Leasing Specialist New 929 Ninth Ave. San Diego, CA

Leasing Specialist The Leasing Specialist is responsible for leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations within the community. Key Responsibilities Greet and qualify all prospects. Record all telephone and in‑person visits on guest cards. Inspect models and available units, communicate service needs to Community Manager. Demonstrate community and apartment/model knowledge, communicate features and benefits to prospects; close the sale. Guide prospect through application process and secure deposit in accordance with company procedures and Fair Housing requirements. Update availability reports, process applications for approvals. Ensure apartments are ready for residents to move in on the agreed date. Follow up on prospects that did not close and attempt to close the sale again or refer to sister communities if unable. Secure new resident signatures and orient them to the community. Assist in monitoring renewals; distribute and follow up on renewal notices. Type leases, complete paperwork, and enter accurate information into Yardi System. Maintain current resident files and distribute company or community‑issued notices. Maintain accurate monthly commission records on leases and renewals for bonus purposes. Assist the management team with various tasks as required. Listen to resident requests, concerns, and comments; complete maintenance service requests and communicate timely with maintenance team. Inform residents about community rules, rent, repairs, etc., and follow up when needed. Ensure all maintenance repairs are handled satisfactorily and communicate completion daily. Maintain open communication with Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor. Contribute to the cleanliness and curb appeal of the community on an ongoing basis. Assist in planning resident events and host events as directed. Conduct all business in accordance with company policies, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable laws. Manage compliance file maintenance under direction of Compliance Department and Community Manager. Qualifications 2+ years of sales and/or customer relations experience. Low‑income housing and tax‑credit experience highly desired. Bilingual (English & Spanish) highly desired. Thrives in a fast‑paced environment. Flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Solid computer knowledge of Windows (Word, Excel), internet, and e‑mail. Working knowledge of Yardi Voyager Property Management software. Physical Demands & Working Conditions Essential staff: report to work and adhere to all safety and business protocols. Frequent sitting and walking. Repetitive use of computer, keyboard, mouse, and phone. Reading, comprehending, writing, performing calculations, and communicating verbally. May work in an elevated site or uneven ground. Occasional squatting, bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling. Compensation $20 - $22 USD per hour. Benefits Culture built on purpose and core values. Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and more. Growth opportunities based on achievement with promotion from within. Development: online training, training classes, and one‑on‑one coaching. Diversity & Inclusion Avanath values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the community it serves. Equal Employment Opportunity Avanath is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr