Leasing Agent

Prospera Housing Community Services - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

San Antonio, TX

About the position

The Leasing Agent at Prospera Housing Community Services is responsible for the marketing and leasing of apartments, ensuring compliance with Fair Housing Laws and local, state, and federal regulations. This role involves representing the property professionally, assisting with office and leasing operations, and maintaining resident files. The Leasing Agent plays a key role in resident certification and property inspections, contributing to ongoing property improvement and marketing efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all types of office and leasing operations on a daily basis, including answering the telephone, screening applicants, and maintaining waiting lists.
• Set appointments, greet the public, and show the property to prospective residents.
• Prepare move-in paperwork and perform move-in orientations with new residents as requested.
• Assist in leasing and marketing efforts.
• Assist in resident certification and re-certifying eligibility and income requirements.
• Inspect all units using UPCS or HQS standards to ensure compliance and high performance ratings.
• Participate in ongoing property improvement and marketing plans.
• Attend employee meetings and training seminars as requested.
• Ensure that resident files and other property-related files are well maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience in affordable housing management or equivalent administrative experience
• Knowledge of general office duties and basic accounting principles
• Sound organizational skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and housing software
• Experience with office equipment such as calculators, copiers, and fax machines
• Valid Driver's License and provides own transportation
• Certified CPO Occupancy Specialist (Section 8 housing)
• Certified LIHTC Manager (Tax Credit Housing)
• Certified HQS Inspector, if necessary