Leasing Consultant

Avenue5 Residential, LLC • Richland, WA

8d • $21 - $22

About The Position

The Leasing Consultant coordinates activities related to apartment rentals, move-ins, move-outs, and lease renewals. The role interacts directly with prospective and current residents to achieve maximum occupancy, resident retention, and client satisfaction. It also supports resident relations and property operations, including assisting with work orders, maintaining records, and providing clerical support.

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 to 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, such as 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.
• 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 and detailed records of traffic activity in the computer.
• Follow up with prospective residents by phone, mail, or email and convert phone traffic into scheduled property-tour appointments.
• 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 and review move-in paperwork with new residents.
• Complete weekly leasing reports accurately and on time.
• Complete daily opening and closing procedures.
• Support resident relations throughout tenancy and ensure requests receive prompt, accurate responses.
• Shop competitive properties.
• Inspect buildings and grounds for safety and cleanliness and alert maintenance to repair needs.
• Assist with resident work-order requests and ensure work is completed in a timely manner.
• Provide clerical support to management, such as answering calls, filing, and processing property invoices, as needed.
• May assist with planning and implementing resident activities to increase resident retention.
• Comply with company policies, health and safety rules and 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