Leasing / Rental Associate for Luxury Residential Apartments, Clifton Park, NY

MidAtlantic Employers' Association•Clifton Park, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting full-time, permanent opportunity available for a Leasing / Rental Associate at "The Crossings at Halfmoon", our beautiful Luxury Apartment complex located in Clifton Park, NY. This role is in Saratoga County, outside of Albany, NY. Our address is: 1688 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065. We are located right off I-87 and surrounded by local shopping and dining options for your convenience, while tucked away in a quiet natural setting a short drive away. We're committed to creating more than just a place to live. We're building a community where you'll genuinely love coming home. Our Luxury Apartments are beautifully maintained and welcoming. They have been upgraded to have the best accommodations and amenities available for a great residential community living experience. We offer modern 1-2-bedroom apartments, we are pet-friendly, we have outdoor picnic areas with BBQ grills, swimming pool, immediate wi-fi and cable, spacious closets, in-apartment washer/dryer, and offer fitness interests as well - (Fitness Center, Basketball & Tennis Courts). This is a "on-site" role where you will be customer facing and liaising with all Merion Residential Staff Members, existing residents and will be welcoming a wide array of new residents to the property.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2+) years of sales/leasing experience or equivalent experience.
Ability to follow directives and work with minimum supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, to communicate issues, problems, ideas, concerns, and information on work progress.
Ability to interact positively with residents, employees, vendors, and the public.
Basic arithmetic skills.
Excellent follow-up and follow-through skills; solid organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work as a team member.
Technical capacity - Including property management applications; MS Office Suite.
May be required to utilize personal transportation to inspect apartment community grounds and units, as well as the surrounding neighborhood, or to complete outreach marketing.
Business travel for regional meetings and/or training may be required representing up to 15% of travel time for business purposes.
Occasional use of a golf cart may be necessary.
Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
A high school diploma is required.
At least two (2+) years of sales, marketing, customer relations, or leasing experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidates will also possess or be interested in pursuing their state real estate sales license certification.

Responsibilities

Provide first-line customer service for prospective and current residents, as well as property guests.
Communicate (including follow-up) with residents and prospects by phone, email, and text in a timely manner.
Lead tours of the property, including showing the model unit, vacant units, and marketing property amenities to close sales and maintain and increase occupancy.
Track and follow up with all referrals, walk-ins, phone, text, or email inquiries.
Develop and maintain leasing material(s) detailing the property’s unique features, amenities, size, vacancies, rental rates, and current leasing promotions.
Assist with developing and coordinating leasing events and resident promotional activities.
Prepare the leasing move-in packet which includes all required forms, deposits, schedules, and information.
Process lease applications.
Complete and maintain lease files for each rental, and ensure all files contain required documentation.
Inspect apartments for move-in condition and turnover status.
Prepare and distribute required reports, monthly newsletters, resident correspondence, etc.
Work with management to develop and implement residential programming, including special events and ongoing instructional and recreational activities.
Visit comparable properties and assist the Community Manager in preparing competitive market analysis reports.
Remain current on and compliant with policies and laws affecting the marketing and leasing of the property, including the Company’s leasing agreement, landlord-tenant code, Fair Housing laws, and other applicable laws.
Maintains regular daily office hours, ensuring adequate coverage on weekends and holidays.
Complete outreach marketing on a weekly or monthly basis depending on the needs of the property.