Leasing Agent

Fred Smith Company is seeking a Leasing Agent to help with a vibrant growing area of the company. Fred Smith Company continues to grow its vast rental property portfolio. This new team member’s responsibility will involve leasing up new communities and will assist with the leasing of existing communities. This role will report directly to the Property Manager.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

- Meet with Prospective renters and take them on tours of the units that interest them

- Prepare and execute leases

- Follow up on leasing traffic inquiries and monitor traffic trends

- Conduct credit checks to qualify prospective renters

- Collect application fees, security deposits and rent payments

- Coordinate Property Maintenance with tenants and maintenance techs

- Establish rapport with tenants and provide personalized service

- Monitor Use of Community Facilities, including gym, clubhouse and around the property

- Maintain accurate resident files

- Occasional Weekend hours may be needed

- Follow Fair Housing Standards

- Ensure condition of leased apartments prior to move in

- Proactively strategizes on marketing properties to secure prospective residents

- Answer phone calls from current and prospective tenants, screen prospects, and respond to all leads received in a timely fashion.

- Ensures that all rents are collected and posted in a timely manner in accordance with established policies. Ensures all bank deposits are made daily (as needed) and deposits are reported to

- Ensures grounds are kept clean and maintained for the well–being of staff, residents, and visitors; also assists in keeping grounds clean while conducting daily property walks

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Leasing Agent Skills/Abilities:
- High School Diploma, College Degree Preferred

- 2 years experience in apartment rentals

- Bi-lingual is a plus

- Microsoft Outlook / Word / Excel

- Yardi knowledge, Preferred

- Lease Up Experience, a plus

- Valid Drivers License

- Licensed Real Estate Agent, Preferred

- Self Motivated and accountable

- Team Player but can also work independently

- Multitask efficiently

- Strong Customer Service Skills

· Applicant must be able to pass drug test and background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $39,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Clayton, NC 27527 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Clayton, NC 27527: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $39,500