Leasing Agent

Leasing AgentThe Leasing Agent has one of the most important responsibilities in our company: providing excellent customer service to prospective and current residents. We are looking for a Leasing Agent to fill a full-time opening immediately at Van Allen Apartments in Rensselaer, NY. The qualified Leasing Agent candidate will have previous experience especially related to customer service and sales.About Sunrise Management & Consulting: As an Accredited Management Organization from IREM, Sunrise Management & Consulting is one of approximately 500 firms across the country that have met the education, insurance, experience, and ethics requirements to achieve this designation. We manage approximately 1,500 apartments in the Capital Region and are dedicated to professional development. Do you want to work for a company committed to the growth of each employee, including you? If so, please apply for a position with us today!This is a full-time, in-office position. Working hours Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, Saturdays as needed.Leasing Agent - Essential Functions:The Leasing Agent uses excellent sales and customer service skills when assisting prospects, residents, and coworkers.The ideal candidate displays the utmost professionalism.Communicates the benefits of the apartment community, responding to leads by phone, in-person, and in writing.Leads tours of apartments.Screens prospective residents.Keeps accurate and detailed records and uses Entrata property management software.Assists residents with questions or other requestsComplies with all Federal and Local Fair Housing regulations and ordinances.Maintains productive and professional relationships with the Property Manager, site team, and all other coworkers.Other duties as assigned.Leasing Agent - Skills and Qualifications:The qualified Leasing Agent candidate will have some previous relevant experience in apartment leasing and customer service.Excellent customer service, sales, and problem-solving skills.Professional use of verbal and written communications.Detail-oriented and able to accurately prepare paperwork and reports.Cannot be a resident of a Sunrise-managed apartment community.If the candidate holds a real estate license, they must be willing to transfer their license to Sunrise Management & Consulting.Must have a valid New York State driver's license and have reliable transportation.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $18.00 - $23.00 / hour401(k) with MatchMedical, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time Off6 Paid Company HolidaysTravel ReimbursementReferral ProgramRequirementsLeasing Agent Physical Requirements:Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language.Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs. without the assistance of tools or devices.Prolonged periods of standing and walking.Ability to lead tours of apartments, which involves excellent verbal, written, and in-person communication, and being able to walk the property and show units upstairs or downstairs without assistance.