Leasing / Rental Associate for Residential Apartment Complex, Clifton Park, NY

Leasing / Rental Associate for Residential Apartment Complex, Clifton Park, NY We have an exciting full-time, permanent opportunity availablefor a Leasing / Rental Associate at The Crossings at Halfmoon , ourbeautiful Residential Apartment complex located in Clifton Park, NY.This role is in Saratoga County, outside of Albany, NY. Our address is: 1688 Route 9, Clifton Park, NY 12065 We are located right off I-87 and surrounded by local shoppingand dining options for your convenience, while tucked away in aquiet natural setting a short drive away. We're committed to creating more than just a place to live.We're building a community where you'll genuinely love coming home. Our Apartments are beautifully maintained and welcoming. Theyhave been upgraded to have the best accommodations and amenitiesavailable for a great residential community living experience. We offer modern 1-2-bedroom apartments, we are pet-friendly, wehave outdoor picnic areas with BBQ grills, swimming pool, immediatewi-fi and cable, spacious closets, in-apartment washer/dryer, andoffer fitness interests as well - (Fitness Center, Basketball &Tennis Courts). This is a on-site role where youwill be customer facing and liaising with all Merion ResidentialStaff Members, existing residents and will be welcoming a wide arrayof new residents to the property. Company Mission Statement: Merion Residential is committed to providing Residents with asimplistic, hassle-free rental experience; our owners and investorsa solid return on their investment; and our employees a stable workenvironment and equal opportunity for learning and professionalgrowth. Our Motto: The Company that Keeps Good Company! Job Summary Overview: A Leasing Associate acts as an initial ambassador between thepublic, the residents of the apartment community, and the communitymanagement team. This individual is responsible for providing exceptional serviceto community residents, future residents, and internal team members(and vendors). They must provide the community with value and quality byassessing the needs of the clients they are assisting and providinga solution that not only coincides with the goals of the communitybut is beneficial for all concerned parties. Essential Job Functions: Provide first-line customer service for prospective andcurrent residents, as well as property guests. Communicate (including follow-up) with residents and prospectsby phone, email, and text in a timely manner. Lead tours of the property, including showing the model unit,vacant units, and marketing property amenities to close sales andmaintain and increase occupancy. Track and follow up with all referrals, walk-ins, phone, text,or email inquiries. Develop and maintain leasing material(s) detailing theproperty’s unique features, amenities, size, vacancies, rentalrates, and current leasing promotions. Assist with developing and coordinating leasing events andresident promotional activities. Prepare the leasing move-in packet which includes all requiredforms, deposits, schedules, and information. Process lease applications. Complete and maintain lease files for each rental, and ensureall files contain required documentation. Inspect apartments for move-in condition and turnover status. Prepare and distribute required reports, monthly newsletters,resident correspondence, etc. Work with management to develop and implement residentialprogramming, including special events and ongoing instructional andrecreational activities. Visit comparable properties and assist the Community Managerin preparing competitive market analysis reports. Remain current on and compliant with policies and lawsaffecting the marketing and leasing of the property, including theCompany’s leasing agreement, landlord-tenant code, Fair Housinglaws, and other applicable laws. Maintains regular daily office hours, ensuring adequatecoverage on weekends and holidays. Complete outreach marketing on a weekly or monthly basisdepending on the needs of the property. Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a... Training Requirements: a) New Employee Required Training in the following areas: 'Workplace Harassment Prevention, Fair Housing, HumanTrafficking Awareness & Prevention (*), and Security AwarenessTraining (aka Cybersecurity).' (*) Florida law requires this training upon hire and annually thereafter. b) New Employee Required Training (New Jersey employees): FairChance in Housing Act. c) Other position-based business and/or industry-relatedtraining courses as assigned. d) Merion University is Merion Residential’s centralizedlearning platform. Merion University reinforces the company’scommitment to expanding the knowledge, skills, and professionaldevelopment experiences of all team members (new employees andexisting staff) by providing comprehensive and robust opportunitiesfor learning and personal growth. o Merion University is located on Jostle (company intranet) >Library > Merion University. This job operates in a professional office environment. Thisrole routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers,phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc. Work Location: This is a customer-facing, On-Site, position that is based atour Clifton Park, NY property, which means that the worksite isprimarily within the apartment community, such as the leasingoffice, maintenance shop, or resident’s apartment home. This position requires direct and frequent interaction withresidents, prospects, and other invited business guests. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isregularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequentlyrequired to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; andreach with hands and arms. The employee is required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel,crouch, or crawl. The position requires sitting for extensiveperiods of time and frequent walking in the workplace. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds atvarious distances. Specific vision abilities required by this jobinclude close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheralvision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Experience and Skills: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Minimum of two (2+) years of sales/leasing experience orequivalent experience. Ability to follow directives and work with minimum supervision. Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing andverbally, to communicate issues, problems, ideas, concerns, andinformation on work progress. Ability to interact positively with residents, employees,vendors, and the public. Basic arithmetic skills. Excellent follow-up and follow-through skills; solidorganizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work as a team member. Technical capacity - Including property managementapplications; MS Office Suite. Driving/Travel Requirements: May be required to utilize personal transportation to inspectapartment community grounds and units, as well as the surroundingneighborhood, or to complete outreach marketing. Business travel for regional meetings and/or training may berequired representing up to 15% of travel time for businesspurposes. Occasional use of a golf cart may be necessary. Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. Required Education and Experience: A high school diploma is required. Preferred candidates willalso possess or be interested in pursuing their state real estatesales license certification. At least two (2+) years of sales, marketing, customerrelations, or leasing experience. Salary is: $19.00 - $21.00/hr. Benefits: Eligible for full benefits after 90 days. #J-18808-Ljbffr MidAtlantic Employers' Association