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Leasing Professional

BM Smith, Arlington, VA, United States


Role responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Leasing and Administration: assist new residents with selecting their home.

Conduct tours of community and apartment(s) and apply product knowledge to future renter’s needs by communicating features and benefits

Immediately record all telephone and in-person visits in Entrata

Complete timely follow‑ups as shown on Entrata Leasing Dashboard

Inspect available “made ready” units, communicating any related service needs to the Community Manager and maintenance team

Assist prospective renters in online application process

Assist in monitoring upcoming lease expirations, aiding in distribution of renewal offer letters as needed

Distribute all company and community‑issued notices

Participate in outreach and marketing activities on a regular basis to obtain prospective residents

Manage rentable items, ensuring that monthly charges are scheduled according to lease

Customer Service: anticipate needs and be ready to help.

Smile and stand to greet visitors, offering beverages/snacks to enhance visitor experience

Welcome residents (and pets) by name and engage residents in conversations that demonstrate genuine hospitality

Have a positive and upbeat demeanor in person and on the phone

Take initiative to solve problems and provide timely assistance to residents and prospects with empathy, care, and professionalism

Conduct daily follow‑up calls for closed service requests

Ensure Leasing Office & Resident Clubhouse / Coffee bar remain stocked with refreshments, ordering office and coffee supplies when needed

Check and respond to emails hourly, forwarding any messages and/or requests to appropriate team members

Manage and maintain resident portal, staff directory, office assets, and service request updates

Assist residents with making amenity reservations and maintain calendar accordingly

Ensure that entrance into community is only by authorized individuals; respond to resident requests and inquiries regarding this policy with the company’s customer service standards

Actively participate in maintaining building cleanliness and office organization

Remain in accordance with Federal Fair Housing and Landlord Tenant Laws

Provide residents with timely communication regarding maintenance or potential service interruptions.

Demonstrate knowledge of the area, and cheerfully make dinner reservations or call a cab for residents who request it

Serve as the initial point of contact for resident needs

Office Management: organize and monitor office efficiencies.

Assist in the following areas, as assigned on site:

maintain inventory of office supplies; placing orders on a weekly basis

update and ensure all residential information is recorded accurately via Entrata and LuxerOne

ensure Petty Cash procedures are followed per company policy

regularly contact service providers to acquire better rates for services (newspapers, cable, etc.).

complete routine shopping for hospitality items when approved

Ensure front desk systems are followed, including Resident Check‑In, Resident Registration (Entrata Resident Portal), payment handling, asset check‑in/check‑out, etc.

Process POs for supplies ordered, following up with vendors on missing items as needed

Complete daily inspections using cleaning checklists to ensure cleanliness of residential common areas and front desk

Facilitate contractor check‑ins and check‑outs, and cultivate relationships with the company’s preferred vendors

Maintain log books for visitors, contractors, elevators, incident reports, and daily activities

Take initiative to put operational systems into place so that small details never slip through the cracks

Qualifications

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment: focused customer service

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite and others as needed

Proficiency with various forms of social media, targeted to core resident audience

Highly organized for the purpose of supporting a team of Maintenance and Community Managers: strong team player

Event Planning experience is a strong asset

Position Requirements

Exceptional customer service skills and telephone etiquette

Demonstrate strong sense of integrity

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Experience with marketing and/or variety of social media outlets

Physical Demands & Environment
Working in normal office environment, employee may be required to sit, bend, stoop, use keyboard, see, talk and hear. May occasionally lift objects of 10 to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Type: Full‑time

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Experience

Property management: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute

Arlington, VA 22204 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

Arlington, VA 22204: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

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