What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales & Leasing Associate -Occupancy Growth & Lead Conversion Specialist position at ParkNation?
ParkNation is seeking a highly motivated Sales & Leasing Associate to join our
team.
This position is responsible for managing incoming leads, answering prospect calls,
nurturing prospects through the leasing/sales pipeline, scheduling tours, processing
applications, and helping convert vacant spaces into occupied spaces across
ParkNation's portfolio of manufactured home and RV communities.
Unlike traditional property management companies, ParkNation has separated sales
and lead management from operations. This position will work directly with ParkNation's
internal marketing team, conversion architect, advertising team, and executive
leadership to ensure every lead is captured, followed up with, and advanced through the
pipeline.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, enjoys helping people, loves leasing/sales,
follows systems and is passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences.
Mission
Your mission is simple:
Answer every lead.
Respond quickly.
Build trust.
Convert prospects into residents.
Help increase occupancy and cash flow across the ParkNation portfolio.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead Management
Manage all incoming leads generated through:
● Google Ads
● Meta Ads
● Organic Search
● ParkNationLiving.com
● Google Business Profiles
● Phone Calls
● Text Messages
● Website Form Fills
● Referrals
● Third-Party Listing Sources
Responsibilities include:
● Answer inbound calls
● Return missed calls immediately
● Respond to web leads
● Respond to text inquiries
● Qualify prospects
● Schedule appointments and tours
● Follow up with prospects
● Maintain accurate notes
● Advance prospects through the leasing/sales pipeline
GoHighLevel (GHL) CRM Management
Serve as a primary user of ParkNation's GoHighLevel CRM.
Responsibilities include:
● Managing opportunities
● Updating pipeline stages
● Recording notes and conversations
● Tracking prospect activity
● Triggering follow-up campaigns
● Monitoring lead status
● Maintaining lead integrity
● Reporting pipeline activity
Every lead must have:
● A next action
● A responsible party
● A follow-up date
● Accurate notes
No lead gets left behind.
Rent Manager Coordination
Work alongside operations and community managers to:
● Verify current availability
● Verify pricing
● Verify inventory
● Track move-ins
● Track applications
● Coordinate resident onboarding
Utilize Rent Manager as a system of record while maintaining active pipeline
management within the CRM.
Leasing/Sales Pipeline Management
Manage prospects through each stage:
1. New Lead
2. Contacted
3. Qualified
4. Tour Scheduled
5. Application Pending
6. Application Submitted
7. Application Approved
8.Lost Opportunity
Maintain pipeline accuracy and integrity at all times.
Prospect Follow-Up
Responsibilities include:
● Phone calls
● Text follow-up
● Email follow-up
● Appointment confirmations
● Application reminders
● Move-in coordination
Consistent follow-up is critical.
Many prospects require multiple touchpoints before making a decision.
Customer Experience
Create a positive experience for every prospect.
Responsibilities include:
● Building trust quickly
● Understanding customer needs
● Answering questions
● Explaining community benefits
● Overcoming objections
● Helping prospects find the best solution
Every interaction reflects the ParkNation brand.
Weekly KPI Accountability
Participate in recurring leasing/sales and pipeline meetings.
Track and report:
● Leads received
● Calls answered
● Response time
● Appointments scheduled
● Tours completed
● Applications submitted
● Applications approved
● Move-ins completed
● Lost leads
● Lead source performance
Desired Qualifications
● Sales experience preferred
● Leasing experience preferred
● Property management experience helpful but not required
● Strong phone skills
● Strong written communication skills
● CRM experience preferred
● GoHighLevel experience a plus
● Rent Manager experience a plus
● Detail-oriented
● Organized and accountable
● Positive attitude
● Ability to multitask and work independently
Characteristics We Value
● Strong work ethic
● Coachable
● Competitive
● Organized
● Persistent
● Empathetic
● Professional
● Solution-oriented
● Team player
Compensation
Base Salary Performance Bonuses
Bonus opportunities tied to:
● Applications submitted
● Approved applicants
● Move-ins completed
● Occupancy growth
● Portfolio performance
Career Path
This position is designed to grow with ParkNation.
Top performers will have opportunities to advance into:
● Senior Sales & Leasing Associate
● Sales Team Lead
● Sales Manager
● Director of Sales & Growth
As ParkNation expands, this role will play a key part in building a scalable leasing/sales
organization serving both ParkNation communities and third-party community owners.