Leasing Specialist

Job Title: Leasing Specialist Location: Woodland Hills, CA 91367 Salary Range: $23.00 - $24.00 Hourly Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Description Position Overview Responsible for the leasing, marketing and maintaining positive resident relations of multi-family residential apartments. What We Offer Pay: $23.00–$24.00 per hour Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM . Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance; 401(k) with employer match Time Off: Paid vacation and 15 paid company holidays Key Responsibilities Greet prospects and qualify by covering all criteria (ask questions; utilize completed guest cards, etc.). Immediately record all telephone and in-person visits on appropriate reports. Files own guest cards and maintain according to established procedures. Inspect models and available “market ready”, communicate related service needs to Property Manager. Demonstrate community and apartment/model and apply product knowledge to clients needs by communicating the features and benefits; close the sale. Have prospect complete application and secure deposit in accordance with the company procedures and Fair Housing requirements. Update availability report, process applications for approvals. (i.e., credit check, rental history, etc.) Submit processed applications to the Community Manager for approval. Follow up with applicant regarding status. Ensure apartment is ready for resident to move-in on agreed date. Immediately follow-up on prospects that did not close and attempt to close sale again. If unable to help prospect, refer them to sister communities to meet prospect’s needs. Secure new resident’s signature(s) on appropriate paperwork prior to move-in. Orient new residents to community. Assist in monitoring renewals. Distribute and follow-up on renewal notices. Monitor advertising effectiveness. Gather information about market competition in the area and file. Represent the company in a professional manner at all the times. Accept rental payments and give immediately to Assistant Community Manager. Type lease and complete appropriate paperwork and input information on Yardi System accurately and on a timely basis. Review with the Community Manager prior to obtaining signatures. Maintain current resident files. Maintain and record daily inspections for the community. Distribute all company or community-issued notices. Maintain accurate monthly commission records on leases and renewals for bonus purposes. Assist management team with other various tasks as required. Consistently implement policies of the community. Receive all telephone calls and in-person visits. Listen to resident requests, concerns and comments. Maintain open communication with Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor. Contribute to cleanliness and curb appeal of the community on continuing basis. Assist in planning resident functions. Attend functions and participate as host for any functions as directed by the Property Manager. Participate in outreach marketing activities on a regular basis to obtain prospective residents. Advise residents of referral concessions (if permitted). Assist in placing, removing/updating banners, balloons, bandit signs, flags, etc. Distribute newsletters, pamphlets, flyers, etc. Conduct market surveys and shop competitive communities Abilities

• Demonstrate an ability to support and contribute to community team.
• Strong command of the English language, including proper grammar, spelling, and sentence structure.
• Thorough understanding of the English language and ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Must possess a positive attitude and the ability to smile under all circumstances.
• Participate in training in order to comply with new or existing laws.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Neat, clean, professional at all times throughout the workday and/or whenever present at the community.
• Comply with expectations as demonstrated in the employee handbook.
• Demonstrate ability to diffuse and respond to customer concerns to avoid escalation of the problem

Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. 2 years relevant experience Fair Housing Certification, willingness to obtain prior to interacting with prospective residents. Operate telephone, personal computer/keyboard, Microsoft Office including Word and MS Outlook, community software Compensation details: 23-24 Hourly Wage PI62981fcb9b1e-37528-40690179 #J-18808-Ljbffr WSH Management, Inc.