Leasing Data Associate

Leasing Data Associate

The Leasing Data Associate supports the day-to-day operations of an assigned residential property and provides portfolio-wide assistance on special projects. This role serves as a key resource for leasing activities, tenant file management, recertifications, rent collections, and data-related tasks, while also stepping in to provide interim supervision and operational coverage for Property Managers as needed across multiple properties.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations at the primary property, ensuring smooth and efficient management of leasing and resident services.
• Assist with leasing apartments, including managing inquiries, showing units, and supporting the completion of lease documents for move-ins and move-outs.
• Maintain the waiting list database and ensure that all leasing and occupancy reports are accurate, up to date, and properly filed.
• Organize and maintain tenant files, ensuring that records are complete, accurate, and compliant with internal standards.
• Assist with tenant concerns by documenting issues, coordinating responses, and submitting work orders for completion by maintenance staff.
• Conduct tenant recertifications for the primary property and implement necessary corrections to ensure compliance with program and property requirements.
• Support the Property Manager with monthly rent collection activities, including processing payments and preparing deposits.
• Provide interim coverage for direct supervisors and Property Managers across the portfolio, including supervising site staff during absences.
• During fill-in assignments, oversee day-to-day property operations such as leasing vacant units, preparing documentation for evictions, and organizing town hall meetings with residents.
• Assist with or lead special projects across the portfolio, including past-due recertification catch-up, lease-up efforts, and ledger corrections.
• Collaborate with the Senior Property Manager to assist with training new staff members and provide ongoing training support as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management to support property operations and portfolio-wide initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and courteously with residents, prospects, and team members.
• Proficiency in data entry and data management, including experience managing large data sets.
• Experience with leasing activities, including lease contracts, lease-ups, and basic lease analysis.
• Solid administrative support capabilities, including organizing files, maintaining databases, and preparing reports.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively with spreadsheets and manage data in Excel.
• General computer literacy and comfort working with property management and data systems.
• Ability to support real estate and property management operations, including residential or commercial real estate contexts.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and support others, either through prior supervisory experience or transferrable experience in team support.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates degree is a plus and may enhance readiness for data and property management responsibilities.
• Prior experience and understanding of HUD, LIHTC, and the affordable housing industry is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Yardi property management software is desired but not required.
• Familiarity with FHA and low-income housing programs is beneficial for supporting affordable housing operations.
• Experience working as part of a leasing team or in a leasing-focused environment is advantageous.
• Customer serviceoriented mindset with a focus on resident satisfaction and responsive communication.
• Ability to support lease-ups and portfolio-wide projects, including recertification catch-up and ledger corrections.
• Comfort working in both residential and commercial real estate settings is helpful.

Work Environment

This position is based fully on-site, with a standard schedule of five days per week at the property or properties assigned. The role involves regular interaction with residents, site staff, and property management teams in a professional office and residential community setting. Work is primarily performed using computers and standard office software, including Microsoft Office and, where applicable, property management systems such as Yardi. The environment is fast-paced and detail-oriented, requiring accuracy in data management, responsiveness to tenant needs, and flexibility to travel between properties within the portfolio for special assignments and interim coverage.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berkeley, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.