Traveling Lease Up Specialist

Key things that you want to know about this role:

Job Level: 1+ years experience will set you up for success in this role.

Job Location:

This important role supports our Lease Ups throughout our Property Portfolio.

Position Type:
Full-time and Remote. Travel required 50% - 80%.

Pay Range:
Starting at $50K + Incentives per Lease Up – we believe in a culture of transparency.

About Us:

Pivotal, ranked in the Top 50 Affordable Housing Developers in , is an industry leader revolutionizing the housing market – one community at a time. An integrated real estate company specializing in the development and operations of multi‑family housing, Pivotal strives to provide exceptional service to enhance the lives of our residents.

We are able to provide high quality properties and customer service because of the commitment to excellence by all of outstanding team members. If you hold yourself to a high set of standards, embrace a positive service‑mindful demeanor, enjoy working through shifting priorities, and want to join a fulfilling environment with growth opportunity, Pivotal has an outstanding position for you.

As Traveling Lease Up Specialist, you are responsible for driving the day‑to‑day marketing and leasing at communities starting at 180 days prior to Certificate of Occupancy (CO) and until the community reaches qualified occupancy.

This is a high‑volume, closing‑driven, and travel‑intensive role requiring strong sales discipline, organization, and the ability to balance speed with regulatory compliance. You will support multiple communities as assigned, serving as a temporary on‑site leasing and marketing expert during critical early stages of operations.

Successful candidates are energized by goals, thrive in changing environments, enjoy travel, and are motivated by the opportunity to deliver high quality affordable housing to residents quickly, accurately, and with integrity. A competitive performance‑based incentive is available when monthly move‑in targets are achieved: 18 move‑ins for senior communities or 30 move‑ins for workforce communities, each community evaluated independently.

This role requires approximately 50% - 80% travel, including extended stays at assigned communities. Weekend stays are rare but to meet month‑end deadlines and achieve performance goals, they can be approved by the supervisor.

• Actively market and lease apartment homes to achieve aggressive monthly move‑in targets.
• Consistently demonstrate strong closing skills in a fast‑paced lease‑up environment.
• Conduct tours, follow‑up communications, and outreach activities to generate qualified traffic.
• Maintain detailed prospect and leasing activity records.

• Execute on‑site and community based marketing and outreach efforts.
• Build relationships with local referral partners and community organizations.
• Participate in and organize marketing events designed to accelerate occupancy.

• Process applicant files accurately and efficiently in accordance with RCAH, affordable housing, and company requirements.
• Ensure all required documentation and attachments are uploaded timely and accurately into Yardi.
• Prepare and maintain complete files suitable for first‑year audits.
• Balance leasing speed with documentation accuracy to mitigate compliance and audit risk.

• Travel to assigned communities as directed, often with limited notice.
• Adapt quickly to different teams, markets, and property conditions.
• Represent the company professionally across all locations.

• Sales experience preferred.
• Proven success in high‑volume leasing, sales, or customer‑facing roles.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (approximately 50% - 80%).
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Finds joy and fun in doing outreach marketing.
• Loves to talk to others.
• 1 year of apartment experience or degree in real estate management.
• Curiosity, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Prior experience with Yardi.
• Prior experience with RCAH preferred (but training provided).

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