Part-Time Leasing Specialist

Looking for a career at a company that cares about you? Look no further! Preservation Management, Inc. is committed to creating a caring community for our employees and residents.

PMI is currently looking for a passionate individual to join our team in Roanoke, VA as our Part-Time, (20-25 hours weekly) Leasing Specialist.

The Leasing Specialist interacts directly with prospective and current residents to achieve maximum occupancy, acts as the Company's representative by conveying the benefits of the community, is responsible for the leasing process from introduction to the actual occupancy of the resident, and maintains communication throughout the tenancy of the resident.

The ideal candidate would have experience with affordable housing, preferably project-based Section 8 and Tax Credit. Having a leasing license and/or COS is preferred.

What we offer you:

• A part-time position working 20- 25 hours a week.
• 16 days of Paid time off
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Specific Responsibilities:

• Prepare the property for receiving guests prior to time designated for opening office in accordance with established procedures.
• Lease apartments and aggressively sell the products and services of the property to which the associate has been assigned with an acceptable closing ratio as a member of the team effort to achieve the goals for the property.
• Serve residents by writing service requests, completing service call backs, and miscellaneous follow through on special requests.
• Conduct site tours including, but not limited to, showing and transporting/escorting prospects around the property to introduce them to the community amenities and show them the decorated model apartments and/or the vacant units available.
• Design marketing campaigns to generate activity, cold calling to businesses in order to get hot leads, and decorating units to become show units.
• Contact current residents in person and by written correspondence to renew lease while negotiating the highest rent increase possible.
• Prepare all lease-related paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Explain all lease documents to new and existing residents. Ensure all documents are completed prior to resident move-in.
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the apartment community such as answering the phone, taking work orders, etc.

Qualifications:

• Candidates should possess a high school diploma,
• 1 - 3 years housing experience preferably with experience in project-based Section 8 and Tax Credit
• An Illinois leasing license and/or COs is preferred,
• General computer/software/equipment skills are required: basic computer, Microsoft Office, Email (Outlook), Industry Specific Software, Copy Machine, Fax Machine, Scanner.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Preservation Management, Inc. (PMI) has been providing comprehensive residential property management services since 1990. We specialize in managing properties that utilize government subsidies and/or Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to provide affordable housing for low-income residents, including households with elderly and disabled members. PMI currently manages 95 apartment communities in 17 states. The company also provides resident services programs, tailored to the needs and interests of residents.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person