Available positions

Below you will find a list of our job openings. Click on the job title to find out more about the position with Educational Housing Services.

Administrative Assistant - Leasing and Marketing

Responsible to:

V.P. of Leasing and Marketing

Responsible for:

• Providing assistance to the Leasing and Marketing department in maintaining sales awareness and techniques across departments at EHS. • Recognizing that the key to achievement is continued commitment to client satisfaction. This continued focus provides the basis for sustained success in all facets of the organization.

Job Overview:

EHS is looking for an organized and outgoing individual to join the Leasing and Marketing team at EHS, This person will greet walk-ins to the EHS offices, and will answer telephone calls from prospective residents, key clients, and vendors, and route them appropriately. He or she will assist with mailings, updating templates (including e-blast templates), and compile marketing materials as necessary. This is a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment, and we happen to be a fun place to work as well!

General Description:

If you're looking for the type of company that you enjoy going to every day, one that has talented and hard-working people on its team, and in a location that is fun and vibrant year-round, look no further! EHS provides the best in student living, and we pride ourselves in making that a reality on a consistent basis.

Requirements:

• Experience and facility with computers; Microsoft Office programs preferred. Salesforce experience a plus! • Good phone manner and prior office experience. • Associates Degree required; Bachelors Degree preferred.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience.

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Marketing Associate

Responsible to:

Vice President of Leasing and Marketing

Responsible for:

Developing contracts for Student Housing business and Intern business contracts for Intern and Student Housing business in the New York area and other regions as determined.
Generating leads and developing contacts with universities, other educational institutions and organizations as appropriate that will further drive and expand EHS' business.
In association with the Vice President of Marketing and Leasing monitor trends and identify opportunities in the North American Student Housing Market.

Job Overview:

EHS is seeking a dynamic and energetic person to maintain regular contact with college officials, educational controlling bodies and relevant organizations so that housing opportunities can be quickly identified and captured. Our ideal candidate is able to combine their marketing expertise with a strong track-record in sales in order to build and develop relationships with existing and potential clients to better understand and capitalize on their housing needs. As a Marketing Associate, you will also be in the forefront in creating and delivering personalized presentations to potential clients based on their individual housing needs, and participating in developing new marketing materials. You will need to have a strong connection to other areas of EHS so that you maintain an awareness of all issues relating to student life.

Requirements:

Requirements include being computer savvy, specifically experience with Microsoft Office programs. Salesforce experience is a plus! Excellent phone manner and prior office experience are required. Our candidates must have a BA or BS degree in Marketing, Public Relations, or a closely related field, AND at least 2 years of full-time experience in marketing and sales. We are seeking candidates with university relations experience. Real estate experience is strongly preferred, and extensive travel is required (up to 75% of the time).

Compensation

Commensurate with experience.

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Residence Director

Job Overview:

Residence Directors (“RDs”) serve as professional staff at Educational Housing Services (“EHS”), and have direct and constant student contact. They act as facilitators for the residence hall community and enhance the social, educational, intellectual and cultural development of individual students. RDs also supervise the student Residence Advisors.
This is a full time, 12 month, live-in position.

General Description:

Supervise and support Residence Advisors (“RAs”)
Manage an office within the Residence
Explain, enforce and support all EHS policies and procedures to students and the institutions represented among our residents
Act as positive representatives/role models for Educational Housing Services
Demonstrate interest and concern for each resident
Oversee weekly activities and assist in building a community among the students
Hold weekly meetings with RA staff
Build relationships with members of staff from contract institutions that reside within the residence hall
Develop a responsible living environment through community development, effective interaction, and outreach
Attend to and report all emergencies and serious situations to senior staff in a timely manner
Assist the building staff in identifying facilities in need of repair or attention
Complete administrative tasks such as check-in, check-out, maintenance requests, incident reports, monthly occupancy reports, health and safety inspections, etc.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned to enhance development of student life and the best interests of EHS and its affiliates

Requirements:

Minimum one year student residence life / hospitality/ management experience and / or degree; Masters Degree in a college student personnel, counseling or related field preferred
Availability to live in an EHS facility, in a collegiate student environment and to serve on an on-call 24 emergency rotation
Knowledge of residence hall living
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Excellent communication skills and administrative experience, as well as demonstrated managerial abilities
Decision-making ability and crisis management experience
Must be willing to accept other duties, as determined and assigned by the Vice President of Student Life, that contribute to the overall operation of the EHS program
Leadership or supervisory and counseling experience
Strong customer relations skills
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Knowledge of a second language, in addition to English, a plus

Starting Date April 15, 2010

Time Commitment

The Residence Director position demands considerable time and attention; evening and weekend work will be required.
The Residence Director must serve on an on-call 24 emergency rotation and may have to attend to incidents at any time of the day or night.
Attendance at student events is encouraged.

Compensation

Compensation is determined based on experience.

Please mail a copy of your resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources

55 Clark StreetBrooklyn, NY 11201

Fax: 212 937 2331

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Housing Advisor

Responsible for:

Converting leads and enquiries into reservations for our available properties; as a secondary responsibility, providing customer service support to all students both in person and face to face in the reservations department.

General Description:

• Follow up leads in a timely and professional manner with the goal of maximising conversions to a reservation. • Process payments from students in accordance with agreed guidelines. • Coordinate in a timely and professional manner with students and parents regarding all aspects of student housing. • Document all actions and correspondence as appropriate in RMS and Salesforce. • Set up residence tours cooperatively with the appropriate Property Managers. • Assist in all aspects of the sales and customer service functions day to day operations. • Maintain an awareness of all issues relating to student life and housing in and around the residence locations. • Promote a culture of continuous improvement is all aspects of sales and customer service. • Perform such other duties as may be assigned to enhance development of student life and the best interests of EHS.

Requirements:

• College graduate or equivalent educational and work experience. • Proven track record in sales and customer service required. • May be required to work evening and/or weekend hours • Must present themselves in professional manner with good phone etiquette • Posses exemplary follow up skills • Computer experience mandatory; familiarity with Microsoft Office programs preferred.

Time Commitment
May be required to work evening and/or weekend hours

Please mail a copy of your resume and cover letter to:

For immediate consideration, please forward resume and cover letter (to include your salary requirements) to hr_resumes@studenthousing.org . Submissions that do not include salary requirements will not be considered. We offer a tremendous opportunity for professional growth and development, as well as a significant compensation package commensurate with skills and experience.

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Summer 10

RATES STARTING AS LOW

AS $800/ MONTH !!!

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