Leasing Associate

Overview

Leasing associate handles leasing, marketing, resident relations, tours, applications, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

• lead management
• credit checks
• social media
• marketing strategies
• lease paperwork
• resident retention

Tasks

-Community Manager approval and follow up with applicants on their status -Attends weekly and daily goal setting meetings as appropriate -Promote resident satisfaction and retention by promptly responding to complaints, questions, and requests and taking appropriate actions to resolve service issues -May occasionally be required to lift or carry items such as files or office supplies weighing up to 15 pounds -Show apartments and close sale, prepare them for move-ins, obtain new residents' signatures on paperwork, and provide community orientation -Utilize marketing strategies to ensure traffic within the limitations of the Marketing Budget and the Marketing Plan(i.e. competitive rental rates, referrals, promotions, locators, and outreach) -Collaborate with the property maintenance team to ensure prompt responses and completion of resident service requests in line with the company's standards -Assist in maintaining an active and effective social media presence for the property to enhance visibility and engagement -Completes all necessary paperwork for generating a lease, move-in, check-out, and other peak periods in a timely manner -Keep an updated availability report, process applications with credit checks and rental history verification, then submit them for processing -Greet and qualify prospects professionally using guest cards in our Lead Management Software. Assist prospects with applications and deposits, adhering to company procedures and Fair Housing requirements -Respond to telephone and internet inquiries from residents and prospects to schedule virtual, self-guided, and in-person tours -Conducts all functions necessary to close the sale, including making appointments, generating new leads, conducting tours, maintaining show rooms, and any follow-up necessary -Focuses on securing resident retention in ways such as planning resident functions (i.e. parties, contests, etc.); attend after hours functions and participate as a host as needed

Requirements

• microsoft office
• property management
• associate's degree
• driver's license
• computer skills
• communication

What You Bring

-Microsoft Office, Property Management Software -Must be able to read documents, computer screens and data -Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment -Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience -Valid driver’s license – Required -May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time -Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer

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Benefits

-Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance -Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community -Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs -Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans -Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days -Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates -Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts) -401(k) with robust company match

About Rpm Living

-Three core service lines—hands‑on property management, strategic investments, and development—work together seamlessly. -Typical projects include conventional, senior, and affordable multifamily communities, often with value-add and lease-up cycles. -The award-winning Olmsted brand showcases their development chops, earning national recognition for design and community focus.

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Security Clearance

-employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.