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Sales and Leasing Consultant roles can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where employers document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date and nationality both affect your path to lawful permanent residency.
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At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.
Role Overview
As a Bilingual Leasing & Sales Consultant, you'll be the driving force behind occupancy and revenue at your community. This role goes beyond leasing apartments; it's about selling a lifestyle and creating an experience that makes people proud to call Cortland "home." You'll combine proactive sales strategies with exceptional engagement to turn prospects into residents and keep your community thriving.
Sales & Revenue Generation:
- Drive occupancy and revenue by achieving and exceeding leasing goals, conversion targets, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Actively manage your sales pipeline—follow up promptly, nurture potential residents, and close leases with confidence.
- Use consultative selling techniques to uncover needs, present solutions, and create value that resonates with each potential resident.
- Keep CRM records accurate and up to date for all potential resident interactions.
- Monitor and report on lead activity, conversion metrics, and pipeline health.
- Stay organized and disciplined to ensure timely follow-up and consistent engagement.
Community Advocacy & Resident Experience:
- Guide potential residents through the leasing process with confidence and care, making it simple, stress-free, and enjoyable journey that reinforces our brand promise of better living.
- Deliver a concierge-level experience by anticipating needs, offering personalized solutions, and creating memorable interactions.
- Build lasting relationships that inspire loyalty and referrals through exceptional service.
- Represent the community as an ambassador, showcasing not just homes but a lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and premium living.
- Handle objections gracefully, turning challenges into opportunities.
- Establish, manage, and maintain marketing programs and social media presence to attract and retain residents.
- Plan and execute resident events and engagement programs that strengthen community ties.
Adaptability & Continuous Improvement:
- Respond to coaching and feedback with agility; implement best practices promptly.
- Adjust sales approach based on market conditions, prospect needs, and leadership guidance.
Professionalism & Brand Alignment:
- Maintain integrity, accountability, and reliability in all aspects of performance.
- Maintain a polished, approachable presence that reflects our premium brand standards in every interaction.
Qualifications
- 6+ months of sales, customer-facing, or performance-driven experience preferred.
- Strong desire to succeed in a goal-oriented, fast-paced sales environment.
- Confident, persuasive, and people-focused with a natural ability to build rapport.
- Coachable and resilient, with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Motivated by targets, results, and earning potential; comfortable being held to goals.
- Organized and disciplined with follow-up, time management, and attention to detail.
- Comfortable learning and using CRM systems to track leads and customer interactions.
- Professional, polished, and approachable with a strong sense of personal presentation.
- Aligns with company values and takes pride in representing a premium brand experience.
About Cortland
Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.
Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.
Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email Careers@cortland.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Sales and Leasing Consultant
Match your credentials to the right EB category
Sales and Leasing Consultant roles most often qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, requiring at least two years of experience. If you hold a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive sales experience, ask your employer whether EB-2 is supportable before PERM begins.
Search employers with active green card filings
Target dealerships, commercial real estate firms, and leasing companies that have sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 workers before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you're not applying blind to companies that have never run a PERM case.
Understand what the PERM recruitment test means for you
Before your employer files PERM with DOL, they must run a genuine recruitment effort and document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. This process typically takes several months, so push to start it early in your employment rather than waiting until your current status is under pressure.
Pin down your prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your specific metro area before you negotiate, so your offer clears the PERM threshold without surprises.
Get your O*NET occupation code confirmed in writing
Sales and Leasing Consultant duties vary widely across auto, real estate, and equipment leasing. Have your employer confirm in your offer letter or job description which O*NET occupation code maps to your role, since PERM filings and EB category support both depend on accurate duty alignment.
Protect your priority date if you switch employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process from scratch.
Green Card Sales and Leasing Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Sales and Leasing Consultant role qualify for employer-sponsored green card sponsorship?
Yes. Most Sales and Leasing Consultant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, requiring the employer to demonstrate at least two years of experience are needed for the role. Positions that require a bachelor's degree plus significant progressive experience may support an EB-2 filing. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency rather than temporary status. The PERM process requires the employer to conduct a formal recruitment test and obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL before USCIS reviews the I-140. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs before the final I-485 stage.
How do I find employers willing to run PERM for a sales or leasing role?
Most employers in automotive, commercial real estate, and equipment leasing that have sponsored workers before are more likely to do it again. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, letting you focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the PERM and I-140 process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Separately, an approved I-140 locks in your priority date, which a new employer can reference in a fresh PERM and I-140 filing so you don't lose your place in the queue.
Is there a cap or wait time I should expect for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
EB-3 has annual numerical limits and per-country caps. Nationals from countries with high demand, particularly India and China, can face extended waits before their priority date becomes current and they can file or adjudicate an I-485. Nationals from most other countries typically see shorter backlogs. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin that shows current and upcoming priority dates by category and country.