Now Hiring - Van Rooy Properties - Leasing Consultant - Section 42 - LIHTC in Galloway, OH

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Van Rooy Properties is looking for a candidate to fill the role of Leasing Consultant at a busy, fast-paced Section 42 - LIHTC community. Qualifications and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: QUALIFICATIONS A Leasing Agent must possess the following essential requirements: * Proficient skills in both phone and in-person sales * Sales or customer service experience * Good human relations skills and the ability to work well with others * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Warm, engaging, inviting personality * Friendly, energetic, with great people skills * Easily connect with a variety of people * Self-motivated and hard-working * High-energy and commitment to high performance in a busy, multi-task work environment * High school diploma or equivalent * Proficiency with PC systems and Microsoft Office software * Ability to display professional behavior * Valid driver's license and reliable transportation suitable showing apartments JOB DESCRIPTION The Leasing Agent is responsible for leasing apartments at the highest effective rent possible while maintaining a strong customer service/satisfaction philosophy RESPONSIBILITIES * Lease apartments through telephone sales and apartment tours with prospective residents. * Be first point of contact for property, answer all calls, check and respond to all voicemails and email leads * Follow up with all prospective tenants via phone, email and mail * Tour prospective residents through community and apartments * Maintain a working knowledge of all Section 8 & 42 policies and practices * Respond to resident requests promptly and courteously and resolve resident issues in a manner beneficial to the tenant and the Company * Assist in providing and maintaining excellent curb appeal * Manage lease negotiations, assist with resident retention and manage the renewal process. * Continually work to maintain high occupancy goals * Deliver written communication door to door * Maintain a working knowledge of company and community policies and be able to explain them to residents and potential residents * Have a comprehensive working knowledge of all lease related documents and be able to accurately complete the documents in a timely manner * Continually be aware of competitive communities' rent levels and amenities as well as area facts and statistics * Maintain a courteous and helpful attitude to residents and potential residents * Qualify potential residents and work to place them in housing that best fits their needs, desires and/or restrictions * Ensure that move-ins have been coordinated with the Property Manager, that units are inspected and made ready prior to move-in * Assist the tenant with the move-in process by providing access and verifying satisfaction on the date of move in * Follow up with all new residents with thank you notes and phone calls as appropriate * Accurately track and report traffic on a daily basis * Complete and submit all weekly reports in a timely manner to the Property Manager * Assist with office organization by filing and maintaining organized resident files * Maintain a working knowledge of all fair housing laws, its policies and practices and be fair and consistent in upholding these and all company policies * Other duties as assigned. Job Type: Full-time Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Leasing: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person