Leasing Agent

$39,520 - $43,680/Yr

Cesar Chavez Foundation - Austin, TX

Full-time

Austin, TX

Social Assistance

About the position

The Leasing Agent is responsible for assisting the property manager in all aspects of property operations, focusing on leasing, marketing, resident relations, and community functions. The primary goal is to achieve 100% occupancy by retaining existing residents and leasing current and future availability.

Responsibilities

• Interview prospective tenants and record information to ascertain needs and qualifications.
• Complete lease forms or agreements and collect rental deposits.
• Handle electronic and manual bookkeeping functions, crediting renter accounts for receipts and debiting accounts for disbursements such as upkeep and maintenance costs.
• Request issuance of checks for monies due to residents.
• Prepare vacancy, occupancy, traffic reports, and turnover schedules for internal use and external agency compliance.
• Coordinate moving, inspections, and tenant issues.
• Inspect the condition of premises periodically and arrange for necessary maintenance.
• Assist with the eviction of tenants in compliance with court orders and directions from the supervisor.
• Respond to emergency calls and situations as required.
• Communicate and interact with residents individually or in groups as required.
• Compile listings of available rental properties.

Requirements

• Experience in working with LIHTC/Tax Credit/HUD/Section 8 regulations/forms.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of Yardi or comparable property management software preferred.
• Bilingual - Spanish preferred.