Leasing Agent

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Founded in 1986, CaraCo Property Management is one of the largest and most diversified companies in Kingston, Canada and with our expertise in acquisitions, development, property management and investments continue to expand in Florida. Our mission is to be the apartment company of choice by creating value and honoring commitments to our residents, partners, and associates. Our people-first approach has been transforming properties into communities and apartments into homes.

We are currently hiring a Leasing Agent who is an enthusiastic person, who enjoys being hands-on and helping customers. We are committed to providing service excellence and value to those who depend on us at CaraCo.

As a CaraCo Leasing Agent, you will be the first point of contact for the property management office at our property, Arcadia, 8601 W. McNab Rd, Tamarac, FL. This involves greeting everyone with a positive and professional attitude.

An Ideal candidate will portray the below qualities:

• Positive and collaborative personality.
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor with colleagues, residents, future residents, and vendors.
• Think outside the box attitude – being creative.
• Strong aptitude for sales and customer service.
• Eager to close a lease, look at every phone call and walk in as a potential resident.
• Career driven – training and learning is a must. Striving to reach your career goals!
• Communicate is key! Phone etiquette along with excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible schedule and willing to work weekends.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish an asset.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Stands and greets all prospects that visit the leasing office. Answers phone and personal inquiries and provides rental information in a professional, enthusiastic and positive manner
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, ADA, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other Federal, State, and Local laws pertaining to Multi-Family Housing.
• Manage all aspects of the leasing process, including leasing apartments, preparing lease paperwork, and assisting to ensure a smooth move-in.
• Complete all paperwork in a professional, accurate, and timely manner.
• Utilize (Yardi Voyager) for leasing information, rent collecting, rent renewals and resident notices.
• Prepare lease agreements and renewals. Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately.
• Process rental applications, including, verifying applicant information and conducting background within twenty-four (24) hours of the lease date.
• Respond to in-person, phone, and email inquiries, which includes providing leasing information, making appointments, and creating and following up with maintenance requests.
• Assist with completing weekly, monthly, and special reports as assigned by the Property Manager.
• Collect deposits and rent money and record appropriately.
• Be an expert in the market. Know the comps, rents, specials, occupancy, traffic.
• Marketing – use online presence to maximize exposure to the property. Scrub advertising sites to ensure accuracy in advertising.
• Discover future residents’ needs, show them around your community’s amenity areas and model homes, and highlight all the benefits that will make them want to call your community home.
• Communicate with clarity and enthusiasm towards co-workers, residents, and prospects.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent and professional knowledge of business discipline are required.
• Previous property management experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and Yardi software.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Every weekend

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Leasing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person