About this role
Job title: Leasing Consultant - The Belmont - Grand Prairie, TX
About the Role Valiant Residential is seeking a Leasing Consultant who is responsible for duties related to leasing, retention, and occupancy for the community while promoting resident satisfaction. Create a lasting influence on visitors, prospects, and residents through a customer service focus.
What You'll Do
- Greet prospects and qualify by covering all criteria (ask questions, utilize completed guest cards, etc.)
- Prepare move-in packages and lease paperwork.
- Immediately record all telephone and in-person visits on appropriate reports.
- File your guest cards and maintain them according to established procedures.
- Inspect models and available market ready units; communicate related service needs to the Community Manager.
- Have the prospect complete the application and secure a deposit in accordance with Valiant Residential procedures and Fair Housing requirements.
- Update the availability report and process applications for approval (e.g., credit check, rental history, etc.).
- Submit processed applications to the Community Manager for approval.
- Assist in monitoring renewals.
- Distribute and follow up on renewal notices.
- Monitor advertising effectiveness.
- Gather information about market competition in the area and file.
- Professionally represent the company at all times.
- Accept rental payments and give them immediately to the Assistant Community Manager.
- Type lease, complete appropriate paperwork, and input information on the Yardi System accurately and on time.
- Review with the Community Manager before obtaining signatures.
- Assist the management team with other various tasks as required.
- Consistently implement policies of the community.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in working with the public and/or sales.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
- Fair Housing Certification, or willingness to obtain before interacting with prospective residents.
- Demonstrate an ability to support and contribute to the community team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, MS Outlook) and community software; experience with Yardi is a plus.
- Positive attitude and the ability to smile under all circumstances.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Two years of previous customer service experience.
- Neat, clean, and professional appearance throughout the workday.
- Comply with expectations as demonstrated in the employee handbook.
- Demonstrate ability to diffuse and respond to customer concerns to avoid escalation of the problem.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Yardi or other property management software.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive total compensation and time off with comprehensive benefits, including free health insurance options and 401(k) matching.
- Growth opportunities and a collaborative, supportive work environment.