Leasing Agent (Hiring Immediately)

Job Title: Leasing Specialist Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: Property Manager Location: Saint Paul , MN Real Estate Equities is hiring a Leasing Agent! Join our team at Ames Lake Neighborhood building community located in Saint Paul, MN. Purpose: Take ownership of leasing apartments to continually maintain a competitive occupancy for the community in the marketplace. Benefits: * Competitive Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour + commission and bonus * Generous Time Off: 10 paid holidays + 16 PTO days + Sick & Safe Time * Health & Wellness Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance * Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match up to 4% * Company-Paid Coverage: Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance * Career Growth: Access to training and development opportunities Job Duties and Responsibilities: * Meet or exceed budgeted occupancy requirements by: * Creating a positive prospect experience. * Managing Knock leasing platform by following up with leads and keeping a consistent engagement score of 85% or higher. * Scheduling tours, show apartments and follow up with prospects. * Respond to leasing inquiries via email, if applicable. * Process prospect background check. * Ensure prospect meets or exceeds Company screening requirements. * Process paperwork required to determine household eligibility for affordable housing programs. * Process resident applications and follow up with residents to get necessary paperwork to lease and or renew resident leases. * Complete a monthly pricing analysis of competitive buildings to optimize pricing and promotions. * Provide residents and applicants with exceptional customer service and foster good resident relations. * Report any issues with vacant apartments that would deter the ability to rent. * Guide residents to the appropriate staff member to address issues. You may address if the above items are complete. * Attend Compliance training in person at corporate office, via video conference or provided by a vendor. * Attend regularly held training and meetings as necessary. * Participate in resident activities and outreach programs. * Be a valuable part of an effective on-site team. * Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements: * 1-3 Years previous leasing or related sales experience preferred. * Yardi experience preferred. * Knock experience preferred. * Previous affordable housing experience with Section 8, Section 42, LITHC and Tax Credit preferred. * Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. * Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task/meet deadlines. * Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. * Maintain professional office environment and treat fellow coworkers and residents with respect. * Ability to understand and follow instructions. * Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and the ability to apply them in your daily interactions with residents, applicants, and prospects. * Consistently follow, enforce and support Company screening criteria as required by the Fair Housing Laws and Company. Physical Requirements: * Ability to sit for long periods of time at a computer. * Ability to lift up to 10 pounds. * Ability to twist, turn, bend, stoop and walk up and down stairs as necessary. Compensation details: 20-22 Hourly Wage PI8575521ce61d-38003-41051685