Leasing Consultant - Ridgewood Village I & II

About Us

At Equity Residential, we're dedicated to creating thriving communities and fostering a workplace culture of authenticity and collaboration. Our values include Diversity, Sustainability, and Total Wellbeing. We embrace principles like questioning authority, sharing knowledge, taking educated risks, and enjoying the journey.

Total Wellbeing Benefits

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision care
• Social Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, rent discounts, competitive compensation
• Community Wellbeing: Paid community service hours
• Career Wellbeing: Leadership development

Responsibilities

• Proactively respond to sales leads, promote the community, and address resident needs regarding availability, pricing, location, and amenities
• Invite and schedule prospective residents for community tours, using effective selling techniques to close deals
• Support community marketing efforts by positively influencing online presence and contributing to advertising campaigns
• Explain lease provisions and community policies, ensure comprehensive move-in activities, and conduct orientations for new residents
• Ensure resident satisfaction and loyalty through prompt communication and proactive issue resolution
• Efficiently manage leasing documents, process payments, and complete move-in procedures

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong customer service or customer-facing orientation (e.g., retail sales, hospitality)
• Well-organized with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in property management software and Google Suite
• Valid Driver’s License (required if operating a motorized vehicle, varies by location)
• Knowledge of federal and state apartment housing laws
• Office team employees must use their own smartphone for certain job aspects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in leasing or property management
• College degree or relevant coursework

Pay

$22.28 - $27.23 per hour. Employees are eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives. Starting pay is determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule

Tuesday–Saturday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM