Leasing and Occupancy Specialist I (Westcott Twin)

WinnCompanies•Swampscott, MA

23h•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

WinnCompanies is looking for a motivated Leasing and Occupancy Specialist II to join our team at Westcott Twin, a 114-unit new property located in Swampscott, MA. In this role, you will perform all day-to day leasing and marketing activities related to apartment rentals, move-ins, re-certifications, and lease renewals at a mixed income property. Please note that the pay range for this position is $21.00 to $24.00 per hour. Final salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors. The selected candidate will adhere to the following schedule: 10:00AM to 2:00PM (16 hours per week).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
1-3 years of relevant work experience.
A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
Experience with web-based applications and computer systems such as Microsoft Office.
Excellent customer service skills.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
Superb attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
Prior experience working with Project-Based Section 8 and LIHTC.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
NALP and SHCM certification.
COS or TCS licenses preferred.
Knowledge of Yardi or Real Page software.
Experience in property management, affordable/tax credit programs, hospitality, customer service, sales, retail or restaurant industry.

Responsibilities

Interact with prospective and current residents to achieve maximum occupancy.
Generate and manage traffic, lotteries, wait list, property tours, leasing apartments, qualifying prospects and following up on prospects leads.
Prepare lease documentation applicable to program types, complete move-in paperwork and procedures.
Maintain applicable databases, and ensure tour route, amenity areas and show units are to company standard.
Deliver customer service that exceeds expectations for new and current residents.
Educate and implement WinnCompanies programs, processes and policies to new and current residents as applicable.
Review, prioritize and distribute resident service requests as required.
Assist with the planning and facilitation of property events or programs required by the mixed income program guidelines.
Assist on-site management with ensuring all marketing documents, supplies, reports, advertisements and web content are current and updated as necessary based on property, regional or corporate initiatives.
Maintain relationships with area businesses, local housing offices, employers and real estate brokers to generate new business or to maintain an extensive waiting list for all unit types.
Remain current with local events and hiring trends that may have an impact on the property.
Maintain knowledge and understanding of current and sub markets; to include competitors and customer demographics.
Responsible to gather appropriate documents by program types for residency approval submission to the appropriate person or third party vendor for review and approval during application or recertification process.
Remain up to date with any/all Federal, State and/or other regulatory requirements and programs.