Resident Relations Specialist- Palazzo East - AIR Communities

AIR Communities owns and operates best-in-class apartment communities in major markets across the country. Our communities are managed by team members who are passionate about providing world class customer service to our residents.

Our Resident Relations Team Members pride themselves on the impeccable customer service and problem-solving techniques they provide to enhance the entire experience of current and future residents. The goals of Resident Relations Specialist will focus on resident retention and experience, and manage the entire resident renewal process to maximize the number of renewals at your community. 

If you are an ambitious, problem-solving customer service and sales professional, who rises to a challenge and takes pride in providing great experience to consistently exceed your goals, we want you on our team!

What We Offer

AIR offers attractive compensation packages that reward performance including:

• Expected base pay rate of $20.50 to $23.50 an hour + Monthly Renewal Commissions. You will be provided a base pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Opportunity for extended time-off with benefits during slower parts of the year.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community.
  • Option to live onsite with zero commute or at a nearby AIR community.

Where You Will Work

You will assist residents onsite at Palazzo East Apartment Homes, our modern 698-unit apartment community located blocks from The Grove Los Angeles! 
Check them out for yourself here: https://www.palazzo-east.com/

The Location: Luxury living in a premiere location just a three-minute drive to The Grove and walking distance to LA’s best restaurants, bars, and attractions means you’re in the center of all the excitement. Enjoy the convenience of the Park La Brea community in the Miracle Mile District of Los Angeles.

What You Will Do

• Respond to and manage resident complaints and/or service issues at the Shared Service Center and may coordinate with appropriate staff to address and resolve resident concerns.
• Support residents during the move-out process, which may include notice to vacate and resident transfers.
• Manage resident lease renewal process including finalizing renewal leases with the resident via phone and internet.
• Monitors resident retention.
• Assist residents with any need
• Help residents pay their rent online
• Complete move-in and move-out inspections
• Register cars to park on-site
• Register pets for existing residents
• Assist with parcel pending (package deliveries)
• Enter in service requests for residents
• Answer questions regarding service requests
• Assisting with Notice to Vacates and gather information for move-outs
• Send communication to residents
• Coordinate and plan resident functions
• Responds to and manages resident complaints and/or service issues
• Contact residents about policy violations

Who You Are

• Goal-Driven and Delight in going above and beyond to provide a great customer service experience
• Adaptable to Fast Pace and Shifting Priorities
• Nimble problem-solver
• Collaborative Team Player

What You Have

• Strong customer service/ Retail/ Hospitality/ Restaurant or Sales background, with ability to consistently meet and exceed sales goals.
• 2 years customer service experience in a fast-paced service environment (ie, property management, hospitality, retail, restaurant etc.).
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to address the needs of current and future residents in a friendly and professional manner.
• A reliable mode of transportation.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work during our office hours. Typical schedule will be Monday-Thursday & Saturday, 9:30am – 6:00pm (hours may vary based on community and season and day off during the week could be any day Tues-Friday if a different day is preferred).
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

Benefits

• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 11/13/2024. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.