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The Durst Organization · 1 day ago

Residential Leasing Associate

New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$74K/yr - $84K/yr

The Durst Organization is a family-run business dedicated to innovation, integrity, and sustainability since 1915. They are seeking a Residential Leasing Associate to manage the leasing process, including scheduling, touring, and preparing paperwork for applicants while maintaining a high level of customer service and adherence to fair housing regulations.

Real Estate

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Must be highly accessible to prospects, brokers, and applicants during the leasing process

Give effective presentations during property tours; Maintain knowledge of current and future apartment availability to be utilized during tours

Must be tenacious in follow-ups and closings of lease agreements

Process applications and review qualifying paperwork

Promote amenity reservations prior to lease signing and facilitate Bike and Storage agreements

Maintain strict understanding and adherence of Fair Housing Parameters and Rent Stabilization

Promote 1st class operation demonstrated by exemplifying integrity, courtesy, and professionalism

Build rapport with new prospects and residents in the community

Facilitate closing activities and related scheduling associated with new lease agreements

Perform daily inspection of tour paths, leasing office, amenities, vacant apartments, and common areas, and communicate work orders to maintenance staff

Process construction complaints, submit work orders and amenity reservations, interpret and authorize liability insurance from movers or venders and effectively address resident inquiries

Accurately obtain and compile prospect/applicant data for entry into Onsite, MRI, or related software platform

Track all office traffic and phone inquiry activities for completion of industry or building metric reports, as required

Replenish all collateral material including new deal folders, prospect folders, floor plans, application documents as needed

Update and maintain weekly online advertising and broker outreach

Timely complete reports, projects, and other assignments as directed by Leasing Manager

Serve as a resource, advocate, and catalyst for sustainability at The Durst Organization. Apply the skills unique to your core job responsibilities for practical integration of sustainability into processes, standard operating procedures, and adopted business practices. Seek to empower our colleagues, consultants, tenants and residents to prioritize and actively engage in environmental stewardship

Qualification

New York State Real Estate Salesperson LicenseNew York Real Estate Rental MarketBaccalaureate degree in business administrationMicrosoft Office proficiencyCustomer service skillsProblem-resolution skillsPrioritize tasksAmiable demeanorInterpersonal skillsWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsTime management skillsAttention to detailWork independentlyWork in teams

Required

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution in business administration or related field or equivalent experience

New York State Real Estate Salesperson License

Strong understanding of the New York Real Estate Rental Market

Amiable demeanor with strong sales aptitude

Maintains a professional demeanor

Exceptional customer service, interpersonal and problem-resolution skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skill

Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups

Ability to work independently and in team settings

Strong time management skills

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks

Possess high level of attention to detail

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

Fundamental knowledge of company history, brand, and unique characteristics of the building

Ability to work weekends

Company

The Durst Organization

The Durst Organization was founded in 1915 by Joseph and Rose Durst with the philosophy of: “Leave each place better than you found it.” For generations, Durst has been a family-run business dedicated to community and sustainability.

Founded in 1915