Leasing Consultant - Lease Up - Thrive Communities

Feel Seen at Thrive!

Community Information: Learn more about Walnut Trail here!

Salary: $20 - $21 an hour DOE 

Schedule: Full-time; Wednesday - Sunday 9AM - 6PM 

Our purpose is to create a community where people feel seen, because we believe when people feel seen, they thrive. By cultivating award-winning workplaces, we foster an environment of connection, compassion and fun that our personnel extend to everyday life at their communities. Happy, inspired associates lead to happy, supported residents. We are dedicated to our boutique, at-scale approach to property management and building communities that flourish, which stems from hiring strong associates to grow with Team Thrive! Voted one of Washington's best workplaces 9 years in a row, and Portland’s best workplaces 2 years in row, Thrive builds on its culture by offering the following benefits: 

• 32 Paid Days off Per Year (PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Personal Day, Paid Days of Service)
• Paid Birthday Off
• Generous Employer Matched 401k plan!
• 30% Housing Discount with Ownership and Regional Manager Approval
• $150 Leasing Commission
• $75 Renewal Commission (split between entire on-site team per renewal)
• Medical benefits effective 1st of the month following your start date!
  • 100% employee medical & dental insurance paid for non-tobacco associates, 80% covered for tobacco using associates
  • Optional HMO dental plan including adult and child orthodontics
  • Vision Option
  • $20,000 life insurance policy
  • Long-term disability coverage
• 24 hour Employee Assistance Program/Hotline
• Discounted Pet Insurance rates + additional voluntary benefit options
• $300 annual professional development/tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities and career progression/growth plans! 

Leasing Consultant Purpose:

The Leasing Consultant is responsible for meeting the leasing goals of the property including greeting prospects, presenting the features and benefits of the community, and securing lease agreements in accordance with Thrive Values, policies and procedures as well as all rules and regulations related to affordable programs.

Thrive’s purpose is to create a community where people feel seen because we believe when people feel seen, they thrive. Our values are to do the right thing, be a great place to work, and do work to be proud of. The Leasing Consultant is expected to meaningfully contribute to and perpetuate our purpose and values.

Leasing Consultant Job Responsibilities:

• Marketing/Leasing
  • Maintains a professional yet friendly atmosphere in the leasing office and other areas where prospective residents and residents meet.
  • Inspects models and market ready vacancies daily to ensure cleanliness. Performs cleaning and staging as needed.
  • Conducts all business in accordance with Thrive policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartments.
  • Answers incoming phone calls and handles each call accordingly, whether it is a prospect call, irate resident, service request, etc. Transfers calls to assistant manager or Community Manager when appropriate.
  • Greets prospective residents, qualifies, determines needs and preferences, professionally presents community and specific apartments while communicating features and benefits.
  • Maintains awareness of local market conditions and trends. Contributes ideas to the manager for marketing property and for improving resident satisfaction. May conduct market surveys.
  • Maintains a lease closing ratio at a level appropriate for the property and submarket. Contributes ideas to the manager for marketing the property and for improving resident satisfaction.
  • Adheres to a marketing plan.
  • Promotes the property through various online and offline advertising sources.
  • Executes a brand story; know the history of the property and surrounding area.
  • Host open houses and creative events to attract prospective tenants and meet occupancy goals.
  • Achieve leasing and occupancy goals set by absorption schedule, collaborate with the Client to make changes to rents and concessions based on market conditions.
    
    
• Administrative
  • Correctly completes all lease applications, assists with application verification and notifies prospective residents of results.
  • Types miscellaneous resident communication as needed.
  • Complete all lease paperwork including related addenda and accepts rents and deposits.
  • Completes Guest Card information form on all prospects, sends thank-you notes and performs follow- up.
  • Physically inspects property when on grounds, picks up litter and reports any service needs to maintenance staff. Inspects move-outs and vacancies.
  • Inventories office supplies on periodic basis. Reports needs to Community Manager.
  • Organizes and files appropriate reports, leases and paperwork.
  • Attends property and Thrive trainings and meetings as requested.
• Performs any additional duties assigned by Leasing Manager, Assistant Manager, Community Manager or Regional Manager.
   

Desired Skills & Experience

• Leasing experience in multi-family housing strongly preferred.
• National Apartment Leasing Professional (NALP)preferred.
• Customer service experience strongly desired.
• Yardi/CRM and Onsite experience preferred.

Desired Competencies

• Excellent customer service, sales and closing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environment.
• Understanding of industry terms and their meaning.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and remain calm and courteous at all times.
• Performs well under pressure with multiple and competing deadlines.
• Respects and understands diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Communicates effectively, builds trust, and addresses community challenges with cultural awareness and equity.
• Specific and thorough in communication with residents, vendors, subordinates, support departments, ownership and leadership.
• Performs duties under pressure and meets deadlines in a timely manner.
• Works well both as part of a team and independently.
• Takes instructions and feedback from supervisors and is able to follow direction, learn and grow with a positive attitude.
• Desire to learn and take initiative on projects and tasks.
• Pro-active problem solver with the ability to follow company policies, mystery shop guidelines, and fair housing laws.
• Driven team player looking to bring positive energy to the team.
• Interacts with co-workers, supervisors, guests and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.
• Strong time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong attention sales and marketing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English using correct grammar and punctuation

If you do not fully meet the qualifications listed above but feel you have the skills and experience to be able to be successful in this position we welcome your application! Whether this or another position within Thrive, we would love to help you find the right role in our organization. 

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on the specific needs of the day. Estimated 70% of time is spent on feet and 30% spent sitting at desk.
• Constant need to type, write, & grasp (working at a computer and answering phones)
• Occasional need to bend/stoop/squat, climb stairs, push or pull, and reach above shoulder (cleaning up litter, putting out advertisement sandwich boards, put out balloons, open doors, pick up and move items)
• May be working at a site currently under development. Must follow strict safety protocols and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment at all times. The site may have uneven terrain, limited access areas, and temporary structures.
• Ability to lift/move/push/pull up to 25 lbs frequently, occasional need to lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs - 40 lbs
• For more information regarding the work environment, physical, and mental requirements, please contact Careers@thrivecommunities.com. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity is celebrated at Thrive as we believe it makes us a better company. Our hope is that each associate feels welcomed, respected, and appreciated for their unique contributions. From our hiring practices, performance reviews, raise decisions, and opportunities for promotions, Thrive follows consistent and fair practices to ensure all Thrive employees and potential employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement based on merit, and are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or on any other legally protected basis. Our Human Resources department works with teams to make reasonable accommodations for those that require assistance in being able to participate in the interview process or meet the requirements of their position.

Background Check & Drug Screen Policy

Thrive Communities conducts background checks and drug screens for onsite property associates after the conditional offer of employment is accepted, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be asked to authorize these screenings and results will be reviewed by a designated HR representative. For questions about what will be reviewed on the criminal history, please contact careers@thrivecommunities.com.

The 4-panel drug screen tests for the following:

• Amphetamines including Methamphetamine
• Cocaine Metabolites
• Opiates including Codeine and Morphine
• Phencyclidine ("PCP")

Thrive Communities reserves the right to modify this policy at any time without notice.