Leasing Consultant

Afton Properties • Lawrenceville, NJ

17d

About The Position

Afton Properties, Inc., a full-service real estate management company, is seeking a full-time Leasing Consultant for a garden-style property with 600–700 units. The role markets and leases properties to prospective tenants, provides tours, processes applications and lease agreements, and maintains knowledge of the local real estate market. The successful candidate will provide excellent customer service, communicate effectively, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment.

The schedule is five days per week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Employees are required to work Fridays and Saturdays, the property's highest-volume leasing days, and may be scheduled to work weekends. Additional duties may be assigned at the community manager's discretion. Compensation is $22.00–$25.00 per hour based on experience. Eligible team members may earn performance-based annual bonuses of $12,000–$20,000; bonuses are not guaranteed.

The position involves frequent movement around the property, including walking and inspecting units, conducting tours, and meeting applicants in person or through virtual tools. Equipment includes computers, phones, tablets, filing cabinets, copy machines, general office equipment, and golf carts.

Requirements

• Prior leasing skills are required.
• Customer service experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Basic computer knowledge, including Internet, Excel, Outlook, Word, and OneDrive.
• Knowledge of virtual and in-person touring.
• Ability to work the stated five-day schedule, including Fridays and Saturdays; weekend scheduling may also occur.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish and English language skills are preferred.
• Knowledge of Yardi and Rent Cafe is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct tours of available units, highlight property features, and answer prospective residents' questions.
• Pre-qualify prospective residents, process rental applications, verify personal references, and use Yardi and a CRM system to track information and ensure files are complete.
• Negotiate leasing terms and conditions, close deals, and support a smooth move-in process.
• Respond to tenant inquiries, resolve maintenance issues, and provide customer service in accordance with company standards.
• Advertise available units through various media and promotional materials.
• Maintain accurate records of unit availability in Yardi and the CRM system, updating information as needed.
• Prepare and maintain leasing paperwork, including housing applications, move-in information, lease files, renewal letters and leases, brochures, move-out requests, and other leasing and resident-relations forms.
• Stay informed about local market trends and competitors, and provide information about the property, including expansion, zoning, and crime.
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the leasing office, tour path, vacant apartments, amenities, and community curb appeal; notify appropriate staff of identified issues.
• Inspect apartment homes before move-in to ensure they meet company standards.
• Represent the company professionally and assist with marketing programs assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options with employer contribution.
• 401(k) with matching; eligible after 30 days of employment.
• 20% rental discount for qualified full-time employees after six months of employment.
• Paid vacation.
• 56 hours of paid sick leave.
• Paid holidays, including New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a flexible birthday holiday.
• Performance-based annual bonuses of $12,000–$20,000 for eligible team members; bonuses are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed