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Senior Leasing Specialist
Full Time | Hartford, CT, US
Salary Range: $33.00-$35.00/hr DOE
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Carabetta Management is seeking a Senior Leasing Specialist to oversee leasing operations for our residential properties in Hartford, CT. The Senior Leasing Specialist's goal is to maintain high occupancy while ensuring compliance with HUD, LIHTC, Fair Housing, and Resident Selection Plans. Responsibilities include marketing, prospect engagement, application processing, move-ins, resident retention, and supporting leasing staff. This role may act on behalf of the Regional Property Manager as assigned.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage full leasing lifecycle: advertising, tours, applications, approvals, and move-ins
Monitor vacancies, unit turnover, and lease-up activity
Convert phone, online, and walk-in prospects into qualified applicants
Process move-in files in compliance with HUD and LIHTC regulations
Conduct applicant interviews, credit, criminal, and EIV screenings per policy
Issue approval and denial notices in accordance with Fair Housing laws
Maintain accurate leasing files, databases, and reports
Coordinate marketing efforts and conduct market surveys
Support and guide leasing staff to achieve occupancy goals
Act as liaison between residents, site staff, and management
Implement resident retention strategies
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of property management or affordable housing leasing experience is required.
Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) and Tax Credit certification (TCS, C3P, or equivalent) is required.
Knowledge of HUD, LIHTC, and Fair Housing regulations.
Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.
At The Carabetta Companies, we hold ourselves to high standards and seek team members who share our commitment to excellence. When you join us, you become part of a motivated, hard-working group of professionals—our Carabetta “extended family.”
Lead, inspire, and drive occupancy while building your career. Apply today!
Salary : $33 - $35