Leasing Consultant - Arden Overlook

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary:

The Leasing Consultant is responsible for duties related to leasing, retention, and occupancy for the community while promoting resident satisfaction. Create a lasting influence on visitors, prospects, and residents through customer service focus.

Responsibilities:

• Greet prospects and qualify by covering all criteria (ask questions; utilize completed guest cards, etc.)
• Prepare move-in packages and lease paperwork.
• Immediately record all telephone and in-person visits on appropriate reports. File own guest cards and maintain according to established procedures.
• Inspect models and available "market ready" units; communicate related service needs to Community Manager.
• Have prospect complete application and secure deposit in accordance with Valiant Residential procedures and Fair Housing requirements.
• Update availability report, process applications for approvals (i.e., credit check, rental history, etc.). Submit processed applications to the Community Manager for approval.
• Assist in monitoring renewals. Distribute and follow up on renewal notices.
• Monitor advertising effectiveness. Gather information about market competition in the area and file.
• Represent the company in a professional manner at all times.
• Accept rental payments and give immediately to Assistant Community Manager.
• Type lease, complete appropriate paperwork and input information on Yardi System accurately and on a timely basis. Review with the Community Manager prior to obtaining signatures.
• Assist management team with other various tasks as required.
• Consistently implement policies of the community.

• Experience in working with the public and/or sales.
• Fair Housing Certification, or willingness to obtain prior to interacting with prospective residents.
• Demonstrate an ability to support and contribute to community team.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
• Operate telephone, personal computer/keyboard, Microsoft Office including Word and MS Outlook, community software.
• Must possess a positive attitude and the ability to smile under all circumstances.
• Participate in training in order to comply with new or existing laws.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Two (2) years' experience in previous relevant customer service.
• Neat, clean, professional at all times throughout the workday and/or whenever present at the community.
• Comply with expectations as demonstrated in the employee handbook.
• Demonstrate ability to diffuse and respond to customer concerns to avoid escalation of the problem

• High School Diploma or Equivalent