Leasing Agent
Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, Inc. · Jackson, MS · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED Required
- Experience: Minimum two years of tax credit experience as a leasing agent or similar property management function
- Abilities: Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OneSite or similar property management software; Excellent marketing techniques, sales abilities, strong customer service, and problem-solving; Energetic team player with high degree of professionalism and integrity; Organizational skills, attention to detail with high degree of accuracy; Ability to work flexible schedule, including weekends, to accommodate community needs
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
- Enthusiastically greet current and prospective residents
- Conduct unit and site tours, build rapport with residents and prospects, determine prospect needs with the goal of obtaining an application and closing the lease
- Inspect vacant unit to ensure product readiness, show model and vacant units, and provide accurate community information
- Cover all leasing activities at the property, complete guest cards, record traffic, follow up with prospects, coordinate all move-ins, and update the waitlist accordingly
- Follow Section 42 guidelines in the qualification, screening, and acceptance of applicants for residency
- Accurately process and report receipt of application fees, security deposits, rents, and other fees
- Recommend programs and strategies to increase qualified traffic and closing ratios
- Work to achieve and exceed lease-up schedules
- Contact current residents in person and by written correspondence to renew leases and complete re-certifications within the 120-day period
- Prepare all lease-related paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Explain lease documents to new and existing residents. Ensure all documents are completed before resident move-in
- Perform other duties as assigned by the manager