Career Opportunities at Essex

Vaccine Requirement

Essex requires that all successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and provide proof of vaccination prior to commencement of employment. Essex is an equal opportunity employer and will consider requests for exemption from this policy as a reasonable accommodation consistent with federal, state, and local law. All offers of employment are contingent upon complying with Essex’s vaccination policy.

Working at Essex is more than a job. It’s a way of life. We are a team of nearly 1,800 employees who come together every day to provide exceptional experiences for our residents. At every turn, we pursue excellence. Our goal is to reimagine our employee journey with technology-driven innovations, upgrading and standardizing how we work, and offering programs that allow our employees to achieve physical, mental and financial well-being. We are proud of where we work and the work we do.

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Our Employee Journey

Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.

Company Culture

We strive to innovate, improve, and add value to the lives of our employees by rewarding their efforts, giving them ownership of their responsibilities, and creating a team environment. Our five key values drive our day-to-day behaviors as we aim to create a better and more inclusive workplace: act with integrity, care about what matters, do right with urgency, lead at every level, and seek fairness.

Benefits Package

When it comes to supporting our employees and their families, we go the extra mile. Our benefits package starts with competitive compensation, including equal pay, and expands to medical and dental insurance, vision benefits, and pre-tax flexible spending plans. Additionally, we offer housing discounts, 401K match program, paid time-off, 24-hour employee assistance programs, and more.

Wellness Programs

The needs of our employees are constantly changing, and we understand a variety of factors contribute to a healthy workforce. Our multi-faceted wellness program successfully addresses the five measures of wellbeing: financial, physical, and mental health, community support, and workplace satisfaction. We encourage work-life balance and provide tools and resources to amplify our employee journey.

Providing a Better Place to Work

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

With one of the most diverse workforces among our industry peers, our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where all employees feel a sense of belonging and trust. In 2019, we formalized our Diversity & Inclusion committee to promote diversity, equal opportunity, and fair treatment for all employees. To amplify the conversation, we established Women at Essex and LGBTQ+ employee-led affinity groups, implemented ongoing DEI education and training courses, and launched monthly DEI events featuring guest speakers.

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Growing Your Career

Our Steps to Success Program provides unique learning opportunities for employees to develop personal and professional skills from the first day they begin their career with Essex. These programs allow employees to create an individually tailored journey unique to their goals. We support their growth through onboarding programs, learning opportunities, peer-to-peer mentoring, and an Emerging Leaders program. Essex also provides outside educational benefits by offering annual tuition reimbursement to support professional development.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities

We are proud to promote an inclusive culture where employees want to work and grow.

0% pay gap between men and women

50% of named executive officers are female

58% of manager positions held by people of color

40% internal promotion rate for current employees

Investing in Our Communities

Caring for the People We Serve

In 2020, we established the Essex Cares program to provide direct aid to Essex residents, employees, and communities in need. In our first year, we raised over $400,000 through employee and director contributions and committed $3 million to fund grants focused on catastrophic hardships. Employees can join together in company-wide charitable activities throughout the year, strengthening our spirit of giving and our desire to make a lasting impression on the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Sustainable Living

As industry leaders, we recognize the importance of building and sustaining eco-friendly apartments. Our sustainable living strategy focuses on reducing our environmental impact through energy efficiency, renewable energy generation, water conservation, and waste management. From native landscapes and renewable energy resources to EV charging stations and bike storage rooms, our Essex communities allow residents to experience a sustainable lifestyle.

Corporate Social Responsibility

More than 10 years ago, we began pursuing new initiatives to integrate sustainable practices into our communities. Our goal is to make our communities a place our residents are proud to call home. The four pillars of our corporate social responsibility strategy include improving our residents’ well-being, creating a positive work experience for our employees, reducing our environmental footprint, and delivering long-term results for our investors.

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Essex Culture

We're a diverse community of hard-working professionals who love our jobs and want nothing but the best for each other, both in and out of the office.