What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEASING AGENT position at Uptown Rental Properties?
For more than 35 years, Uptown Rental Properties has established a legacy of unsurpassed customer service and operational excellence in the management of the finest quality and most diverse housing options throughout Greater Cincinnati. We are currently seeking a positive, personable Leasing Agent to join our team! Leasing Agents are the first impression of Uptown, working with prospective residents, both in-office and in the field, helping them find their new homes. This is a full-time position starting at $17/hour, with eligibility for the awesome benefits listed below.
Required availability: Monday-Thursday: 10am-6pm; Friday: 9am-5pm rotating weekends (Saturday: 10am-5pm and Sunday: 12pm-5pm)
Leasing Agent benefits:
- Paid Training
- Complimentary parking
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off & Sick Days
- Profit Sharing
- Employee Resource Program
- Company sponsored teams: bowling, golf, volleyball
- 401(k) w/ company match
- Medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance
- Fun at work!
Leasing Agent Responsibilities:
- Lease the greatest number of units in the shortest amount of time to maximize rental rates through showing apartments and adequate follow up techniques
- Guide prospects through on-site tours
- Serve as first point of contact for prospects, providing the highest quality of customer service
- Act as the main point of contact for all prospective residents regarding general property information
- Work closely with the Property Management Team to give prospective residents accurate information
- Collaborate with the Property Management Team to meet the needs of the prospect & maximize occupancy
- Driving company vehicle or walking to multiple sites throughout the day
- Supporting fleet management as needed
Leasing Agent Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license & clean driving record
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
- A positive attitude and willingness to encourage co-workers
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Schedule flexibility with weekend hours
- Professional appearance
- Sales experience preferred
Apply today and join our Uptown Team!
See below for the full job description:
JOB SUMMARY: The Leasing Agent is responsible for driving the sales and leasing success of Uptown Rental Properties to maximize rental rates and occupancy levels through high-quality, well informed and positive prospect resident interactions.
Key Performance Objectives in order of priority include:
Meeting prospective residents at properties to conduct property showings in a professional manner to the industry leading standards of Uptown Rental Properties.
40%
Use leads generated by Uptown Rental Properties website and other internet listing services to create prospects and schedule tours of apartments or houses.
20%
Manage your prospect pipeline by effectively communicating and following up with prospects throughout the apartment search and leasing process.
20%
Note: Twenty percent of time is reserved for ancillary activities, interruptions, and unplanned events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties may be assigned.
Interpersonal Responsibilities
Operational Responsibilities
Organizational Responsibilities
Performance Factors
- Sales skills / knowledge
- Relationship Management
- Client focused
- Active Listening
- Objection prevention
- Time management
- Personable / outgoing
- Effective questioning techniques.
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Compensation details: 17-19 Hourly Wage
Salary : $17 - $19
