Leasing Professional

Description

Role Summary

The Leasing Professional plays a pivotal role in the efficient and effective management of our properties, ensuring exceptional tenant experiences, and maximizing occupancy rates and revenue through leasing. This multifaceted position encompasses responsibilities related to leasing, tenant relations, and property administration.

Essential Functions

Leasing:

1. Greet and welcome prospective residents and provide them with a tour of the property.
2. Respond to inquiries from prospective residents, providing information about available apartments, lease terms, and amenities.
3. Process lease applications and conduct credit and background checks on prospective residents.
4. Prepare lease agreements, review them with prospective residents, and obtain signatures.
5. Collect and process rent payments and security deposits.
6. Handle resident concerns and inquiries in a timely and professional manner, resolving any issues that arise.
7. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of lease agreements, move-in and move-out dates, and resident communication.
8. Follow up with prospective residents to close the leasing process and ensure resident satisfaction.
9. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of market trends and competitive properties to effectively market our properties and attract new residents.
10. Work collaboratively with property management and maintenance teams to ensure a high standard of property maintenance and curb appeal.
11. Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
12. Maintain a lead engagement and task management score of 6 or better in Funnel CRM

Requirements

Competencies

1. Experience with leasing required.

2. Onsite multifamily property management experience is a plus.

3. Experience with Yardi, Entrata, MRI, or RealPage is a plus.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

5. Experience with Microsoft Office products.

6. Strong customer service skills

7. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills

8. Technologically savvy

Supervisory Responsibility

With the help and direction of the Property Manager, lead the on site team through their daily activities. Team includes, but is not limited to, front desk/concierge, janitorial, maintenance, and leasing professionals. Some of these positions may be staffed by a third party vendor. Work with the PM to address staff concerns as they may arise.

Work environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical demands

Standing for up to 4 hours. Lifting up to 40 lbs. Walking long distances throughout the property.

Position type and expected hours of work.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Some flexibility in hours is allowed. On-site presence may be required during emergencies which may happen at any hour or day of week.

Travel

Minimal travel is expected for this position.

Required education and experience.

• Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, and use simple math.

• 3-5 years of related experience preferred

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Leasing Experience

Preferred education and experience

• Familiarity with software programs used in this job preferred (i.e. Yardi, Entrata, MRI, or RealPage)

• Leasing experience

• Familiarity with software programs used in this job preferred (i.e. Funnel, Zillow, Jonah Systems, Digible, Engrain, MRI, Entrata, YARDI, etc.)

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.