Storage Office Associate

Morningstar Properties; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Community involvement through Morning星

Job summary

Morningstar Properties is seeking a part-time Office Assistant for our Charleston storage facility to deliver superior customer experiences, handle daily transactions, and support the Property Manager. You will build relationships, close sales leads, maintain records, and keep the site well organized while learning our systems. Weekend availability and a positive, team-oriented attitude are essential.

Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree is a plus but not required.
• Valid driver's license required for occasional tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and email.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences by building strong relationships and handling inquiries.
• Support property sales goals by following up on leads and demonstrating pricing knowledge.
• Execute daily office operations including customer transactions and lead tracking.
• Learn property systems and procedures through hands-on training with the Property Manager.
• Maintain cleanliness standards and site organization; follow policies with attention to detail.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree (a plus)

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Charleston, SC 29707

Position Type: Part Time

Job Category: Storage

Who We Are:

At Morningstar Properties, we love what we do, and we hope it shows. We're looking to expand our team of passionate, bright, and driven learners who are dedicated to providing the very best customer experiences in our industry. Morningstar has been developing and acquiring state-of-the-art storage and marina facilities since 1981, now with more than 100 storage properties and marinas throughout the US and growing!

As part of our team, you'll benefit from training programs for your success, competitive pay, a culture of care for our employees and excellence in customer service, and much more. We believe our greatest investments are our people, and we'd love to invest in you.

Who We're Looking For:

A part-time Office Assistant for our Morningstar Storage facility: a people-person and team player who loves solving problems and organizing, well, everything. Some might call you an overachiever, but you just know how to get things done quickly with quality. We're looking for someone who can listen, learn, and work alongside our Property Manager to make sure every member of the team is operating toward the same goal: a superior customer experience.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences by building strong relationships, responding professionally to inquiries, and supporting customers.
• Support property sales goals by closing sales leads, demonstrating strong phone sales skills, leveraging our technology platform, proficiently following up on all leads, and demonstrating pricing knowledge.
• Demonstrate understanding of property operations, competition, and KPIs to support sound business decisions.
• Execute daily office operations including customer transactions, phone management, lead tracking, documentation, and administrative programs.
• Continually learn property systems, procedures, and best practices through hands‑on training, leadership from the Property Manager, and guidance from the broader Morningstar team.
• Support the team in maintaining an industry-leading, great‑looking property by assisting with cleanliness standards, curb appeal, and overall site organization.
• Conduct regular property walk throughs and work independently, adapting to new tools and technology.
• Follow policies and procedures and use tools (technology platform, daily checklists, lead-to-lease, delinquency management, etc.) with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Take ownership of responsibilities, seek improvements, and demonstrate accountability without constant supervision.
• Work collaboratively with the Property Manager and team, maintaining a positive attitude, providing coverage when needed, and following instructions/assignments.
• Communicate clearly with teammates to ensure smooth hand-offs and continuity of service.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You Need:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree is always a plus but not required.
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment required for occasional work-related tasks requiring driving.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a "can-do" approach.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
• Pride in contributing to a team focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency in computer skills required, including Microsoft Office Suite, email, and the ability to navigate multiple systems throughout the workday.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Availability for working weekends is required.

All candidates extended an offer for employment must pass a pre-employment background check.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Community involvement through Morningstar Cares program.
• Potential opportunities for advancement may be available based on performance, company needs, and open positions.

Physical Demands Required:

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, and move freely throughout the property.
• Ability to climb up a ladder and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Morningstar Properties is an equal opportunity employer.