Customer Experience Associate

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.

Understanding Prospect and Resident Needs

• 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.

Resident Resolution

• 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.

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.

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.

What We Offer

• Maintain work-life balance with a generous paid time-off policy including up to 18 days of PTO per year.
• In addition to traditional PTO, you’ll receive 12 full days and two half day holidays including a floating holiday and your birthday.
• Make a difference in your community with 8 hours of Volunteer Paid Time Off (PTO) each year, giving you the ability to support a cause or organization of your choice.
• Take advantage of supportive leave benefits, including up to 3 weeks of paid parental leave and 6 weeks of paid childbirth leave.
• Boost your earnings with monthly commission opportunities and additional quarterly bonuses, both based on site-specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), giving you the chance to be rewarded for your performance and contributions.
• Save on living expenses with exclusive employee discounts at Birge & Held properties.
• Prioritize your well-being with a robust wellness program that supports your physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Enjoy up to $25 in monthly gym membership reimbursements and gain access to certified health coaches dedicated to helping you achieve your personal wellness goals.
• Access competitive dental, vision, and comprehensive medical plans to ensure you and your family receive the care you need, along with convenient online tools to help you manage your healthcare benefits with ease.
• Enjoy peace of mind today and tomorrow with a 401(k) plan that includes competitive employer contributions.
• Receive automatic enrollment in the company paid basic life insurance policy with the opportunity to elect supplemental life insurance.
• Be part of an organization consistently recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the USA, where your contributions are valued and celebrated.