Job Summary:

The Leasing Agent will show apartments to potential renters, lease apartments to qualified applicants, renew leases with current tenants, and perform managerial duties concerning the property as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Warmly greets visitors, prospective renters, and current residents.
• Provides potential tenants with brochures, information, and tours of facilities and available units.
• Consults with prospective tenants to identify requirements and budgets, then matches these needs with available properties.
• Ensures available and model apartments are fresh and tidy.
• Conducts background and credit checks and verifies other references as directed by Leasing Manager.
• Prepares leases for Leasing Managers review and approval; obtains signatures from management and tenants.
• Coordinates move-in dates, materials, and processes.
• Prepares move-in materials.
• Creates, develops, and maintains a wait list as needed.
• Tours property daily to ensure it is neat, tidy, attractive, and in good repair.
• Manages use of shared facilities such as fitness and recreation areas, laundry facilities, and meeting or gathering spaces.
• Assists with recordkeeping, filing, bookkeeping, and paperwork as required.
• Creates, develops, and maintains a list of promotions and discounts.
• Develops and implements marketing strategies to attract renters.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Outgoing, friendly attitude and ability to make others feel welcome and comfortable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good sales and customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Real estate sales license preferred.
• At least two years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and standing and walking, giving tours, and meeting with potential tenants.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse a variety of properties with stairs and in a variety of weather.
• Must be able to work weekends and/or evenings on a rotating schedule.