Leasing Agent

POSITION TITLE:  Leasing Agent  MANAGER:  Property Manager  GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  Principally responsible for maximizing occupancy by generating qualified traffic, networking within the local community, scheduling appointments, securing rentals, promoting resident retention.    QUALIFICATIONS Education:  High School Diploma or GED Required Experience: • Minimum two years of tax credit experience as a leasing agent or similar property management function Abilities: • Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OneSite or similar property management software • Excellent marketing techniques, sales abilities, strong customer service, and problem-solving are essential • Energetic team player with high degree of professionalism and integrity, organizational skills, attention to detail with high degree of accuracy • Ability to work flexible schedule, including weekends, to accommodate community needs ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES • Enthusiastically greet current and prospective residents • Conduct unit and site tours, build rapport with residents and prospects, determining prospect needs with the goal of obtaining an application and closing the lease  • Inspect vacant unit to ensure product readiness, show model and vacant units, and provide accurate community information • Conduct all leasing activities at the property, complete guest cards, record traffic, follow up with prospects, coordinate all move-ins, and update the waitlist accordingly • Follow Section 42 guidelines in the qualification, screening, and acceptance of applicants for residency • Accurately process and report receipt of application fees, security deposits, rents, and other fees • Recommend programs and strategies to increase qualified traffic and closing ratios • Complete market surveys to maintain product knowledge of competitors • Work to achieve and exceed lease-up schedules • Contact current residents in person and by written correspondence to renew leases and complete re-certifications within the 120-day period • Prepare all lease-related paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Explain lease documents to new and existing residents. Ensure all documents are completed prior to resident move-in • Perform other duties as assigned by the manager