Leasing and Marketing Manager
About The Position
Tailwind Group is hiring a Leasing and Marketing Manager for The Holly, a garden-style student housing community in Lubbock, Texas, serving students attending Texas Tech University. The 288-unit, 864-bed community offers two-, three-, and four-bedroom units and amenities including two resort-style swimming pools, a fitness center, and a pickleball court. The role coordinates the leasing department’s sales and marketing strategy to help ensure maximum occupancy, provides high-quality customer service, and manages leasing processes and systems while supporting the property’s reputation. This is a full-time position with a standard Monday–Friday schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Nights or weekends may occasionally be required based on business needs. Compensation is $42,000–$52,000 plus potential bonus. Final offers depend on factors including education, skills, experience, and location.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field, and/or at least one year of progressive experience in student housing.
- Demonstrated integrity and professionalism.
- Strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills.
- Self-motivation and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Understanding of basic property management standards, including Fair Housing laws, tenant/landlord rights, and general real estate principles.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant property management, student housing, or sales/marketing experience.
- Experience with Entrata software.
Responsibilities
- Lead the property team toward achieving at least 95% occupancy each year.
- Use sales strategies to maximize revenue while keeping concession spending at or below budget.
- Conduct all property tours, respond to leasing inquiries, and follow up with prospective residents as the lead salesperson.
- Train and develop Leasing Specialists and/or Community Assistants to perform these responsibilities when the manager is not onsite.
- Provide excellent customer service to residents, prospects, vendors, officials, and community members.
- Participate in and assist with developing and executing campus and community marketing efforts, customer appreciation events, and other special events.
- Stay informed about market conditions, trends, and local competitors.
- Manage department administration, inventory, and reporting tasks.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
