Leasing and Resident Services Specialist at Fairlawn

Louisville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Event Management, Hospitality, Sales, Office Administration, Data Entry, Bilingual, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Positive Attitude, Real Estate Knowledge, Teamwork, Flexibility, Problem Solving, Time Management, Compliance Knowledge

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Description We are seeking a highly motivated Leasing and Resident Services Specialist to join our team at Fairlawn! If you have experience in customer service, event management, hospitality, or sales and want to learn about real estate, our position may be perfect for you! The Leasing and Resident Services Specialist will work with the management team to provide top-notch customer service while helping prospective residents find their perfect home. In this fast-paced sales role, you will have the opportunity to participate in an attractive incentive program. The ideal candidate will embody Fairlawn’s core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve. What will you do? Serve as a leasing agent and tour expert – this means being well-versed with our properties and amenities Show properties and sell their features and amenities to prospective tenants Review lease applications and document requirements for eligibility Assist in daily customer service operations including guest inquiries, preparing notices and resident communications, showings, tenant screenings, and tenant applications Provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced office through multiple communication channels (phone, email, text) to maintain positive resident relations Prepare move-in paperwork, confirm residences are move-in ready, perform unit inspections, and perform move-in orientations with new residents Maintain good rapport with current and prospective tenants Process maintenance requests and follow up with residents to confirm the completion Learn and ensure compliance with all Fair Housing Laws including local, state, and federal housing regulations (We provide training) Pivot, roll up your sleeves, and jump in where needed! Why should you work here? Competitive Pay. We are ready to invest in you! Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall wellbeing Employee sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.S.A. Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps and ensure that all your medical needs are met 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed Company events to promote team cohesion Wellness Days to focus on being your best self. We want you to have time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issue solve and ensure you are set up for success. Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career Requirements Who you are -- We’d love to hear from you if you: Hold a high school diploma or GED Have at least 1 year of customer service, hospitality, retail, or sales experience Have at least 1 year of office administration or data entry experience, preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Must be able to obtain an Illinois Residential Leasing Agent License within 1 year of employment (Illinois Properties ONLY) as applicable Must hold an active driver’s license with 2 years of driving history and pass MVR requirements Are proficient with computer applications and software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, AppFolio, Outlook) and an aptitude for learning new software and systems Have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Demonstrate superior attention to detail, high energy, and a positive attitude Embody our core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve Some additional things you will need: Availability to work longer hours and weekends during prime leasing season and turnover (specific dates vary from year to year) Must be able to perform the physical functions of the position resident communications, not limited to the ability to walk properties, complete physical inspections, deliver communications, and show properties Fairlawn is a vertically integrated firm specializing in real estate investment, management, and development. Based in Chicago and Champaign, Illinois, we have a more than 10-year track record in value-add projects, development, student housing, and build-to-rent communities. With a portfolio of approximately 5,700 units and $850 million in assets under management, Fairlawn has established a strong presence across Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky. We are actively expanding into additional Midwest markets. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a strong alignment with the requirements listed above. While meeting all qualifications is preferred, we understand that exceptional candidates may bring comparable experience and skills to the table including prior experience at Fairlawn. We value diversity of thought and experience, and we are committed to considering all applicants [internal and external] and to identifying and selecting the most qualified applicant for the role. Our company uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run and help grow our business – the tools from EOS contribute to finding the right people and putting them in the right roles, effectively solving issues as they arise, and building a culture of accountability. In short, it gets everyone on the same page and working toward the same goals. If you have an ownership mindset and take pride in all the details, joining our team may be perfect for you! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Leasing and Resident Services Specialist will serve as a leasing agent, showing properties and assisting prospective residents with their applications. They will also maintain positive resident relations and ensure compliance with Fair Housing Laws.