Leasing Agent - Cesar Chavez Foundation

Summary



Seeking a Leasing Agent who is responsible for assisting the property manager in maintaining all aspects of property operations, but with a concentration on the leasing, marketing, resident relations, and functions of the community. The Leasing Agent strives for 100% occupancy through retention of existing residents, leasing current availability and pre-leasing of future availability.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.





+ Interviews prospective tenants and records information to ascertain needs and qualifications.



+ Completes lease form or agreement and collects rental deposit.



+ Handles electronic and manual bookkeeping functions, or credits renter account for receipts and debits account for disbursements such as upkeep and maintenance costs for assigned property.



+ Requests issuance of check for monies due residents.



+ Prepares vacancy, occupancy, traffic, reports and turnover schedules, etc. for internal use and external agency compliance.



+ Coordinates moving, inspections, dealing with tenant issues and related items.



+ Inspects condition of premises periodically and arranges for necessary maintenance.



+ Assists with eviction of tenants in compliance with court order and directions from supervisor.



+ Responds to emergency calls and situations as required.



+ Communicates and interacts with residents individually or in groups as required.



+ Compiles listings of available rental property.





Qualifications





+ Experience in working with LIHTC/Tax Credit/HUD/Section 8 regulations/forms



+ Excellent customer service skills



+ Yardi or comparable property management software knowledge preferred



+ Bilingual - Spanish preferred





Wage



$17.00-$19.00 per hour DOE