Leasing Consultant

Leasing Consultant Supervisor: Community Manager FLSA Status: Non-exempt (Hourly) Job Summary Shows and leases apartments to prospective residents and supports the community's marketing plan. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists applicant in completing rental application, collects security deposit. Insures model apartments and target apartments are ready for show; maintains work areas and office in a clean and orderly manner; maintains curb appeal of the community. Has thorough knowledge of lease terms, specifications and all community policies. Knows required telephone and sales techniques. Understands Fair Housing Standards. Understands leasing techniques and sales methods as outlined in the Leasing & Marketing Manual; fully informed of current rental rates, sizes, locations and all amenities of the community. Maintains contact with all apartment locator services and local businesses to provide informational material; updates periodically. Shops competitive properties. Develops full knowledge of application information required, screening processes and policies regarding rentals. Develops and maintains an ongoing resident retention program under the direction of the Community Manager. Maintains all resident and community files. Updates market surveys monthly. Processes all required administrative forms, reports and related information efficiently and timely. Reports unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the community or residents. Handles resident requests and complaints courteously and efficiently. Makes professional appearance and behavior at all times. Seeks educational opportunities and self‑improvement for personal growth and development. Salary Range: $14.96 – $22.46 per hour. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or team members of the organization. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages. Fair Housing Certification required within 14 days of hire. Fair Housing must be completed within 1 day of hire. Preventing Sexual Harassment, Workplace Harassment and Drug Free Workplace courses must be completed within 7 days of hire. Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Resident Apartment Manager (RAM) designations are highly recommended. Physical Demands The physical demands include using hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands and arms; occasional climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Occasionally lifts or moves up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Work Environment The work environment includes frequent exposure to outside weather conditions. Noise level is usually moderate. Corporate Integrity All team members are expected to act professionally at all times, treat others with respect, value diversity, support team/community goals, follow company policies and procedures, and foster company core values. Franklin Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr