Student Ambassador

Yugo Champaign South 3rd Lofts

Position Title: Student Ambassador

Position Classification: Hourly / Non - Exempt

Compensation: $15.00 / hour

Yugo is a global leader in student housing dedicated to creating exceptional living experiences for students around the world. With a presence spanning more than 14 countries and 120 cities, Yugo combines innovation, community, and purpose to redefine student living. In the U.S., Yugo operates nearly 40,000 beds across 88 properties in 28 states, delivering vibrant communities designed to support student success both personally and professionally. Guided by its Live Your Best Life philosophy, Yugo fosters sustainability, personal growth, and career development while building an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture for residents and team members alike.

As the Student Ambassador, you will be a key player in our apartment community, reporting to the General Manager. You will handle all aspects of leasing and marketing while ensuring positive resident relations. Your role includes managing apartment rentals, overseeing move-ins and lease renewals, generating and handling leads, qualifying prospects, preparing lease documentation, and completing move-in procedures according to company policies.

Requirements

Reporting to the General Manager, here’s what you’ll be doing!

• Greet prospective clients, conduct property tours, and use product knowledge to showcase features and benefits.
• Complete applications, secure deposits, and process lease paperwork for move-ins and move-outs.
• Handle phone calls and in-person inquiries, maintaining guest cards and following up with prospects.
• Prepare and submit applications for approval, ensure readiness of apartments for move-in, and orient new residents.
• Assist with lease renewals, accept rental payments, and support marketing and sales efforts.
• Support marketing and sales initiatives, maintain up-to-date market information, and participate in weekly leasing activity meetings.
• Update reports, monitor market conditions, and provide insights for community improvements.
• Manage service requests, plan resident functions, and maintain accurate commission records.
• Participate in outreach marketing, maintain community appearance, and enforce policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws and company policies, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Ensure the office and model apartments are clean and open on schedule, communicate policy changes, and support the community team.
• Maintain flexibility with work schedule, including evenings and weekends, and perform additional tasks as needed.
• And so much more!

Sound good so far? Here’s what you’ll need to thrive in this role!

• Relative experience in an administrative role
• Great customer service and communication skills, being able to effectively engage with people at all levels (orally and in writing)
• Ability to be proactive with strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Highly organized individual with the ability to take on multiple tasks regularly.
• Intermediate skills in using MS Office and online systems / databases.
• Resilience and adaptability, as well as a great cultural diversity awareness.
• Ability to maintain open communication with General Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.
• Be available to work 20-25 hours per week.

Benefits

As part of the Yugo team, you are eligible for a competitive salary, bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits and more! Here’s a snapshot of what we offer;

• Competitive hourly pay
• Lease and renewal commission opportunity
• 401k + 4% employer matching
• Wellness time
• 1 Paid Volunteer Day
• 1 Paid YuDay

At Yugo, we believe in creating a culture where everyone belongs and feels empowered to do their best work. If you're looking to make an impact in a people-first environment, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.