Leasing Agent - Multifamily Affordable Housing - South LA

SoLa Impact•Los Angeles, CA

18h•$21 - $24

About The Position

SoLa Impact is seeking a self-starting Lease Up Leasing Agent to manage leasing activities for its portfolio of affordable housing properties. The role works with the leasing team to meet occupancy goals and keep the leasing process efficient and effective. The agent develops and carries out leasing strategies to attract and retain tenants, uses sales skills to support leasing goals, and collaborates with marketing to create property listings and promotional materials. The agent monitors market trends and adjusts strategies accordingly, while maintaining positive relationships with external partners and stakeholders.

Requirements

At least 2 years of property management experience.
Thorough understanding of the apartment leasing process.
Proficiency in MS Office and Yardi Voyager.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
Ability to present information concisely and clearly.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Well-developed time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Lease-up experience.
Bachelor’s degree.
Affordable housing experience.
Knowledge of Section 8 requirements.
Commercial leasing experience.

Responsibilities

Track vacancies using an extended Excel spreadsheet and report key metrics.
Update vacancies in the cloud-based property management system.
Monitor upcoming vacancies, including tenant move-out dates.
Take clear, representative pictures of newly available units.
Write clear, grammatically correct task descriptions, email follow-ups, and leasing summary reports.
Create and post property advertisements with pictures on Craigslist, vFlyer, Westside Rentals, RadPad, Apartments.com, and other related websites.
Complete RFTA forms for Section 8 tenants and follow up to obtain responses from HUD or Section 8.
Send follow-up emails to interested applicants after open houses.
Maintain knowledge of SoLa criteria and requirements.
Process applications, screen and interview prospective tenants, and determine eligibility for rental units.
Assist tenants with documents and collect information such as bank statements, Section 8 vouchers, and proof of income.
Work with nonprofits and government agencies seeking to place tenants.
Complete new-tenant intake and prepare leases accurately and on time.
Develop and execute strategic leasing plans to attract and retain tenants.
Collaborate with the marketing team on property listings and promotional materials.
Monitor market trends and adjust leasing strategies to meet goals.