Leasing Specialist

Price Brothers Management Company, a family-owned and operated property management organization with over 100 years in the real estate industry, invites applicants to join our dynamic team at Overland Park, KS. The role is a full‑time position in the Residential Department, offering competitive hourly compensation of $19.00 – $20.00. This position involves working across multiple community locations to support leasing, administration, and marketing functions. "Our employees have always been the beating heart of our business. The shared sense of pride and the work is unmatched. There is no Price Brothers without all the team members that call Price Brothers home." – Lena Price Key Role Responsibilities Specialist Report to different community locations as needed. Provide support and assist on‑site staff with training and initiative roll‑out. Assist Management with any requested work to be done at the community. Leasing Respond effectively to inquiries to generate prospective resident visits. Utilize sales skills to demonstrate market‑ready product and availability. Maintain a 35% closing ratio on prospects. Follow up with prospective residents. Lease and show apartments as needed. Monitor and track traffic at the community. Walk vacant units and make‑readies. Provide input for the weekly leasing meeting. Promote resident retention programs. Administration Perform lease administration. Set up and maintain lease files. Conduct required credit and reference checks. Initial approval on all paperwork and verifications. Present all applications to Manager for approval. Prepare reports and communicate with Management on daily activity or ideas to promote leasing results. Assist in the lease renewal process. Record all resident correspondence and submit to Management for review. Perform all duties in a timely manner according to standard operating procedure. Delivery of notices/flyers to apartment units as needed. Marketing Assist in all marketing initiatives. Promote and implement with the goal of reaching leasing and occupancy targets outlined in the marketing plan. Write and place ads, flyers and promotional materials (with Management approval). Generate new business contacts and marketing ideas to increase occupancy. Assist in preparing market surveys and shopping other communities. Minimum Qualifications Valid driver license and any other licenses or certifications required by the state. Driving is an essential function of the job. Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Effective, courteous communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office products and spreadsheet programs. Ability to learn and retain knowledge of operating software systems. Willingness to learn additional software packages as required. Strong customer service skills and ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Knowledge of safety programs and related policies, procedures, and laws. Basic math skills. Good organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Knowledge and practice of Company standard operating procedures. Professional attitude and neat, clean, well‑groomed appearance. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Effective time‑management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and have exceptional follow‑up skills. Ability to work under pressure to meet project schedules. Team member must have the ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Knowledge of marketing and sales techniques. Able to manage emergency situations. English must be used when communicating with a client or coworker; another language may be used if preferred by both parties. Our Ideal Candidate 2 years of sales or property management experience (preferred). Excellent communication (written and verbal), organizational, and customer service skills. Committed to continuous learning to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of rules, laws, and regulations. Ability to acquire knowledge of operating various computer functions and Property Management Software Systems. Ability to alternate schedules on an as‑needed basis. Benefits Health and wellness benefits start the first of the month after 30 days of service, including medical, dental, vision, life & disability, FSA dependent care, legal assistance, and identity theft protection. The company offers a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off and 10 holidays plus a birthday holiday, and opportunities for volunteering and celebrating team milestones. #J-18808-Ljbffr