Leasing Specialist - $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

The-Nrp-Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & sick leave

11 paid holidays

Maternity & parental bonding leave

Short & long term disability

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Training, certification & growth

Employee referral & recognition

Job summary

The NRP Group seeks a Leasing Specialist for our Columbus, OH property Sinclair. You will conduct leasing activities, give tours, respond to inquiries, and coordinate move-ins while supporting on-site marketing and resident events.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of customer service or sales experience, and familiarity with Microsoft Office and Yardi is a plus. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college preferred.
• Tax Credit Specialist accreditation preferred.
• 1 year customer service or sales experience (or relevant education).

Responsibilities

• Conduct leasing activities: respond to inquiries, give tours, coordinate move-ins.
• Perform market surveys and shops of competitors.
• Develop on-site marketing activity and referral programs.
• Maintain closing ratios and property standards.
• Assist with renewals, notices to vacate, and lease expirations.
• Process application fees, deposits, rents and other fees accurately.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing and tax regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service and support resident events.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College preferred

Tax Credit Specialist accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi experience

Job description

Come join NRP’s A+ team! We’ve been recognized as a “Top Workplace” because we promote a culture where our team can build long-term careers and connections. As we grow as a company, our goal is that you will grow in your career.NRP has been recognized with several industry awards including Top Workplaces; Best and Brightest Companies to Work For; and National Apartment Association’s Best Places to Work.We value our employees by offering a competitive benefit package including:Commission and bonus opportunitiesPaid vacation and sick leave11 Paid holidaysPaid maternity & parental bonding leaveShort & long term disabilityMedical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance401(k) MatchTraining, certification, & growth opportunitiesEmployee referral & recognition programsSince its founding in 1994, NRP has been dedicated to building quality homes for our residents, regardless of income. The NRP Group is a full-service multifamily developer, general contractor, and property manager with assets and operations reaching an expanding range of markets nationwide. For additional information, please visit www.NRPGroup.com.Come join the NRP Team as a Leasing Specialist at our Columbus, OH property, Sinclair!Essential Functions Statement(s):Sales/MarketingConduct all leasing activities at the property, responding to telephone inquiries, providing tours of apartments and amenities, following up with prospects, and coordinating all move-insPerform telephone market surveys and physical shops of competitorsRecommend strategies and programs for on-site marketing activityDevelop and monitor merchant/neighborhood referral programs for move-in packets, newsletters, and resident retentionInitiate sales outreach plans including but not limited to new development, community management, internal and external communication, and supportRecommend programs and strategies to increase qualified traffic and closing ratiosMaintain passing e-shop, phone shop, and physical shop scoresMaintain closing ratios in line with NRP policies and proceduresMaintain a working knowledge of the LIHTC program and be able to help ensure file complianceAdministrativeAdhere to all NRP prospect and resident follow up procedures including, but not limited to, sales, service, request and random follow upInspect apartments with the new residents at move in and complete all the necessary paperworkSupport Community Assistant with tracking renewals, lease expirations, and notices to vacateCollect and accurately process and report receipt of application fees, security deposits, rents and other feesAccurately process and report receipt of application fees, security deposits, rents and other feesKeep files, desk, and leasing area organizedComply with all Fair Housing regulations, Tax Compliance regulations, and other laws as they relate to property specific guidelines and occupancy standardsInspect market ready units and models each morning, ensure models/mini-models are stacked with refreshments, lights on and show readyMay occasionally be required to assist at other propertiesRun errands to support the property as necessaryCustomer ServiceAssist in planning of resident functionsWalk the property for curb appeal and overall property appearanceAssist with the monitoring and directing of service operations to ensure service requests are completed within 24 hours and curb appeal standard are metProvide excellent customer service and display courteous and professional attitude toward all customersMaintain availability for resident functions, community affiliated events and weekendsPerform other duties as requiredSKILLS & ABILITIESEducation: High school diploma or equivalent, college preferred, Tax Credit Specialist (TCS) accreditation preferredExperience: 1-year customer service or sales experience (or relevant education)Technical Skills: Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Yardi Experience preferredOther Requirements: Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportationThe NRP Group is committed to a policy of assuring that all employees and applicants for employment are recruited, hired, assigned, placed, transferred, demoted, laid off, terminated, paid, trained, and generally treated during employment on the basis of qualifications and merit; without discrimination due to color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy or marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, military status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, or any other classification or activity protected by federal, state, and local law and ordinances.