Leasing Consultant

Avenue5 Residential • Denver, CO

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About The Position

Avenue5 Residential is seeking a Leasing Consultant to coordinate apartment rentals, move-ins, move-outs, and lease renewals. The role involves interacting with prospective and current residents to support occupancy, resident retention, and client satisfaction. The consultant provides customer service, promotes a quality living experience, and works with property management and maintenance teams to support residents and the property.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate to others.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with all levels of management.
• Sensitivity when handling confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to relay technical concerns with adequate detail, quickly and accurately.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and converse in English.
• Ability to use general office equipment, including a telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, and key track system.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Must complete and successfully pass Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of previous sales experience.
• At least one year of previous residential leasing experience.
• Prior experience with Yardi Voyager or an equivalent system.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to prospective and current residents and promote a quality living experience.
• Generate and handle leasing traffic, qualify prospective residents, lease apartments, prepare lease documentation, and complete move-in paperwork and processes.
• Keep model apartments in touring condition and orient prospective and current residents to the property.
• Process renewal paperwork and deliver documentation to current residents monthly.
• Maintain accurate, detailed traffic records in the computer and follow up with prospective residents by phone, mail, or email.
• Convert phone inquiries into appointments for property tours.
• Inspect apartments before move-ins and coordinate move-in and move-out needs and schedules with the maintenance team.
• Create and maintain confidential resident files, including reviewing move-in paperwork with new residents.
• Complete weekly leasing reports accurately and on time, and complete daily opening and closing procedures.
• Support resident relations during residents’ tenancy by responding promptly and accurately to requests.
• Shop competitive properties.
• Inspect buildings and grounds for safety and cleanliness and alert maintenance to needed repairs.
• Assist with resident work order requests and ensure work is completed in a timely manner.
• Provide clerical support to management, including answering phones, filing, and processing property invoices as needed.
• Assist with planning and implementing resident activities when requested.
• Comply with company policies, health and safety rules, regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage options.
• Basic life insurance.
• Matching 401(k) contributions.
• Time-off plan that includes 10 paid holidays, including a community service day and the employee’s birthday.
• Mentoring.
• Professional development.
• Discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition program.

What This Job Offers

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