Leasing Consultant

Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Leasing Consultant and become the vital link between prospective residents and our vibrant community. In this energetic role, you will leverage your sales expertise, property management knowledge, and customer service skills to showcase our properties, guide applicants through leasing processes, and foster lasting relationships. Your enthusiasm and professionalism will help create a welcoming environment that encourages prospective tenants to choose our community as their new home. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in real estate and property management while making a positive impact on residents’ lives.

Duties

• Greet prospective tenants warmly, providing engaging tours of available units and community amenities to highlight key features and benefits.
• Effectively communicate leasing options, rental terms, and community policies while ensuring compliance with Fair Housing regulations.
• Manage the leasing process from initial inquiry through application approval, including data entry into property management systems such as Yardi or OneSite.
• Conduct thorough tenant screenings, including background checks, credit reports, and verification of income and references to ensure qualified applicants.
• Prepare and negotiate lease agreements, contracts, and related legal documents with attention to detail and adherence to landlord-tenant law.
• Promote available units through upselling techniques while maintaining transparency about community rules, policies, and amenities.
• Maintain accurate records of leasing activities, applicant information, and correspondence in accordance with legal administrative practices.
• Collaborate with property management teams to coordinate property maintenance requests, move-ins/outs, and occupancy schedules using facilities management tools like CMMS or Landlord-tenant law guidelines.
• Handle conflict management professionally by addressing resident concerns promptly and effectively while fostering positive relationships.
• Support administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, phone etiquette, and customer relationship management to ensure seamless office operations.
• Assist in marketing efforts by participating in community events or outreach initiatives aimed at increasing occupancy rates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property leasing or property management with a strong understanding of LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) programs, Section 8 housing vouchers, or similar affordable housing initiatives.
• Familiarity with property management software such as Yardi or OneSite is highly desirable.
• Solid knowledge of landlord-tenant law, Fair Housing regulations, and legal administrative procedures related to leasing activities.
• Prior experience in sales or customer service roles with excellent phone etiquette and negotiation skills.
• Office experience involving data entry, filing systems, contracts management, and customer relationship management tools.
• Ability to manage conflict professionally while maintaining a positive attitude under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for handling contracts, legal documentation, and leasing paperwork accurately.
• Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written—to effectively interact with prospective tenants, residents, vendors, and team members.
• Knowledge of facilities management practices (CMMS) or property maintenance coordination is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to upsell units by highlighting features that meet prospective tenants’ needs while adhering to fair housing laws. Embark on a rewarding career where your enthusiasm for real estate meets your commitment to exceptional service! We’re dedicated to supporting your growth in a collaborative environment that values integrity, professionalism, and community engagement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person