Leasing Consultant Needed in Ocala!

Posted By: Robert Carroll (Member) Job Board,

Timberland Partners is a premier real estate investment and management company that specializes in the acquisition, financing, and management of multifamily and commercial business properties throughout the Mid-West United States. Timberland Partners currently owns approximately 13,000 apartment homes and over 400,000 square feet of commercial space.

Due to continued growth we are looking for a Leasing Consultant at our Latigo 27 location. This apartment community has 240 units and is located in Ocala, FL. The ideal candidate is dedicated, enthusiastic, and a creative individual that is able to multi-task, and adapt well to a fast-paced, high volume environment.

Some of the Benefits of being a team member at Timberland Partners are:

  • Stability – Since 1992 Timberland Partners has developed a reputation for the successful identification, acquisition and management of properties that continue to provide a solid financial foundation. We are committed to hard work, dedication, and teamwork to successfully execute our business strategy.
  • Career Growth – We invest in our employees! One of our core values is to provide each employee the opportunity to excel. That means you have access to on-going training, career development programs, and an environment designed to help you grow professionally.
  • Compensation – As a member of the Timberland Partners team you can count on a competitive compensation package. Along with an excellent salary and rent discounts, we offer a benefits package to full time team members including: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and Paid Time Off.

The Leasing Consultant is responsible for leasing and marketing the apartment community and maintaining positive resident relations. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in leasing/sales, with a strong desire for future growth.

Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Community Leasing and Administration

  • Greets prospects and qualifies them by covering all required criteria
  • Immediately records all telephone and in-person traffic
  • Tours the property and target apartments/model
  • Updates apartment availability reports as needed
  • Processes applications for approval
  • Types leases and completes all necessary paperwork accurately and promptly
  • Immediately follow-up with prospects unable to close on and attempts to close sale again
  • Secures resident signature(s) on all required paperwork before move-in
  • Assists in monitoring renewals
  • Distributes any company-issued notices
  • Maintains accurate monthly commission sheets for bonus payments

Resident Relations

  • Listens to all resident requests, complaints and comments
  • Ensures all work orders are handled satisfactorily by contacting residents with completed service requests
  • Assists in planning and hosting resident functions
  • Assists with enforcing policies and rules of the community

Community Marketing

  • Assists in placing, removing and updating balloons, bandit signs, etc.
  • Distributes newsletters, pamphlets, flyers, etc. to local business and employers
  • Assists in obtaining and distributing marketing information via telephone and/or in-person visits
  • Completes direct marketing mailers

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent, some college-level education preferred
  • 1+ years in a customer service or sales oriented role. 6+ months of on-site leasing experience or a combination of customer service and sales experience and education preferred
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Possesses superior sales ability
  • Computer proficiency, including MS Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • YARDI experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Work Place. No relocation available. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location:

  • Ocala, FL

Interested applicants should email resume to: hsmith@timberlandpartners.com