Temporary Leasing Manager

Housing Opportunity Com•Gaithersburg, MD

About The Position

The Leasing Manager is responsible for driving occupancy, elevating the property’s brand presence, and leading a high‑performing leasing team. This role blends traditional leasing oversight with a strong emphasis on marketing strategy, digital engagement, and lead‑generation initiatives. The Leasing Manager will guide, mentor, and support a team of Leasing Consultants to ensure consistent performance, exceptional customer experience, and effective execution of all marketing and leasing activities.

Requirements

At least 2–4 years of leasing or property management experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or related field. In lieu of a degree, an additional two years of Property Management experience may be considered as a substitute.
A valid Driver’s License.
Knowledge of federal (HUD) and state regulations for public housing and conventional housing.
Strong understanding of multifamily marketing, digital advertising, and lead‑generation tools.
Excellent communication, leadership, and customer‑service skills.
Proficiency with property management software and online marketing platforms.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead all marketing initiatives to increase traffic, improve lead conversion, and strengthen the property’s brand identity.
Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns including social media content, email outreach, online reputation management, and listing optimization.
Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and demographic data to recommend targeted marketing strategies.
Partner with corporate marketing teams and vendors to ensure consistent messaging and high‑quality creative materials.
Track marketing performance metrics and adjust strategies to maximize ROI.
Provide daily leadership, coaching, and performance guidance to Leasing Consultants to ensure leasing goals are met or exceeded.
Conduct regular training on sales techniques, customer service, fair housing compliance, and marketing best practices.
Oversee lead management, follow‑up standards, and tour execution to maintain a high‑quality leasing experience.
Support staffing needs, including interviewing, onboarding, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and results‑driven team culture.
Manage the full leasing cycle: inquiries, tours, applications, approvals, and move‑ins.
Ensure accurate data entry, reporting, and documentation within property management systems.
Monitor occupancy trends, renewal performance, and revenue opportunities.
Collaborate with maintenance and management teams to ensure units are ready, presentable, and aligned with marketing standards.