Leasing Consultant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Leasing Consultant Full Time – The Capitol, Tallahassee, FL, US 30+ days ago – Requisition ID: 1111 Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly Position Summary The Leasing Consultant is responsible for coordinating all activities related to apartment rentals, move‑ins and move‑outs, and lease renewals. This position also interacts directly with prospective and current residents to achieve maximum occupancy and ensure resident retention. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Generate and handle traffic, qualify prospective residents, lease apartments, prepare lease documentation, and complete move‑in paperwork and procedures. Ensure model apartments are in touring condition. Orient prospective and current residents to the property. Process renewal paperwork and ensure documentation is delivered to current residents on a monthly basis. Maintain accurate and detailed records of traffic activity by entering applicable information into the computer. Follow up with all prospective residents via phone, mail, or email. Convert phone traffic into scheduled appointments with prospective residents to tour the community. Ensure excellent customer service to prospective and current tenants, and promote a quality living experience for all residents. Inspect apartments prior to resident move‑ins and ensure apartments are in move‑in condition by coordinating move‑in/out needs and schedules with the maintenance team. Create and maintain confidential resident files, which includes reviewing move‑in paperwork with new residents. Complete weekly leasing reports accurately and in a timely fashion. Ensure all open and close procedures are completed daily. Assist with ongoing resident relations throughout the tenant’s tenancy by ensuring requests are responded to promptly and accurately. Responsible for shopping competitive properties. Inspect buildings and grounds to ensure safety and cleanliness, and alert Maintenance to items that need repair. Assist with processing work order requests for residents and ensure work is completed in a timely manner. Support management by providing clerical support such as answering phone calls, filing, and processing property invoices, as needed. May be asked to assist with planning and implementing resident activities to increase resident retention. Participate in Company‑provided training such as fair housing, safety, non‑discrimination, and harassment prevention. Required Skills / Specialized Knowledge Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English. Ability to use a personal computer and have working knowledge of email, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Entrata or other on‑site accounting software. Ability to use general office equipment such as telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, 10‑key, and key‑track system. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to relate to others. Professional verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Ability to perform basic mathematical and accounting functions. Ability to read and comprehend reports. Comprehension of federal fair housing laws and applicable local housing provisions. Ability to multitask. Ability to make quick and effective decisions. Ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people. Ability to close a sale. Ability to set and meet goals. Ability to consistently meet deadlines. Ability to maintain flexibility and creativity in a variety of situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to drive an automobile. Required Licenses & Certifications Current driver’s license and automobile insurance. Real estate license (if required by state). Other licenses and/or certifications as required by state law. Other Requirements Maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy. Be at work on a regular and consistent basis; overtime may be required. Work weekends and non‑traditional holidays. Available to work on‑call or when needed due to staffing shortages. Willing to participate in social media content creation as needed. Some travel may be required. Physical Demands Standing, walking, and/or sitting for extended periods of time. Frequent climbing, reaching, use of fingers, handling, talking, and hearing. Moderate crouching and lifting. Sustains substantially recurring movement to fingers, hands, wrists, legs, and feet. Pronounced visual acuity (near and far) and field of vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships. Ability to identify and distinguish color. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Rare to moderate proximity to moving, mechanical parts. Mental Functions Ability to compare, copy, compute, compile, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, negotiate, and communicate. Ability to tolerate stressful situations. Ability to work under moderate to close supervision. Work Environment Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions (temperatures may vary depending on the weather in the different regions). Potential exposure to noise, vibrations, atmospheric conditions, as well as working in confined or restricted spaces. Hazards Potential exposure to communicable diseases through frequent contact with public. Possible exposure to short‑tempered or aggressive people. Potential exposure to chemicals, electrical shock, heights, mechanical parts or machines, fire, and radiation. Monday - Friday, Days. Weekends and Holidays as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr