Leasing Consultant

Paragon Properties, LLC.•Kalamazoo, MI

12d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Paragon Properties is hiring a Leasing Consultant for the Dover Hills Apartments team. The Leasing Consultant is the face of the community, guiding prospective residents through the leasing process and helping current residents feel at home. This role handles leasing, marketing, sales, customer service, resident retention, and administrative responsibilities, with an emphasis on building relationships and delivering an excellent resident experience. The position offers a guaranteed full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. Compensation is $18.50–$21.00 per hour, negotiable based on prior experience. Employment is at-will. Pre-employment background checks, drug screening, and physicals are required.

Requirements

At least 1 year in a customer-service- or sales-oriented role.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail.
Superior sales ability.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Complete pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of on-site leasing experience, or a combination of customer-service and sales experience and education.
Some college-level education.
YARDI experience.
Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations.

Responsibilities

Build initial and ongoing relationships with prospective and current residents through professional, upbeat in-person, telephone, and written communication.
Conduct tours, answer questions, and offer solutions that meet residents’ needs.
Improve community and company performance through relationship-based sales with prospects and residents.
Meet or exceed company performance standards for telephone and in-person sales.
Process application, move-in, and renewal paperwork for Manager review and approval.
Inspect the community, models, and vacant apartments to maintain high standards.
Support resident satisfaction through move-in and work-order follow-up.
Assist with planning and executing site marketing, advertising, and outreach to local businesses and employers.
Participate in planning and attending resident events.

Benefits

Supportive and fun work environment with a team that feels like family.
Guaranteed full-time 40-hour-per-week schedule.
Paid time off and 9 paid holidays.
Leasing move-in bonus.
Training program with opportunities for advancement.
Employee Recognition Program.
Rent discount.
401(k) program with employer contribution.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and optical insurance with a minimal waiting period for enrollment.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.