, conduct tours, and highlight community features.
• Market available units and manage leasing applications and renewals.
• Process applications and recertifications under LIHTC/HUD programs.
• Assist residents with rent collection and service requests.
• Collaborate with maintenance and office staff for smooth operations.
• Maintain reports, filing, and data entry for occupancy and performance.

Skills

Leasing experience

Affordable housing knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Data entry

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

COS or TCS certification desired

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Leasing Specialist / Agent – Affordable Housing | Rochester, NY

Salary: $19.00 - $21.00 | Full Time | Monday\u2013Friday | 40hrs

Connect People to Homes. Build Community with Purpose.

At Conifer Realty, being a Leasing Specialist means helping individuals and families find a place they\u2019re proud to call home. You\u2019ll play a vital role in keeping our affordable housing communities welcoming and full, supporting residents, maintaining compliance, and providing exceptional customer service every step of the way.

If you\u2019re organized, people-focused, and ready to make a difference in your community, this is the opportunity to join a company that\u2019s been building thriving, affordable housing for 50 years.

What You Bring as a Leasing Specialist

You bring warmth, attention to detail, and professionalism to every interaction:

• 2+ years of apartment leasing experience preferred.
• 1 year experience with affordable housing programs (LIHTC, HUD-Section 8, HOME, RD) required.
• Familiarity with Fair Housing and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Yardi or similar property management software.
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Basic math and data-entry abilities for rent collection and recordkeeping.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required; COS or TCS certification desired or willingness to obtain.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Every day, you\u2019ll help ensure our communities stay full, compliant, and cared for:

• Champion great first impressions\u2013 greet prospective residents, conduct tours, and highlight the features that make Conifer communities special.
• Drive occupancy\u2013 market available units, respond to inquiries, and manage leasing applications and renewals.
• Ensure compliance\u2013 process applications and recertifications accurately under LIHTC, HUD, or other affordable housing programs.
• Deliver exceptional service\u2013 assist residents with rent collection, service requests, and community communications.
• Support teamwork\u2013 collaborate with maintenance and office staff to maintain high standards for property appearance and safety.
• Stay organized\u2013 manage reports, filing, and data entry to keep operations running smoothly.

Why Conifer?

Our employees say the most rewarding part of working here is the impact, seeing the direct difference their work makes in people's lives.

Along with purpose, you'll also enjoy:

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
• Retirement plans with company match
• Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
• Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact

About Conifer Realty

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Requirements

Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.

When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.

Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.

Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.