Leasing Consultant-Steeplechase Village

29th Street; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Paid Vacation Days

6 Paid Sick Days

11 Paid Holidays

Immediate Eligibility for Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Short Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

401K

Job summary

29th Street in Columbus, OH is seeking a Leasing Consultant to assist Community Managers with leasing and occupancy at all properties while supporting marketing efforts. The role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, ensuring professional service to residents and accurate completion of leasing processes.

Candidates should have reliable service, knowledge of Microsoft Office, and a strong focus on increasing occupancy rates. This is a full-time position with a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Superior organization and communication skills.
• Ability to provide courteous and professional service to residents and supervisors.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist Community Managers with leasing and occupancy.
• Enter and close work orders.
• Show and accept applications for available units.

Skills

Superior organization and communication skills

Ability to provide courteous and professional service

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Reliability

Education

At least one year of experience preferred

Job description

Job Details
Level: Entry
Job Location: Steeplechase Village - Columbus, OH 43217
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: None
Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Property Management

Benefits

• 15 Paid Vacation Days
• 6 Paid Sick Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Immediate Eligibility for Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Short Term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401K and more!

Summary of Position

The Leasing Consultant will assist Community Managers with leasing and occupancy at all properties as well as assist with marketing efforts.

Essential Job Functions

• Entering and closing work orders
• First point of contact for all prospects and residents
• Check vacant units to ensure readiness for tours
• Upkeep in the model unit as well as the pathway to the model unit

Resident Management

• Constantly try to achieve 95% or higher collected occupancy rate
• Strive to renew 100% of all Resident leases at or close to market and 30 days prior to expiration
• Perform duty of showing, accepting application and completing the lease process for current and future available units
• Ensure all applications are completed accurately and processed according to the guidelines in Applications/Leases/Move‑ins
• Submit all lease and applications to Property Manager immediately upon completion with appropriate deposit dollars
• Ensure all leases are signed and money paid prior to issuance of property keys and access codes
• Complete resident move‑in and move‑out checklists with residents
• Deliver completed lease to Management Company within 24 hours of resident move‑in
• Complete the vacate settlement statement and return it and all lease copies to the office within one week
• Complete weekly activity summary and time log and submit as required each week to the Management Company office
• Maintain confidentiality on all matters pertaining to the property, ownership and residents
• Conduct all business in accordance with the company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, ADA, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other federal, state and local laws pertaining to multi‑family housing
• Ensure clean move‑ins, complete unit inspections and place move‑in gifts as appropriate

Marketing Responsibilities

• Study the surrounding market, noting trends and opportunities with respect to utilities, parking, value‑added services and community needs
• Complete property surveys of neighboring properties focusing on amenities, rents, concessions, and property curb appeal
• Conduct Open Houses and participate in other special events as requested by Corporate Managers
• Distribute all resident communication when asked (newsletters, notices, etc)
• Design and recommend to Management Company resident retention and incentive programs and implement these programs after approval
• Post vacant apartments on Craigslist and other suitable and approved marketing venues as defined by Management Company
• Assist with coordinating resident appreciation events

Qualifications

• Superior organization and communication skills
• Ability to provide courteous and professional service to residents, property managers and supervisors
• Ability to maintain courteous and professional relations with vendors and other service providers
• Must be honest in time reporting
• Reliability is a must
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license may be required

Education and Experience

Educational degree not required. At least one year of experience preferred.