Customer Experience Associate
Birge & Held · Indianapolis, IN · 2 wk ago
On-siteCustomer ServiceFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartments.
- Engage proactively with prospects to build strong relationships and create a positive first impression of the company.
- Aid potential residents by providing detailed information about available units, community amenities, and leasing options.
- Follow up with leads from the off-site sales and leasing team, as they are integrated into the property portfolio(s), to support lease closings and maintain a seamless prospect journey.
- Implement and support resident events or activities to enhance the community experience.
- Conduct needs assessments to match prospects with the most suitable units based on their preferences and requirements.
- Develop a thorough understanding of apartment layouts, features, and community amenities to address inquiries with confidence and accuracy.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for residents reporting concerns, ensuring timely responses and resolutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor resident concerns, including maintenance requests, billing questions, and general inquiries.
- Collaborate with the Resident Screening team (as integrated into your property portfolio(s)) to optimize leasing performance and align with property goals through standard communication channels and routine touchpoints.
- Track and manage all leasing data, including prospects, applications, and resident information, within the company’s software systems.
- Coordinate with the Resident Screening team to confirm applications are processed timely and applicants are well informed and prepared for the move-in procedure.
- Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the company’s property management software (Onesite).
- Prepare and present regular reports on resident satisfaction, leasing performance, and operational key performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership.
- Collaboration with Central Property Operations: Resident Screening: Partner with the Resident Screening team to ensure applications are processed quickly and accurately, while preparing residents and units for a smooth handoff back to the site for move-in execution after screening and lease completion.
- Resident Services (Renewals & Billbacks): Collaborate with Resident Services to ensure timely renewal pricing is available and communicated, and that move-out damages are documented and submitted promptly to support accurate billbacks.
- Accounts Receivable (AR): Work alongside the AR team by providing on-the-ground resident context, assisting with delivery of hard notices when needed, and supporting collection efforts through direct resident communication.
- Day-to-Day Tasks: Assist in handling various administrative tasks, including preparing leasing documents, updating resident records, and managing correspondence.
- Support community events or initiatives aimed at enhancing resident experience.
- Understand and adhere to standard operating procedures.
- Collaborate with offsite teams as they are integrated into the property portfolio(s), ensuring alignment, operational continuity, and overall operational success of the community or communities.
Education, Experience, And Skills
- Demonstrated passion for customer service.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- One (1) year or more years in a customer service, sales, or customer facing role.
- A self-starter with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset to address concerns and effectively implement next steps.
- Proficiency in property management software (e.g., Onesite, Yardi, or similar), Microsoft Office suite, and customer relationship management (CRM) tools.
- Exhibit professionalism and discretion throughout all interactions with coworkers, residents, vendors, and the community.
- A desire for professional development and continued learning.
- Ability to manage one’s time.
- Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced work environment while successfully adapting to changing priorities and demands.