Leasing Agent(HUD & Tax Credit)

Pratum Companies•Gainesville, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratum Companies is looking for a Leasing Consultant for our Gainesville VA, Property. This is an affordable housing and Tax Credit property which requires all tenants to meet certain income requirements. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of PB section 8 affordable housing, fair housing regulations and Low income housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) experience.

Requirements

Prior leasing at an affordable and Tax Credit property, to include working knowledge of certification and recertification processes.
Excellent and premiere customer service and sales experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to work independently on assignments
Proficient in Word, Outlook, One-Site Property Management Software and Internet
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Basic Math skills

Nice To Haves

Understanding of PB section 8 affordable housing
Understanding of fair housing regulations
Low income housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) experience

Responsibilities

Handling all aspects of leasing apartments, including greeting prospective residents, following up with prospects, touring the community, processing applications, preparing leases and closing the sale
Processing HUD and Tax Credit re-certifications
Provide superior customer service
Update unit availability/waitlist
Understanding the community and its amenities, rents, and specials - as well as those of the community’s competitors
Conduct off-site marketing and assist in preparing marketing surveys
Screen all incoming residents by objective qualification standards
Achieve an acceptable leasing closing ratio
Maintain activity reports by recording traffic daily
Assist with resident programs and retention
Assist with coordination of and participate in resident functions
Perform all other duties assigned by the Assistant Manager/Community Manager