Part-Time Leasing Consultant

Avenue5 Residential, LLC•Kennewick, WA

4d•$21 - $22

About The Position

Avenue5 Residential is seeking a part-time Leasing Consultant to coordinate apartment rentals, move-ins, move-outs, and lease renewals. The role involves interacting directly with prospective and current residents to support maximum occupancy, resident retention, and client satisfaction. The consultant provides customer service, assists residents throughout their tenancy, maintains leasing and resident records, and supports property management operations.

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, 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.
Complete and 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.
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 documents, and complete move-in paperwork and processes.
Keep model apartments ready for tours and orient prospective and current residents to the property.
Process lease renewals and deliver renewal documentation to current residents monthly.
Maintain accurate records of leasing traffic in the computer and follow up with prospective residents by phone, mail, or email.
Convert phone inquiries into appointments to tour the property.
Inspect apartments before move-ins and coordinate move-in and move-out needs and schedules with maintenance.
Create and maintain confidential resident files and review move-in paperwork with new residents.
Complete weekly leasing reports accurately and on time, and complete daily opening and closing procedures.
Support resident relations by responding promptly and accurately to requests.
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, including answering calls, filing, and processing property invoices as needed.
May assist with planning and implementing resident activities to increase retention.
Comply with company policies, health and safety requirements, and applicable laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.