Leasing Specialist (Part-time) in Tallahassee, FL

The Collier Companies • Tallahassee, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Collier Companies is hiring an on-site, part-time Leasing Specialist based at a community office in Tallahassee, Florida. The position serves as a first point of contact for prospective and current residents, creating positive experiences and building relationships while showcasing the benefits of living at the community. The specialist handles leasing and sales activity, lead follow-up, marketing and promotional programs, resident renewals, and accurate resident records. The role is approximately 20–25 hours per week and includes some evenings and weekends. Background checks and a candidate assessment are required as part of the hiring process.

Requirements

• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to address concerns.
• Ability to create positive experiences, build rapport, and foster relationships with residents and prospects.
• Ability to show model apartment homes, lead sales calls, process applications, and close sales.
• Availability for a schedule that includes some evening and weekend hours; weekends may be required as needed.
• Ability to complete a background check and candidate assessment as required in the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, consistent customer service to residents and prospects.
• Lease apartment homes by building relationships and showcasing the benefits of living at a company community.
• Conduct sales and close leases over the phone, by email, and in person; serve as a subject-matter expert on the product, property, and local neighborhood.
• Generate leads through effective phone and email follow-up.
• Create and implement promotional programs, including online advertising, direct marketing, social media outreach, and resident events.
• Help achieve occupancy goals by renewing current residents’ leases.
• Maintain accurate resident files.
• Show model apartment homes, lead sales calls, process applications, and close sales.
• Address resident and prospect concerns and complete other administrative responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) match: 100% of contributions up to 10% of gross income after one year of employment or 1,000 hours worked.
• Company logo attire provided.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Industry education opportunities.
• Monthly customer service awards.
• Secret shopper bonuses.
• Financial and PTO rewards for team member referrals.
• Training, book clubs, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities through Collier College.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed