Leasing Agent (48912)

Two Coast Living • Yonkers, NY

19d • $25 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Leasing Agent (also referred to as Leasing Consultant) serves as a welcoming point of contact for prospective and current residents, guiding prospective residents through the apartment search and leasing process from initial greeting through move-in. The role involves presenting available apartments, answering questions, building resident relationships, supporting leasing goals, and helping current residents renew their leases. The position is based at Apex Hudson Riverfront in Yonkers, New York, and is full-time, nonexempt, with a day shift. The hourly salary range is $25.00–$26.00, with monthly commissions of $25 to $100 per lease. The role requires working busy traffic days, including Fridays and Saturdays weekly, Sundays as needed, holidays during peak business hours, and at least one closing shift weekly. Work is primarily in a general office environment and also involves moving around the property in variable weather and climates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous property management experience with a proven track record in leasing or sales.
• Natural disposition for sales and understanding of sales techniques and processes.
• Outgoing, positive personality and ability to make people feel welcome.
• Ability to build relationships and earn trust.
• Customer service skills and an eye for sales.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear writing and speaking free of typos or grammatical mistakes.
• Integrity, honesty, ethical conduct, and concern for resident and public safety.
• Respectful and dignified treatment of others; accountability, ownership, follow-through, initiative, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management skills, with ability to meet goals and deadlines.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability and willingness to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Availability to work Fridays and Saturdays weekly, Sundays as needed, holidays during peak business hours, and at least one closing shift weekly.
• Ability to lift or move items weighing up to 10 pounds and to walk, climb stairs, and sit or stand for extended periods while performing duties in variable weather conditions and climates.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate degree.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist prospective residents in finding an appropriate apartment home.
• Show available, move-in-ready apartments to prospective residents and answer their questions.
• Build trust and rapport with current residents to foster a welcoming community.
• Work with the team to meet leasing goals while maintaining high-quality customer service.
• Encourage and support lease renewals with current residents.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality and fulfill essential duties.
• Approve work schedules with the supervisor and follow Company scheduling guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with automatic enrollment after 60 days.
• Vacation time, including 40 hours during the first year.
• Paid sick leave, with at least 40 hours per year in states without a state mandate.
• Paid holidays or additional compensation when scheduled to work, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Monthly leasing commissions of $25 to $100 per lease.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED