Part - Time Leasing Consultant

JOB PURPOSE:Each Leasing Consultant has primary marketing responsibility as it pertains to interfacing with prospective residents at the community, handling day-to-day issues with current residents, and coordinating the renewals of existing leases. In this position, Leasing Consultants are the community’s most important personnel as they can determine how well a community does in a very competitive marketplace. Specific training for Leasing Consultants centers on Fair Housing, closing techniques, and overcoming objections.Compensation:

The annual compensation for this role ranges between $30,000-$40,000, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for property bonuses.Benefits:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.401(k) plan with company match.Paid Time offEAP AssistancePRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide excellent service to all residents, prospects, and visitors to the community.Effectively lease apartments in accordance with occupancy goals.Follow Fair Housing Standards in all dealings with prospects and residents.Conduct outside marketing under the direction of the Assistant Manager and the Community Manager.Conduct the application review for each lease including credit and income verifications and background checks.Complete lease paperwork and files for each resident to include the lease, all addendums and other proper documentation and signatures.Ensure the condition of leased apartments prior to move-in, including a final inspection.Follow up with residents throughout their lease terms, promote the annual renewal campaign for the community, manage lease renewals and complete lease documents.Complete all tasks necessary to successfully operate the leasing office.Specific Responsibilities:Daily/Weekly:Perform a daily “marketing” inspection, including the check of the model, the condition of the leasing path, and amenities areas.Answer all phone calls, emails, and voicemails that come in throughout the day.Inspect signage including bootlegs, banners, balloons, and brochures.Vacuum and clean clubroom as needed, if not performed by housekeeper.Prepare cookies or restock candy, beverages, and coffee each morning. Notify Community Manager when supplies are needed.Greet prospects and show apartments and coordinate the leasing process.Maintain Guest Cards and leasing notebook. Follow-up on all traffic with a Thank You email the same day as their visit and a phone call within 24 hours of their visit.Enter prospect information into Entrata as directed by Assistant Community Manager.Once lease file is complete and all signatures have been provided, ensure that a completed lease file is forwarded to Assistant Community Manager for review and approval.In conjunction with Maintenance Team, enter work orders into Entrata and provide a follow-up call if work cannot be completed within 24 hours.Complete renewal effort tasks as necessary.Monthly/On-Going:Archive inactive Leads. Ensure Leads and Applicants in Entrata are up to date.Conduct outside marketing under the direction of the Assistant Manager and Community Manager.Complete audits of lease files and Entrata data as instructed by the Assistant Manager and Community Manager.Stay up to date with competitor rental rates, features, and specials.TURN:Assist Assistant Community Manager with roommate matching processes and communication.Communicate to Assistant Manager and to the Maintenance Supervisor any resident requests or issues during the Turn process.Coordinate Move-In process with new residents.QUALIFICATIONS:Professional and enthusiastic demeanor resulting from sales, leasing, marketing, and customer service experience.Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and communicate effectively.Excellent customer service, sales, and negotiation skills.Good communication and listening skills.Able to read and understand lease documents.Organized and detail-oriented.Patient, even-tempered, and works well under pressure.Able to write routine reports and correspondence.Able to maintain confidentiality.Able to work weekends or overtime as job requires.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s Degree preferred; or High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.OTHER AND/OR PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and Excel.Knowledge in Entrata preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:NoneSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Does this job have supervisory responsibilities? No

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