Leasing Agent I

Leasing Agent I Full Time • Woodridge, Tualatin, OR, US 3 days ago • Requisition ID: 4923 Salary Range: $17.25 To $18.54 Hourly Guardian Management has a need for a Full Time Leasing Agent I to join our team at Woodridge! Woodridge is an affordable apartment community with 264 units located in Tualatin, OR. The primary purpose of this position is to conduct the day‑to‑day leasing activities for the property and maintain positive resident and prospective relations. This includes ensuring good physical appearance and maintenance upkeep of vacant units, coordinating cleaning and repairs of vacant units with the Community Manager and Maintenance Staff, leasing in compliance with applicable government programs for the property, always adhering to Fair Housing and Landlord Tenant Laws, and completing all required paperwork and reports on time. Schedule 40 hours / week Compensation $17.25 - $18.54 depending on experience per hour + benefits. Benefits Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer‑matched 401‑K, 10 days of Vacation Time per year, 1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked, 7 Paid Holidays + 1 Birthday Holiday, Employee Assistance Program. Requirements High school diploma or GED. At least one (1) year of experience working in customer service, sales, marketing, or a college degree in a related field. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong technology, internet and general computer use skills and willingness to learn new programs as needed. Ability to speak, read and write in English. Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner, both verbally and in writing. Ability to complete company training requirements for this position within pre‑determined deadlines and attend other training sessions as required. Preferred Qualifications Strong mathematical skills. Comfortability with social media platforms, willingness to manage property social media as needed. Experience with affordable housing concepts (waitlists, tax credit paperwork, housing subsidies, etc.). Essential Functions Always represent Guardian in a positive and professional manner. Support Community Managers efforts to ensure that the company’s efforts fully meet and exceed property management obligations. Work in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws (Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant Laws, OSHA, etc.). Greet and tour prospects, and answer questions about the property in accordance with Fair Housing laws. Record all telephone and in‑person visits on appropriate reports and file guest cards according to company established procedures. Communicate the features and benefits of community and apartment units to identify a match with potential residents. Inspect model unit and available “market ready” units and communicate related service needs to the Community Manager. Keep the model unit in condition to show and assist with the coordination of requests for repairs and maintenance. Regularly inspect property and vacant apartments. Have a thorough understanding of rent charges, lease issues and other tenant concerns. Complete application with prospect and secure deposit in accordance with the company procedures, property programs and Fair Housing requirements. Update availability report, process applications for approvals, submit processed applications to the Community Manager for approval and follow up with applicant regarding status. Negotiate move‑in date and make sure unit is ready by this date. Secure resident signature(s) on appropriate paperwork prior to move‑in and orient new residents to the community. Assist in monitoring renewals and distribute and follow up on renewal notices, following company and Fair Housing guidelines. Administer leasing efforts including reviewing all tenant billings, analyzing lease clauses, preparation of vacancy reports, enforcing tenant compliance and performing landlord obligations including the collection and deposit of rent payments. Identify leasing prospects and respond to routine leasing inquiries. Manage resident relations by presenting information, responding to questions and concerns and communicating effectively especially in emergency and inflammatory situations. Follow confidentiality guidelines for all resident, property, owner, and Guardian information at all times. Accurately record time worked, adhere to time keeping guidelines on a daily basis. Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships between departments and with coworkers. Constantly strive for improvements in work process and results to better meet resident needs, ownership goals and objectives, and company standards and expectations. Other duties as assigned by the Community Manager or Portfolio Manager. AAP/EEO Statement This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr