Operations Specialist - Leasing Focused

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Core Spaces

Who We Are

Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company, it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stems from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.

What We Do

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 48,000 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 49,800 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit

*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q3 2025

Benefits That Matter

A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging

Hybrid or remote work options may vary by role to support work-life balance

Competitive pay that values your contributions

Incentives designed to reward your achievements

Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones

Paid 15 holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate

Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days

Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community

Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration

Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment

Monthly phone reimbursement

Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app

An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services

Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option

Position Overview

The Operation Specialist assists in overseeing daily operations and training throughout the national portfolio in accordance with Core Spaces’ policies and procedures. This position may serve as a troubleshooter and/or serve of interim manager for manager-level positions at properties that have an extended opening or need additional support to achieve specific goals and initiatives. The Operations Specialist is provided weekly assignments that require 80% travel, sometimes including weekend coverage.

What You Will Do

Must be able to work a full shift / required work schedule including overtime when necessary

Fulfill the duties of Community Manager when the role is vacant at the assigned community

Assist with supervising all on-site team members while working at the assigned community

Assist with interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and training team members on company policies and procedures

Lead weekly team meeting in the absence of the Community Manager

Ensure brand standards are met and delivers a 5-star quality of service that enhances the resident experience

Address resident concerns, assist team members to solve matters and ensure the highest levels of satisfaction

Process rental payments and invoices for approval by Regional Manager

Handle resident emergencies in a professional manner, documenting all events and following Core Spaces’ incident report protocols

Support implementation of the property’s strategic leasing and marketing plan to maximize occupancy goals

Maintain detailed knowledge of properties, markets, and submarkets

Establish an awareness of market trends that evaluates existing marketing strategies

Work closely with Community Manager, Regional Manager and Director of Community Management to make recommendations that support the needs of the community

Complete community checklists, inspections, move-in/move out, and turn procedures as needed

Assist the assigned community to achieve property performance metrics

Assist with completing all community reporting requirements including financial reporting

Monitor collections to send late notices, contact residents and guarantors, and file evictions when necessary

Be a champion of company values and culture and participate in promoting company-wide initiatives

Responsible for ensuring product presentation always meets brand and company standards

Enter and approve payroll if requested by Regional Manager

Assist in addressing employee-related concerns including performance evaluations and reviews

Lead individual and group training sessions on culture, policies, processes, and systems.

Assist in training/support of newly acquired communities and/or new developments.

Identify, develop, and implement training resources to help aid in onboarding of new talent.

Complete special projects assigned by Director of Training, Director of Community Management, Regional Manager and/or HR/People Ops

Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management

Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, as required by the demands of the job. This may include bending, stooping, and lifting throughout the workday.

Ideally, You'll Have

High School graduate; college degree preferred but not required

3 years of experience in property management or related fields.

Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Suite and Windows and/or Apple operating systems

You'll crush it if you have experience with

Experience in Student Housing

Experience with Entrata and Yardi softwares

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Sr. Operations Specalist

Direct Reports: N/A

Disclaimer

Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.

Pay Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Compensation

Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, typically 10% of base salary annually, depending on individual and organizational performance.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation range listed reflects the base salary or hourly rate that we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, seniority, geographic location, and business needs.

This role may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, including bonuses, commissions, stipends, or non-cash incentives, depending on position and performance. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other role-based offerings, subject to eligibility requirements.

All compensation components are subject to change based on business needs or market conditions.PDN-a005a2a3-ee08-4988-b385-5f07b032c171