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SalaryRochester's Cornerstone Group is eagerly looking to add a part-time Leasing Agent to our team!
Our Mission: We are committed to developing, preserving, and managing affordable housing that enhances the lives of our residents.
Our Values: We foster an innovative and inclusive environment where integrity is the Cornerstone.
Our People and Culture: We are committed to providing superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of our Company. We have been recognized as a winner of RBJ’s Excellence in Construction and Real Estate, as well as being recognized as a multiple winner of the Top Workplaces in Rochester.
Job Title:Leasing Agent, Cornerstone Pointe Senior Housing.
Earnings Status: 20 hours per week, Non-Exempt, $18.00-$21.00 / hour based on experience.
Summary:
The Leasing Agent is responsible for leasing units and providing exceptional customer service to residents while actively assisting Community Manager with supervision and administrative responsibilities. Additionally, the Leasing Agent is required to actively promote company mission, values, and culture, as well as act with the highest level of ethical decision-making at all times.
Essential Functions:
Assists the Community Manager with the following (including but not limited to):
- Manages communications with residents, including but not limited to, payment reminders, payment arrangements, and/or legal eviction procedures.
- Assists residents/prospective residents with questions.
- Answers phone calls, takes messages, schedules appointments, checks and responds to voice mails.
- Collects rent, processes billing statements, posts payments, and deposits receipts.
- Prepares reports and maintains accurate records and resident files.
- Processes move-out paperwork and security deposits.
- Orders and maintains administrative office supplies.
- Creates application packets and enters applicants into system.
- Assists with Recertification Interviews.
- Maintains an organized and professional workspace to effectively manage and process paperwork, and to ensure all residents and prospective residents feel welcome.
- Maintains a positive and professional customer service attitude at all times, including but not limited to being pleasant, respectful and responsive to residents, prospective residents, vendors, contractors and all staff.
- Formulates ideas for an effective marketing plan.
- Accurately records and tracks quantity and details of telephone and in-person prospects.
- Shows and leases apartments to prospective residents, processes, approves or denies rental applications.
- Schedules and coordinates new resident move ins and updates vacancy and occupancy status daily.
- Conducts new resident orientation and performs move in and move out inspections.
- Enforces and adheres to lease and rules and regulations, processes work orders and coordinates schedules with maintenance department.
- Processes monthly lease renewals, prepares all necessary documentation and schedules and conducts interim and annual re-certifications or lease renewal signing
- Monitors apartment inspections relating to move-in and move out procedures.
- Schedules and performs applicant/resident interviews.
- Obtains third-party verification of income, assets, and deductions (when applicable).
- Communicates professionally, respectfully, and collaboratively as well as acts with the highest standards of ethical conduct at all times.
Core Competencies/Qualifications:
- High School Diploma.
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience in property management or customer service-related role preferred.
- Affordable Housing experience preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, New York State motor vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Required use of personal cell phone.
- Must be able to walk, lift, and move light loads (20 lb. max), bend, stoop, and climb stairs on a regular basis.
- Ensures consistent, professional, and respectful communications to residents in such a manner as to maintain the respect and goodwill of all residents.
- Performs other duties as assigned and commits to promoting company culture, mission, and values.
RCG/CPM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at RCG/CPM are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Job descriptions are not an exhaustive list of duties; other tasks consistent with the scope and intent of the position may also be required.
Join our team and make a difference!
About Rochester's Cornerstone Group, Ltd.:
Formed in 1990, Rochester’s Cornerstone Group has become a true leader in affordable housing development in New York State. Since being formed, Cornerstone has created or preserved more than 3,000 units of affordable housing across New York State and extending into Pennsylvania. These projects serve a wide range of people, including families, the elderly, individuals with mobility impairments or people with developmental disabilities. Cornerstone has also brokered dozens of commercial properties in the region, ranging from professional office space to vacant land to industrial parks, as well as developed multiple commercial properties, from new construction to historic renovation.
