What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leasing Agent position at Heritage Properties, Inc?
Apartment Leasing Agent
Are you a leasing dynamo? If so, Heritage Properties invites you to apply for full-time leasing in Olive Branch, MS, at The Vineyard of Olive Branch Apartment Homes, a 456 unit luxury apartment community. The Leasing Consultant will show and lease apartments to prospective residents and assist with renewal leases for existing residents; as well as effectively, courteously and efficiently provide customer service to prospects and existing residents.
Job Duties:
- Meet and qualify all prospective residents and obtain necessary guest card information.
- Obtain accurate traffic source information and enter it correctly in the system.
- Show prospective residents the models and units available for rent.
- Take applications for rental, accept rental deposits, and process applications for the approval procedure.
- Answer telephone and Internet inquiries providing information in response to rental inquiries. Make follow-up calls and e-mail responses as necessary.
- Assist in the lease renewal process performing duties as assigned by the General Manager or Assistant Manager.
- Open and secure models and "show" apartments daily. Help maintain the rental office, models and show apartments at all times.
- Walk the property daily to inspect rent ready apartments and the general condition of the community
Requirements for Leasing Consultant:
- Full-time position with regularly scheduled weekend hours.
- The ideal candidate will have previous apartment industry experience.
- Must be organized and detail-oriented, possess strong marketing and sales skills, effective communication skills, and experience with a telephone sales presentation.
- Must have good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Computer skills required
- Marketing experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of Yardi software is a plus.
- Must possess a current and valid Driver’s License.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Olive Branch, MS 38654: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location