Leasing Specialist

The Michaels Organization • Fort Huachuca, AZ

1d • $18

About The Position

Overview The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day. Responsible for the leasing of all vacant homes and pre-leasing all homes that become vacant. He/she will ensure that the needs of the military families are met in a professional and courteous manner. He/she will coordinate outreach and assist with building resident satisfaction to increase levels of occupancy and build better community relationships. He/she will assist in accomplishing his/her responsibilities by completing all work assignments, reports and inspections in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Any combination of experience, education or training that will assist the employee to successfully fulfill the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• High School Diploma/and or GED
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record required
• Computer skills including MS Word, Power Point and Excel
• Advocate, organize, problem-solve and obtain results for residents.
• Ability to troubleshoot and prioritize work.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations and exercise resolution skills where appropriate.
• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment.
• Effectively present information, and respond to questions from Residents, Supervisors, and other co-workers.
• Capacity to operate independently and resourcefully, taking initiative and exercising own judgment for majority of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred knowledge of housing specific software, i.e. Yardi, RealPage.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for answering phones and inquiries on housing availability and have the ability to speak confidently to all inquiries as to the various features offered.
• Scheduling and assisting with periodic inspections and conducting Move-In and Move-out inspections with the client.
• Responsible to pre-inspect homes as assigned by supervisor prior to a scheduled Move-in to assure clean, habitable conditions and to create a favorable first impression.
• An ability to explain the community benefits to clients.
• Will be familiar with the various floor plans and neighborhoods that are available to the various ranks on the waiting lists.
• Keeps accurate records of all inquiries and applications on the waiting list.
• Monitor and follow up on the status of applications and the applicant’s acceptance or rejection of homes within their eligibility.
• Ensure completion of all required documentation to process the application including completion of the Lease and Move-in packet as well as all required leasing reports.
• Ensure the Move-in packet is completed according to the guidelines with a completed Move-In Inspection, signed by both management and the resident, and in compliance with Fair Housing Laws.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with code of ethics.
• Maintain mutually respectful, collaborative relationships with staff and residents.
• Attend appropriate internal and external meetings as assigned by supervisor.
• Enforces and adheres to company policies, rules and regulations.
• Participates in staff meetings and trainings as directed by supervisor.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive wage
• a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc.
• generous paid time off
• a 401 (k) plan with a company match
• Michaels Employee Scholarship Program
• professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees