Part - Time Leasing Consultant

University Partners; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University Partners is hiring a Leasing Consultant in Charlottesville, VA. This role requires providing outstanding customer service and marketing support while ensuring leasing goals are met. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma is mandatory, with preference for those holding a Bachelor’s degree. The position emphasizes relationship building and sales performance within a dynamic community team, offering a unique opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and sales skills are essential.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Ability to understand and explain lease documents is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, prospects, and vendors.
• Lease apartments in alignment with occupancy and revenue goals.
• Conduct tours and present community features and amenities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Sales skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

About University Partners

University Partners provides best-in-class student housing across the country, focusing on service, community experience, and operational excellence. Our teams create environments where students feel supported, safe, and proud to call home.

Job Purpose

• The Leasing Consultant supports leasing, marketing, and resident relations by delivering excellent customer service, supporting occupancy goals, and ensuring compliance with Fair Housing and company policies.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, prospects, guests, and vendors.
• Lease apartments in alignment with occupancy and revenue goals.
• Follow Fair Housing standards in all interactions.
• Conduct tours and present community features and amenities.
• Support marketing and outreach efforts.
• Review applications including income, credit, and background screening.
• Prepare and maintain lease files and required documentation.
• Verify apartment readiness prior to move-in.
• Support lease renewal and retention efforts.
• Track leads, guest cards, and follow-ups in property management systems.
• Respond to calls, emails, and resident communication professionally and timely.
• Assist with work order entry and maintenance communication.
• Support move-in processes including documentation and system setup.
• Maintain leasing office, model units, and amenity presentation.
• Maintain knowledge of market competitors, pricing, and concessions.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of lease terms, unit specifications, availability, current market conditions, and all community policies.
• Ensure understanding of required application information, screening process, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and sales skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and explain lease documents.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Basic math skills including percentages and rent calculations.
• Ability to work weekends and peak leasing season schedules.
• Comfortable using social media platforms and creating posts for marketing, outreach, and community engagement.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Leasing, sales, marketing, or customer service experience preferred

Apply Today

• If you are motivated by relationship building, sales performance, and contributing to a high-impact community team, we encourage you to apply and explore career growth opportunities with University Partners.