StuartCo, founded in 1970, represents a diverse array of market-rate and affordable apartment and townhome options in popular urban and suburban locations. We also offer senior housing campuses.

StuartCo is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. If you’re excited about this role but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. We review all applications.

York Plaza Apartments is looking to hire a full-time Leasing Consultant to join their team in Edina, MN. As a Leasing Consultant, you will develop, refine, and effectively implement excellent telephone and personal sales skills. Specifically, to respond to property visits or telephone inquiries and conduct community/property tours. Lease apartment homes/townhomes and aggressively sell the products and services of the rental community. Work to optimize occupancy while maximizing effective leased rent.

Working Hours:

Typically, FT40, Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Property office hours may vary by property. You may be expected to flex your schedule to meet the demands of the business.

Benefits: Health, Flexible Spending Account, Dental, Vision, Life, ADD, LTD, STD, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, ID Theft, Pet Insurance, and 401(K).

9 Paid Holidays

Generous PTO accruals

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Job Responsibilities and Duties

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge regarding apartment/townhome availability, rates, and features.
• Greet prospective residents. Discuss their housing needs and desires.
• Review information packet, floor plans, deposits, etc. Present information regarding the community.
• Follow established policy and procedures in the qualification, screening, and acceptance of applicants.
• Conduct a property and apartment/townhome tour. Transport the prospect around the community in order to show amenities, models, and available apartments/townhomes.
• Maintain prospect and leasing data on the Guest Card and in Yardi.
• Follow up within 48 hours of showing a prospective resident if the lease was not signed. Send a thank you card.
• Follow the community lease renewal program. Maximize resident renewals.
• Prepare lease-related paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Explain all lease documents to new and existing residents. Ensure all documents are correctly completed prior to the resident's move-in.
• Prepare marketing letters, flyers, etc., to prospective residents as appropriate.

Other Responsibilities

• Prepare property information packet.
• Prepare move-in packet.
• Assist with managing the day-to-day operation of the community. Work closely with the Property Manager and Assistant Property Manager to ensure apartments/townhomes are ready for move-in and maintained in a satisfactory manner. Assume responsibility for community operations when the Property Manager and Assistant Property Manager are off-site, resulting in the Leasing Consultant being the senior office staff person on-site.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Maintain and safeguard confidential information.
• Remain flexible, receptive, and adaptive to change.
• Understand and apply basic principles of good housekeeping and safety.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Job Standards

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years of leasing or retail experience preferred.
• Ability to deal well with people and to get them to feel comfortable quickly.
• Ability to “close” a sale.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work projects.
• Follow and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.

StuartCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.