Leasing Property Associate

Fairgrove Property Management; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Fairgrove Property Management in Southern California is seeking a Leasing Associate to handle leasing and marketing of available rental homes. You will deliver exceptional customer service and maintain positive prospective resident relations.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with compensation of $26.00–$28.00 per hour and a benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage, plus a 401(k) and PTO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in scattered-site property management or sales.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with cloud-based software.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Leasing and marketing of available rental homes.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain prospective resident relations.
• Respond to inquiries and process applications in a timely manner.
• Prepare and explain lease agreements to residents.
• Schedule showings and create market analyses for leases/renewals.
• Ensure compliance with housing laws and marketing standards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AppFolio

Microsoft Office 365

ShowMojo

Craigslist

Job description

Description

Fairgrove Property Management provides industry-leading residential property management services to real estate investors and residents throughout Southern California. Founded in 1976, the Irvine, CA-based company makes owning investment properties profitable and effortless. Four decades of experience in the residential real estate sector empowers Fairgrove to deliver a combination of exceptional operational expertise and innovative technology to both owners and residents. The company’s management approach enables stress-free, passive investing for owners, and provides residents with quality housing where service is the highest priority. Fairgrove Property Management operates in four major Southern California markets and is rapidly expanding across the West.

Job Summary:

The Leasing Associate is responsible for the leasing and marketing of available rental homes throughout the portfolio. Providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive prospective resident relations.

Position Details:

• Full-Time Position


• Hours: 40 hours per week


• Compensation: $26.00-$28.00/hr

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage


• 401(k) Plan


• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Requirements

Essential Job Functions – Position Requirements

• Respond to all email and phone inquiries within 2 business hours.


• Review and process completed applications within 24 hours of receipt.


• Calculate and verify income, rental history, and credit reports.


• Generate and explain lease agreements to future residents.


• Schedule showings with prospective residents.


• Create and update market analyses for new leases and renewals.


• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws, rent increases, and rent caps.


• Execute marketing activities to drive traffic to the property, including ad language, photos, video tours, and signage.


• Use ShowMojo, AppFolio Guest Cards, Craigslist, and other websites to generate and manage showings.


• Ensure property grounds and units meet Company standards for show quality. Communicate maintenance needs to the team and supervisor.


• Arrive 10 minutes early for showings to ensure the unit is show-ready.


• Follow up with prospects and new residents by email, text, or phone to finalize leasing decisions and ensure resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.


• 2+ years of experience in scattered-site property management, with customer service or sales experience.


• Strong knowledge of computers, technology, and cloud-based software.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.


• AppFolio experience preferred.


• Great communication skills.


• Customer service oriented.


• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.


• Clean driving record with no major violations.


• Dependable transportation.


• Weekend availability is required.