Have you held in position in retail, serving, or hospitality? Sick of the late nights and unpredictable hours? Want a better work-life balance?
Legacy Varin has YOUR solution! You don't want to miss out on this chance to join a fast-paced, financially sound, growing company to catapult a career in property management. We are seeking a motivated, responsible, and organized Leasing Specialist to join our team at our community in Rockford, Illinois. As a Leasing Specialist, you will be able to combine customer service, sales and marketing, this opportunity provides so much room for growth!
The Leasing Specialist is responsible for executing the community’s marketing, leasing and renewal strategies to achieve occupancy, revenue and resident retention goals. The Leasing Specialist will perform all activities related to leasing to new residents, providing resident satisfactions throughout the term of the lease, and securing resident lease renewals.

• A Strong Communicator. Your writing and speaking skills are clear and effective, helping you connect well with others.
• A Team Player. You are united with teammates in delivering the best experience to current and prospective residents.
• Organized. You are flexible and able to juggle appointments and personal interactions with teammates and residents smoothly.
• Creative. You are an idea person and like coming up with smart solutions to new challenges.
• Caring. You put yourself in others’ shoes and strive for positive outcomes.
• Motivated. You invest extra energy to reach your goals.
• Solution-Oriented. You follow through on commitments, letting residents know that they matter.

• Connect with prospective residents through phone calls, appointments, and follow-up communications.
• Show off our community by walking the property with prospective residents and delivering a persuasive sales pitch about the benefits of living in an Equity Residential apartment home.
• Manage the leasing process by guiding new residents through each step, completing and verifying all lease applications and sharing results with applicants.
• Keep accurate records of prospective and current residents, as well as rent and inventory.
• Handle transactions like accepting rent and deposits and inspecting move-ins and move-outs.
• Collaborate with talented teammates to identify and solve any apartment issues that arise.
• Plan fun activities that help build a strong sense of belonging among residents.

• Demonstrated proficiency in working with computers including word processing, calendar management, software/database, and social media. Entrata experience a plus
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends – typical 40-hour work week including Saturday hours
• Strong administrative and organizational skill

• Starting salary range $33,000 - $36,000 PLUS potential annual commissions and bonus earnings in excess of $5,000
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Healthcare, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid holidays and Paid Time off
• 401k planning and pre-tax contributions
• Paid additional training/certificate training - growth opportunity