What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leasing Consultant position at Rays Realty Group?
The Leasing Consultant at Rays Realty Group LLC is responsible for supporting the leasing process, marketing available rental properties, generating prospective tenant interest, coordinating property showings, and assisting applicants throughout the application and lease-signing process.
This position focuses on helping Rays Realty Group maintain strong occupancy rates, reduce vacancy periods, and provide a professional, welcoming experience for prospective residents. The Leasing Consultant works directly under the direction of the Property Manager and supports the company's overall leasing and property management goals.
The Leasing Consultant is expected to maintain accurate records, respond promptly to prospective tenant inquiries, follow company procedures, and represent Rays Realty Group LLC professionally at all times.
Responsibilities
1. Leasing and Marketing
- Respond to inquiries from prospective tenants regarding available rental properties.
- Market available properties through approved advertising platforms, social media, and other marketing channels.
- Coordinate and conduct property showings as directed.
- Follow up with prospective tenants to encourage completed applications and signed leases.
- Maintain knowledge of available properties, rental rates, qualification criteria, and leasing requirements.
- Assist in reducing vacancy periods by maintaining consistent communication with prospective applicants.
2. Applications and Lease Administration
- Guide prospective tenants through the rental application process.
- Review applications for completeness and submit them for processing in accordance with company procedures.
- Communicate application status and next steps to applicants as authorized.
- Prepare lease documents and related paperwork using company-approved procedures.
- Coordinate lease signing, required documentation, and move-in scheduling with the Property Manager.
- Ensure all required applicant and leasing records are accurately maintained in AppFolio.
- Follow established rental qualification criteria and Fair Housing requirements.
3. Customer Service and Communication
- Provide courteous, professional, and timely communication with prospective tenants.
- Maintain appropriate phone, email, and messaging etiquette.
- Provide accurate information about rental properties, application requirements, fees, and leasing procedures.
- Direct current resident concerns, maintenance requests, rent questions, complaints, and lease violations to the Property Manager.
- Refer questions outside the scope of the Leasing Consultant's authority to the Property Manager.
- Maintain a professional and positive representation of Rays Realty Group LLC.
4. AppFolio and Administrative Duties
- Use AppFolio to maintain leasing records, update applicant information, and document leasing activity.
- Maintain accurate digital files and ensur
Compensation Structure
- This is a commission-based position, not an hourly position. Compensation is earned through completed leasing transactions and applicable commissions. There is no hourly wage or hourly pay associated with this role.
Pay: $60,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gardendale, AL 35071