Part-Time

Leasing Agent

Updated on 9/12/2026

JSM Living

JSM Living

11-50 employees

Owns and operates apartments and retail

Compensation Overview

$16/hr

+ Commission + Incentives

Champaign, IL, USA

In Person

Category
Real Estate (1)
Required Skills
Lead Generation
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Must be able to work during the summer and on breaks when the University of Illinois is not in session.
  • Required to work two Saturdays per month.
  • Able to work a minimum of 15–20 hours per week during daytime hours.
  • Proven ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Responsibilities
  • Provide courteous and professional service to residents and visitors by greeting them in the office, answering phone calls and emails, and booking tour appointments.
  • Conduct daily leasing activities, including responding to new leads, conducting property and unit tours for potential residents, following up with prospects, and generating lease paperwork.
  • Prepare marketing materials for tours and move-in-day materials for incoming residents.
  • Assist with resident event activities, including planning, preparation, and execution.
  • Drive company vehicles as needed for property tours and other job-related tasks.

JSM Living owns and manages residential and commercial properties in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, focusing on quality, comfort, and affordability. The company owns the buildings it operates rather than only managing third-party properties, which allows it to uphold its own standards across its portfolio. Its offerings include apartments and prime retail/office space, with amenities, a VIP program, round-the-clock maintenance, and a strong emphasis on safe, well-maintained living and working environments. By owning properties and maintaining high service standards, JSM Living aims to provide reliable housing and commercial space that meet its residents' and tenants' expectations.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Salina, Kansas

Founded

1974

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • September 2026 site updates show active inventory marketing across Champaign.
  • The Station launch at 505 S. Fifth expands newer product offerings.
  • JSM keeps adding local perks and buildings, supporting retention and pricing power.

What critics are saying

  • October 2023 leasing chaos required police intervention and damaged trust with UIUC students.
  • The 2025 leasing line fiasco exposed operational brittleness during peak demand.
  • Resident complaint handling leans on police reports, signaling friction and possible reputational drag.

What makes JSM Living unique

  • JSM dominates UIUC off-campus housing with campus-centered inventory and 102 E. Gregory.
  • Its VIP program links housing to local merchants like Zhangliang Malatang.
  • JSM controls leasing, maintenance, and resident services through a single branded platform.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match