Now Hiring - Full Time or Part Time Leasing Consultant in Monroeville, PA

Walnut Capital is looking for a Full Time or Part Time Leasing Consultant starting immediately at our Monroeville location. We offer a great opportunity for anyone interested in both real estate and property management with one of Pittsburgh's fastest growing real estate development companies.

WEEKEND WORK IS A REQUIREMENT

Walnut Capital offers a full benefits package for FULL TIME employees following the completion of a successful new hire period, including:

• Health/Vision/Dental
• PTO
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education

SCHEDULE:

• Full Time: Saturdays 9am-5pm, plus 4 other weekdays 9am-5pm
• Part Time: Saturdays 9am-5pm, plus 2 other weekdays 9am-5pm

JOB SUMMARY:

The LEASING CONSULTANT is the property's sales representative whose primary duties are to greet prospects, to present professionally the features and benefits of their assigned community and properly secure lease agreements from qualified persons. A LEASING CONSULTANT is very service oriented and strives to make current residents feel welcome and comfortable in their community. The LEASING CONSULTANT will contact a person of authority should any situation warrant an action or decision not included in his or her duties and responsibilities.

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: $17/hour plus commission; Non-Exempt eligible for overtime

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartments. Marketing/Leasing

● Maintains a professional, yet friendly, atmosphere in the leasing office and other areas where prospective residents and residents meet.

● Ensure the property is rented to the fullest capacity

● Inspects models and "market ready" vacancies daily to ensure cleanliness.

● Answers incoming phone calls and handles each call accordingly, whether it is a prospect call, irate resident, service request, etc. Transfers calls to assistant manager or manager when appropriate.

● Greets prospective residents, qualifies, determines needs and preferences, professionally presents community and specific apartments while communicating features and benefits.

● Maintains awareness of local market conditions and trends. Contributes ideas to the manager for marketing property and for improving resident satisfaction.

● Ensure that all application fees, administrative fees, security deposits, pet fees, parking fees, etc. are collected, posted correctly and in a timely manner.

● Have an understanding of the property’s pricing strategy

● Maintain CRM and completely all activity in a timely and accurate manner

● Maintain a conversion ratio of 35% or higher

● Plan and attend monthly onsite events Administrative

● Correctly completes all lease applications, assists with application verification and notifies prospective residents of results. Types miscellaneous resident communication as needed.

● Completes all leasing workflow including related addenda and accepts rents and deposits.

● Completes Guest Card information form on all prospects, sends thank-you messages and performs follow-up.

● Physically inspects property when on grounds, picks up litter and reports any service needs to maintenance staff. Inspects move-outs and vacancies.

● Inventories office supplies on periodic basis. Reports needs to manager.

● Organizes and files appropriate reports, leases and paperwork.

● Attends company and site meetings when requested.

● Assists manager and assistant manager in preparation of daily and weekly reports, resident communications, move-out inventory, market surveys, etc. General

● Accepts incoming packages and monitors the package room keeping it tidy and organized.

● Performs all tasks related to property amenities, coffee machine, stocking and replenition lobby essentials, cups, candy etc, replenishing gym wipe and sanitizing stations, emptying trash, etc.

● Performs any additional duties assigned by assistant manager, manager or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Position requires at least 1 year experience in property management. Must have basic computer knowledge and type 30 wpm.

Computer Skills: Yardi, LRO, Rent Cafe, all property management software, Copy Machine, Fax Machine, Telephone, Key and Surveillance Systems.

Office Equipment: Calculator, Typewriter, Copy Machine, Fax Machine, Telephone, Key and Surveillance Systems.

Work Hours: 20-40 hours per week depending on whether a full or part time employee. Employees will be required to work a flexible work week. Weekends are required.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

● High School diploma or equivalent required

● National Apartment Leasing Professional (NALP) desired

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

● Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on specific needs of the day. Estimated 70% of time is spent on feet and 30% sitting at desk.

● Have occasional need (66% to 100% of the time/ to perform the following physical activities: Bend/Stoop/Squat ○ Pick up litter ○ Filing ○ Climb Stairs ○ Inspect ○ Show property ○ Push or Pull ○ Inspect and show property, open and close doors ○ Reach Above Shoulder ○ Inspect property, store/retrieve supplies ○ Carry packages and storage boxes

● Have frequent need (66% to 100% of the time/ to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting and presenting property.

● Constant need (66% to 100% of time/ to perform the following physical activities: ○ Writing/Typing Corporate ○ Resident Communications ○ Grasping/Turning Finger Dexterity doorknob use ○ Telephone ○ Operation of office equipment

Lifting/Carrying (paperwork, deliveries, files, miscellaneous:

● Over 25 lbs. Rare need (less than 1% of the time)

● 20 lbs. – 25 lbs. Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time)

● Less than 20 lbs. Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time)

● Under 10 lbs. Constant need (66% to 100% of the time)

VISION REQUIREMENTS:

● Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to complete forms, read and review reports and a wide variety of correspondence, view computer screen. Frequent need to see small detail.

● Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach (inspecting property, neighborhood surveys).

HEARING REQUIREMENTS:

● Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate over telephone and in person with property owners, corporate and resident management, vendors and residents.

SPEAKING REQUIREMENTS:

● Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate over telephone and in person.

MENTAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

● Must be able to work in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environment.

● Performs duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.

● Works as part of a team, as well as complete assignments independently.

● Takes instructions from supervisors.

● Exercises problem-solving skills.

● Interacts with co-workers, supervisors, guests and the public in a professional and pleasant manner. DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

● Site Office Leasing Consultants - Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time) to utilize personal transportation.

● Walnut Capital Corporate Leasing Consultants - Frequent need (20% to 25% of the time/ to utilize personal transportation to inspect apartment property and surrounding neighborhood, and also visit the corporate office.

● Must have valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

● Indoors (66% to 100% of the time/; frequently outdoors, all conditions (33% to 66% of the time).

● Occasional exposure (1% to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. REASONING DEVELOPMENT

● Moderate. Must be able to apply principals of logical thinking to a variety of practical situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may occasionally call for minor deviations. Needs to think rationally beyond a specific set of instructions.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Learns and complies with all company safety rules.

● Uses appropriate safety equipment at all times.

● Immediately reports all unsafe conditions to supervisors.

● Must be familiar with all safety features or equipment, machinery, or materials encompassed by job duties.

● Must check with supervisor if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

● Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook, or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing/ to employees.

● This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors, managers or other company officials.

● This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any employee.

● The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions or positions to ensure satisfactory operation of the department or work area.

To perform the duties of a Leasing Consultant, you must have the ability to work weekends from 9:00am to 5:00pm on both Saturday and Sunday--while still enjoying two days off each week.

Compensation will be a combination of an hourly rate and commission.
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Monroeville, PA 15146: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location