Leasing Specialist (Full-time)

Congressional Properties LP; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Polinger Company in Rockville, MD is seeking a Leasing Specialist to manage the sales process from tour to lease signing, presenting apartments and community in a compelling way. You will handle inquiries, schedule appointments, process applications, and strive to meet occupancy goals while delivering excellent resident service and maintaining accurate files.

A 1–2 year background in leasing or a related degree is preferred; strong computer skills, social media savvy, and knowledge of Fair

Qualifications

• 1-2 years leasing, sales, or related customer service preferred, or a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• The ability to multi-task and maintain a professional appearance is a must.
• Proficient knowledge of Fair Housing requirements and strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility for a schedule including 2-3 weekends per month.

Responsibilities

• Greeting prospective residents and providing property tours.
• Receiving telephone inquiries and scheduling appointments.
• Processing lease applications and qualifying residents.
• Achieving leasing goals to reach or exceed occupancy targets.
• Managing leads from Maxleases or other lead management software.
• Conducting follow-up with prospective and current residents.
• Maintaining knowledge of surrounding community and competitors.
• Participation in promotional events and outreach marketing.
• Supporting Property Manager with general office tasks and resident files.

Skills

Sales

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Relationship-building

Social media

Microsoft Office

Fair Housing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Lead management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ABOUT US:

Polinger Company is an established family-owned and operated full-service real estate organization that offers numerous opportunities in a wide range of disciplines and career paths. Our corporate culture is responsible for more than half of the corporate team being with the company for 10 years or longer. This type of longevity is unique but not surprising given the combination of outstanding working conditions, generous benefits, and opportunities to grow and develop professionally and personally.

The Leasing Specialist, under the direction of the Property Manager, is responsible for managing the sales process, from start to finish; presenting our apartments and community in a compelling way, overcoming objections, building relationships and creating excitement. A successful Leasing Specialist must demonstrate strong sales, customer service, organizational, multi-tasking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greeting prospective residents and providing them with property tours.
• Receiving telephone inquiries pleasantly and professionally; scheduling appointments whenever possible.
• Processing lease applications and qualifying residents based on approved lease criteria
• Achieving leasing goals to reach or exceed budgeted occupancy for the property.
• Daily management of 100% of leads from Maxleases or property specific lead management software.
• Conducting follow-up with prospective and current residents.
• Maintaining current knowledge of surrounding community for the benefit of prospective and current residents.
• Maintaining current knowledge of competitor’s properties
• Participation in and preparation for promotional events.
• Performing outreach marketing as needed
• Assisting in maintenance of the Market Survey
• Supporting Property Manager with general office maintenance by answering phones and performing other administrative tasks, including but not limited to maintaining complete resident files, general office files, and ordering office supplies as directed.

Requirements

Qualifications

1-2 years of apartment leasing, sales, and customer service are preferred, or a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

• The ability to multi-task and maintain a professional appearance is a must.
• Computer proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Social Media sites including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
• Proficient knowledge of Fair Housing requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with the residents and customers in a professional manner.
• Must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work well in a team setting.
• Ability to read and interpret documents & ability to write reports.
• Strong sales skills.
• Flexibility of work schedule. Position requires 2-3 weekends per month with time off during the week.
• Ability to walk and climb stairs.

Personal Competencies

• Integrity/Honesty
• Organization and planning
• Calm under pressure
• Ability to excel in a fast paced and high-pressure atmosphere
• Proactivity/takes initiative
• Listening skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Sales
• Marketing
• Microsoft Suite Proficiency
• Internet/Social Media
• College Degree, a plus

Come join a winning team. Excellent salary and benefits! Thorough Background investigations will be conducted prior to hire.

Polinger Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable law.

Polinger Company provided the following inclusive hiring information:

Polinger Company provided the following inclusive hiring information: Polinger Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable law.