Apartment Leasing Assistant

Spradley Properties is recognized as an established local leader in real estate and property management services in Bell County. We inspire a supportive team environment which all share a positive attitude, keen problem-solving abilities, and a passion for providing service excellence and great customer experiences. Our collaborative and innovative culture, plus opportunities for continuous personal and professional progression, have resulted in exciting and sustained business growth. If you share these qualities, are passionate about belonging to an experienced team of professionals and have a desire to work for an amazing company, please consider applying for this open position.

Our Apartment Leasing Assistant assists the Apartment Property Manager in the day-to-day leasing operations of the property, including finding and placing qualified residents while helping to ensure the property maintains a high visual curb-appeal. They work with other amazing members of our management team to provide exceptional customer service, resolve all management related issues, and guarantee all aspects of our services are conducted in accordance with company standards and all applicable rules and regulations. Assist prospective residents with inquires, schedule and conduct tours, assist with applications, and leasing options.

REPORTS TO: APARTMENT PROPERTY MANAGER

Employment Type: Full-Time

Essential Responsibilities for the Role Include:

· Draft applicant decision letters, prepare documents, and move-in packets.

· Maintains accurate records and documents through property management software.

· Conducts communications with residents and prospects by phone, email, and text.

· Ensures complex is running in accordance with company policies, Fair Housing Laws, and Federal, State, and Local laws.

· Following up on leads, advertising, and showings with perspective residents.

· Assists in the physical appearance of the property through minor grounds upkeep and common-area cleaning.

· Perform pre-move-in inspections and post move-out inspections as needed.

· Assist with community events as needed.

· Assists with marketing photos and videos as needed.

· Participates in mandatory trainings and meetings.

· Provides feedback for continuous improvement of procedures and processes.

Skills and Key Attributes:

· Excellent business and interpersonal communications skills, both written and oral, are required to interact with prospective residents, vendors, and staff.

· Detail-oriented and well organized.

· Outstanding time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

· Ability to act and operate with guidance and direction from the property manager.

· Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results.

Required Education and Experience:

· Minimum high school diploma, GED, or equivalent (required).

· Valid drivers’ license along with reliable transportation, good driving record, and active auto insurance (required).

· Strong understanding of Landlord/Tenant laws that apply to leasing and property management, such as Fair Housing Laws, Texas Property Code, HUD rules and regulations, and other Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.

Preferred Education and Experience:

· High school diploma

· Familiarity with TAA lease documents and addendums

· Experience using Rent Manager software

Additional Requirements

· Valid drivers’ license

· Pass a motor vehicle, credit, and criminal background check

· Pass a drug screening

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time, with frequent interruptions, including reaching, bending, or carrying.
• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand/finger movement and coordination.
• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, positions, or moves objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• The working environment is typically in an office setting; leasing professionals may occasionally need to leave the premises for business purposes.
• Requires the ability to occasionally drive an automobile in order to run office-related errands or to attend off-site meetings.
• Requires the use of a telephone, fax machine, computer, printer, calculator, copy machine, and other typical office equipment.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associated with the position of Apartment Leasing Assistant. Our company emphasizes a team approach and expects every person to be able to perform any reasonable task or request that is consistent with fulfilling company objectives.

It is important that you review these duties, skills, and requirements closely and that you understand you are verifying that you can perform all the duties, have the skills and possess the abilities necessary to perform the job as described.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

** Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience level. **

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Describe a time where you feel you went above and beyond to assist someone with a problem or issue that involved leasing, property management, or a situation at a property where you were employed.

Experience:

• Property leasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Belton, TX 76513 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19