Leasing Agent - Multifamily Affordable Housing - South LA

SoLa Impact•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

SoLa Impact is seeking a talented and motivated Lease Up Leasing Agent to manage all aspects of leasing for its portfolio of affordable housing properties. The Leasing Agent works with the leasing team to meet occupancy goals and ensure an efficient, effective leasing process. The role develops and executes strategic leasing plans, uses sales skills to attract and retain tenants, and works with the marketing team to create property listings and promotional materials. The agent monitors market trends and adjusts strategies to meet leasing goals, while maintaining positive relationships with external partners and stakeholders. This position requires a self-starter. The stated base salary is $21–$24 per hour, plus $500 per lease in commission.

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 strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Affordable housing experience preferred; knowledge of Section 8 requirements is a plus.
Commercial leasing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Track vacancies accurately using an extended Excel spreadsheet and report key metrics.
Update vacancies in the cloud-based property management system and monitor upcoming vacancies based on tenant move-out dates.
Take clear, representative pictures of available units.
Write clear, grammatically correct task descriptions, email follow-ups, and leasing summary reports.
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 proactively follow up with HUD/Section 8 to obtain responses.
Follow up by email with interested applicants after open houses.
Maintain knowledge of SoLa criteria and requirements.
Process applications, screen and interview tenants to 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 leasing strategies 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.
Maintain positive relationships with external partners and stakeholders.