Leasing Consultant - Modera Hollywood at Mill Creek… · Los…

The Leasing Consultant position is the primary point of contact for residents and prospective residents. Providing outstanding customer service and demonstrating sales excellence are essential. The Leasing Consultant will guide prospects in choosing new and exciting homes. This position will support residents throughout the lifecycle of their residency.

Reports to: Senior Community/Community Manager has primary authority and works with the Leasing Consultant to determine the exact "day-to-day" duties. Decisions will take into account the Leasing Consultants skills, experience, career goals, and how the individual best fits the working requirements of the community.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities Sales and Marketing

Warmly greet prospective residents and create a personal connection while determining needs and preferences Professionally present the community and homes along with specific features and benefits Correctly complete all lease applications, assist with application verification, and notify prospective resident of results in a timely manner Manage and convert prospect leads into leases to achieve leasing goals. Follow up with all leads and prospects that did not lease Call or visit competitive properties to update market survey on a monthly basis. Stay informed and aware of rents, specials and events promoted by competitors Answer telephone calls and return voicemail (prospect calls, resident issues, service requests, etc.) Enter accurate and timely data into appropriate information systems and prepare leasing reports for the Manager as requested. Manage Entrata tasks and leads daily Ensure the office, clubroom, home models, and “market ready” homes are in impeccable condition Share promotional ideas and events for marketing timeline Assist in Social Media advertising as directed by the Manager Assist in the preparation of move-ins such as walking home, preparing move-in gift, preparing move-in package (including keys, passes, etc.) as directed by the Manager Familiar with the surrounding neighborhood and ready to confidently share information with prospects and residents Address and complete all other duties as assigned

Customer Service

Understand and support the customer experience vision for Mill Creek Residential Communicate service guarantees and customer service standards to prospective and current residents Take ownership to personally address and resolve customer concerns in a timely professional manner Support new residents during move-in process. Assist with lease renewals, move-outs and resident transfers Contribute ideas for improving resident satisfaction to the Community Manager Participate in monthly property renewal program with informative letters, friendly telephone calls, and/or other means of encouraging communication as needed to increase resident retention Accept service requests from residents and route to service department for prompt processing. Follow up to ensure the request has been completed and resident is satisfied Physically inspect property when on the grounds, pick up litter, and report any service needs to the maintenance staff and Manager Address and complete all other duties as assigned Embody the Mill Creek mission, values and brand promise in all that he or she does

Operational Standards

Complete all new lease and renewal paperwork, including related addendums Attend any training classes/meetings as required or recommended by management Update daily activity report, notices to vacate, leases, cancellations, transfers, renewals, etc., and provide information to the Community Manager Enter accurate and timely data into appropriate information systems. Manage Entrata tasks and leads daily Post Craigslist ads daily to generate traffic Strive for a 25% conversion ratio of tours to new leases through effective selling and follow through skills Know and adhere to all policies and procedures contained in the manuals issued by Mill Creek Residential or as otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to associates Ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local laws. Consistently abide by Fair Housing regulations Address and complete all other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred

Commitment to, and passionate for, providing outstanding customer service Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Multi Family, single family rentals, built to rent, or related property management experience, retails sales or hospitality experience

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

Clearly communicate, speak, read, and write in English as demonstrated by clear and concise written and verbal communication Ability to take ownership of resident issues and/or concerns and come to a resolution In depth knowledge of community, inventory, pricing and availability as well as neighborhood and local community Continuous research of area competitors such as pricing, amenities, features etc. Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Entrata, Yardi and Revenue Management Software Ability to perform basic arithmetic skills such as measurement, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division Operate general office equipment, such as, but not limited to, personal computer, tablet, telephone and successfully program fobs and other electronic devices Capable of travelling between two or more communities, if necessary Report to work on time, work assigned schedules (including weekends) and accurately document/verify time worked

About the Benefits of joining the Mill Creek Team

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision

Employer sponsored short and long term disability, Life and ADD insurance

401k with employer matching

Paid time off benefits: Vacation, Sick, Holidays