Leasing Agent

Description

• ABOUT US

Founded in 1949, FW Logistics is a privately held, family-owned company with an extensive portfolio of properties across the United States. Our diverse holdings include warehouses, commercial strip malls, cold-storage facilities, and apartment buildings.

• POSITION SUMMARY

The Leasing Specialist plays a key role in the marketing and leasing of Cupples Lofts, a historic residential property located at 1023 Spruce St., St. Louis, MO-just two blocks west of Busch Stadium. This position is responsible for maintaining successful and consistent leasing efforts to ensure high occupancy and resident satisfaction.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the selection and maintenance of the model apartments, target units, and mini models as necessary
• Conducts daily inspections and monitors the tour route
• Demonstration and showing of models and vacant units for leasing using the interpersonal selling approach
• Consistent and prompt follow-up and follow-through on prospects and applicant and resident inquiries
• Accurately communicate the terms of all lease documents
• Maintains accurate and organized lease files and weekly traffic activity reports
• Computes and updates current Market Survey Reports correctly and timely
• Assists in the lease renewal program through accurate notification and consistent, creative resident retention programs
• Politely and skillfully use the telephone to encourage prospects to lease apartments and respond to residents and various telephone requests
• Plans, hosts, and participates in monthly activities for the residents
• Accurately records maintenance requests
• Views apartments and prepare move-in inventory 24 hours before the scheduled move-in
• Assists with administrative tasks as assigned by the Property Manager or Leasing Manager, including but not limited to posting rents, collecting rents, typing or filing
• Orders Leasing supplies
• Assists in cold-calling local businesses in the area
• Maintains marketing outreach files and follow-up
• Review all advertising for accuracy and placement
• Maintains information on calls, visits, and leases from all sources
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities·

• High school diploma or GED
• One to two years of residential leasing experience
• Section 8 and affordable housing knowledge is required
• Yardi experience, preferred
• Basic computer skills, including utilizing Microsoft programs, preferred
• Must be able to work some weekends and extended hours

Physical Requirements:·

• periods sitting at a desk, working on a computer, standing, walking, giving tours, and meeting with potential tenants
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
• Must be able to cover a variety of properties with stairs and conduct tours in various weather conditions

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Competitive pay
• 401K with 4% company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Salary $20hr