Part-Time Leasing Agent - University Apartments

Neighborhood Properties, Inc. is a privately held real estate development, investment and management company based in Charlottesville, VA. We have 40 years of experience and proven expertise acquiring, developing and operating residential rental properties.

We are looking for an ambitious and self-motivated candidate who wants to join a local growing company with great opportunities for advancement. As a Leasing Consultant, you will play an important role in all activities related to apartment rentals, move-ins, and lease renewals at the apartment property. The schedule for this part-time position requires Saturdays 9:00am - 5:00pm however weekday hours can be discussed/negotiated. There is potential for a full-time position.

Our Leasing Consultants interact directly with prospective and current residents to achieve the property's maximum occupancy. This includes generating and handling traffic, qualifying prospects, leasing apartments and preparing lease documentation.

JOB DUTIES:

Marketing & Sales

• Generate interest in the property by selling its benefits and providing apartment tours to prospective renters
• Marketing through face to face interactions, internet, social media and phone conversations with prospects. Identifies creative methods to generate prospects.
• Completes market surveys to develop and maintain an awareness of the competition

Resident Service

• Provides customer service and supports the company’s commitment to go above and beyond residents’ expectations
• Positively interacts with visitors, residents, service providers, and the general public through live contact, and written and verbal correspondence
• Proactively ensures property is in order and solves before issues escalates

Administration

• Prepares property reports, leases and lease renewals, resident files, and regularly required paperwork
• Schedule and track appointments for showings, follow up, move ins/outs
• Process rental applications
• Create and follow up resident work orders
• Complete property inspections of the properties and apartments to ensure apartments are ready for new residents and properties are well-maintained

REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 year Bachelor's degree preferred
• Excellent customer service skills including the ability to manage difficult customers and conflict situations
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to close a sale
• Strong attention to detail and dependable
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media
• Eagerness to learn and self-motivated
• Previous experience in apartment leasing on sales is a plus
• Drug test/criminal background screening
• Safe driving record - NO reckless, DUI/DWI convictions within past 5 years.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Every weekend

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person