Leasing Professional - Chula Vista

Greystar•Escondido, CA

6d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Leasing Professional coordinates the community’s marketing, leasing, and renewal strategies to achieve occupancy, revenue, and resident-retention goals. The role handles leasing to new residents, resident satisfaction throughout the lease term, and securing lease renewals. The position is at a stabilized, 440-unit property in Chula Vista, California, with a scheduled Thursday–Monday workweek from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., subject to change based on business needs. The position is eligible for a 20% housing discount, subject to applicable availability and terms.

Requirements

1–2 years of leasing experience.
All licenses and certifications required by applicable state and local jurisdictions.
A valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on the property.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver up to 25 pounds independently and 50 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with property management systems or software such as Yardi.

Responsibilities

Perform sales and leasing activities to meet revenue and occupancy goals, including greeting and qualifying prospects, conducting tours and apartment showings, processing applications, screening credit and criminal backgrounds, preparing leases and move-in packages, and supporting smooth move-ins and lease signings.
Inspect apartments before move-in, ensure they are ready, and coordinate outstanding work with the maintenance team.
Monitor market and competitor conditions; develop and carry out short- and long-term marketing plans; and follow established policies for concessions, specials, and other occupancy programs.
Create and carry out marketing activities to drive community traffic, including resident referral and employer outreach programs, internet marketing, and community-specific promotions.
Use on-site property management software to track availability, record traffic and leasing activity, manage resident and prospect data, and capture demographic and other information.
Maintain the community and show units to company standards by inspecting tour areas, communicating maintenance needs, merchandising models and amenities, and preparing the leasing office for daily activities.
Follow up with prospects and new residents through email, notes, cards, calls, or other contacts to support leasing and renewal decisions and ensure satisfaction.
Support the lease renewal program by preparing renewal letters and packages, contacting residents ahead of move-out dates, and ensuring documents are signed and implemented on time.
Respond promptly and courteously to resident and client or owner concerns and questions, resolve problems, and document or direct requests to the appropriate people.

Benefits

20% housing discount for this position, subject to applicable terms and availability.
Competitive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; low-cost or free basic employee-only medical coverage.
Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires; an additional birthday day off after one year of service; and additional vacation accrual with tenure.
Onsite housing discounts at Greystar-managed communities for onsite team members, subject to discount and unit availability.
Six-week paid sabbatical after 10 years of service and every five years thereafter.
401(k) with company match up to 6% of pay after six months of service.
Paid parental leave and lifetime fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000, including adoption or surrogacy.
Employee Assistance Program.
Critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and legal plans.
Charitable giving program and benefits.
The role may be eligible for weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.