Leasing Consultant

Leasing ConsultantJames River at Stony Point - Richmond, VA 23235OverviewLevel: Experienced Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Negligible Category: SalesResponsibilities and RequirementsPosition SummaryThe Leasing Consultant is responsible for providing leasing support to James River at Stony Point Apartments by sourcing prospective tenants, identifying their housing needs, and providing tours of apartments and the community in an effort to secure a lease. In addition, this role manages and facilitates all lease documentation, the move-in and move-out process, and provides customer service to all current and prospective tenants.Essential Job FunctionsProvides property and apartment unit tours to prospective tenantsPrepares lease and lease renewal documentsPartners with the Property Manager to monitor and maintain occupancy goalsFacilitates and schedules the tenant move-in and move-out processEncourages retention by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with residentsMaintains appointment calendar and assists in the preparation of move-in booklets and other promotional materialsAssists with resident functions, activities, and programs as neededAssumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as requiredRequired QualificationsEducation, Training and or/ ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED with one plus years of sales, hospitality, or leasing experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Personal CharacteristicsDisplays a positive, friendly and professional attitude with a strong focus on customer serviceExcellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicates easily with all levels of employees, tenants, and customersAbility to work both independently and as part of a cohesive teamAbility to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously, and meet established deadlinesAbility to travel between properties and to work a flexible scheduleProficient with residential property management technology programs such as Yardi and Microsoft OfficeProven ability to form relationships with internal business partners and external partnersPhysical Demands The nature of work requires an ability to communicate and exchange information, prepare work work documents, and operate standard business office equipment. Requires the ability to lift and move materials or equipment up to 10 pounds. Working Conditions Work is performed in a general office environment and apartment community. Weekend work and some evening work is required.Who We Are and What We OfferWho We AreWe are Zaremba Management Company and delighting our residents, prospective tenants, and community members is at the core of everything we do. Formed in 1987 to manage real estate properties owned or partially owned by the Zaremba Family in Cleveland, Ohio, The Zaremba Management Company has established itself as a champion of superior quality and service. Today, ZMC owns and manages communities in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Virginia, North Carolina, and Texas. We manage over 5,000 apartment units and 250,000 square feet of office space, and we continue to grow with the addition of fee managed communities and new acquisitions.What We OfferZaremba Management Company offers a competitive compensation package with a discretionary bonus program. In addition, full-time employees are eligible for a benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short term and long term disability, a 401k program and a generous Paid Time Off policy.