Our multi-family community in Goose Creek, SC currently has a full-time Leasing Professional opening. The Leasing Professional will handle all aspects of leasing apartments, including greeting prospective residents, touring the community, closing the sales and following up with prospects.

Independence Realty Trust, Inc (NYSE: IRT) is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates multifamily apartments. IRT currently manages over 36,000 apartment homes, 120+ communities, in over 30 markets and 14 of the country’s most desirable states. IRT has a strong commitment to hiring the most talented industry professionals, which has resulted in record growth, making the Company one of the most respected and trusted within our industry.

Are you ready to join our team? To research us in more detail, visit www.irtliving.com

Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of leasing apartments which include; Welcome prospective residents; Tour the community; Follow up with prospective tenants and close tenant deals.
• Enthusiastically and professionally answer incoming calls from potential tenants or current residents. Provide accurate answers or transfer calls to Assistant Manager or Community Manager.
• Complete lease application forms, assist with application verification, screen all incoming residents by objective qualification standards and notify prospective residents of results.
• Be an expert on our community offerings, rents and amenities, as well as those of the community’s competitors by maintaining awareness of local market conditions and trends.
• Perform off-site marketing research and assist in preparing marketing plans.
• Ability to explain lease agreement and obtains signatures on all lease paperwork prior to move-in.
• Organize and file appropriate reports, files and other community related paperwork.
• Maintain activity reports by inputting daily traffic including telephone calls, internet leads, tours and follow-up.
• Walk and inspect models, “market ready” vacant apartments, and common area daily to ensure cleanliness.
• Assist with coordinating resident programs and functions to assure resident retention.
• Maintain courteous & helpful demeanor with owners, residents, prospective residents, coworkers, vendors, etc.
• Participate in company training classes, meetings, and other events intended to introduce staff to new ideas and improve overall performance.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Some college level courses preferred.
• Previous experience in a professional position involving heavy customer service or sales.
• At least one year experience working within a multi-family community preferred.
• Experience and proficiency in using a variety of software programs including MS Office Suite, Word and Excel. Yardi preferred. In addition, ability to use a typewriter, calculator and fax machine.
• Possess excellent customer service skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrate sales and marketing skills.
• Possess or ability to obtain a working knowledge of Fair Housing laws, rules and regulations concerning apartment leasing and management.
• Must be detail oriented, an independent thinker, and be able to prioritize and shift focus as necessary.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be able to obtain licenses when required by state

What IRT Offers:

We provide all staff a great employment experience, great benefits, opportunities, and a great culture. We believe in investing in our team by providing our employees with the tools and support to achieve their goals.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation package
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual bonus opportunities in addition to salary
• Overtime and On Call pay in addition to salary (depending on position)
• Stock Awards granted in first year – All employees are owners of IRT
• Stock Dividends paid quarterly on vested stock
• Discounted rent available

Time Off

• 15 Paid Time Off days (PTO) in a calendar year
• 19.5 Paid Time Off days (PTO) in a calendar year after 2 years
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Early dismissal the day prior to select holidays

Health Insurance & Wellness

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance for individual and/or family
• Dental and Vision Coverage for individual and/or family
• 100% company paid Employee Wellness Program
• 100% company paid Short and Long-Term Disability
• 100% company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Retirement

• 100% company match on employee 401k contributions up to 4% of salary
• Company 401k match is immediate vested – no vesting or waiting period

Culture & Opportunity

• Owner/Operator – No third-party management
• Staff Appreciation events and many other company celebrations
• Women’s Mentoring Initiatives
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Staff Learning and Education events
• 100% company paid industry certifications & Training such as CAM, CALP, and more.
• Career Paths, Job Growth & Advancement available. 10%-15% of staff receive promotions annually
• Annual Performance and Compensation reviews
• Highly engaged management who promote teamwork and individual success
• Long-standing business success and employment stability

Independence Realty Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.