Leasing Specialist - Lease-up

HOUSTON APARTMENT FOUNDATION; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SoutHHamton Management, Inc. is seeking a driven leasing associate to market multi-family apartments and attract residents to the community. The role involves leasing vacants, processing applications, and maintaining residential relationships.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of apartment leasing experience, strong communication, and ability to close tours. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Entrata are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years apartment leasing experience.
• High school diploma or GED; some college preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and sales ability.
• Demonstrated persistence and ability to close tours.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Entrata experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lease vacants and upcoming units.
• Prepare leasing paperwork (Resident Processing Checklist, Lease, Addendums).
• Collect security deposits and manage applications.
• Prepare weekly activity and traffic reports.
• Qualify prospects per company standards.
• Follow up with guests and maintain relationships.
• Obtain lease renewals and contact renewals 45 days before expiry.
• Adhere to Fair Housing and TAA Red Book laws.

Skills

Sales ability

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Persistence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Entrata

Job description

SOUTHHAMTON MANAGEMENT, INC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of the Job

To market multi-family residential apartments to prospects, locators, real estate agents and corporate businesses with the purpose of attracting residents to the community.

Major Duties

• Lease of all vacants and upcoming vacant units.
• Accurately prepare all leasing paperwork including but not limited to:
  • Resident Processing Checklist
  • Lease Contract and Security Addendum
  • Application for Residency
  • Move-in Condition Form
  • Pet addendum (if applicable)
  • All other lease addendum required by the property
  • Collection of security deposit
  • Monthly market surveys
• Assist in preparing accurate Weekly Activity and Traffic Reports.
• Report to the Property Manager all extraordinary situations and occurrences related to leasing or resident retention, that could positively or adversely affect the community.
• Inspect the common areas and models before 9:00 am each day.
• Qualify each prospect in accordance with Company standards.
• Utilize the Guest Cards to follow-up with each prospective resident who contacts the community. Follow-up with a thank you letter and phone calls.
• Obtain closing ratio of a minimum of 33% unless employed in the townhouse properties which must obtain 25%.
• Secure lease renewals. All prospective renewals should be contacted 45 days prior to the lease expiration.
• Be aware of all competition. Maintain local product knowledge along with monthly market surveys.
• Actively participate in all functions sponsored by the property.
• Actively participate in HAA seminars as well as continuing education when deemed necessary.
• Accept resident request and issue work orders.
• Adhere to all Fair Housing Regulations and TAA Red Book laws.
• Verify application information by thoroughly running Credit, RCR, Employment, Rental and Conviction History.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills and prior experience required

• High school diploma or GED. Some college preferred.
• Two years apartment leasing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and sales ability a must.
• Demonstrated ability to be persistent and control a tour.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and decision making ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Entrata preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25-30 pounds.
• Ability to do extensive walking conducting tours and inspecting the property.
• Ability to withstand extreme climate temperatures for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb stairs.

Required Tools and Equipment

• Reliable Transportation.
• Active driver's license.