Leasing Agent - The Greens

CRM Residential has been a trusted name in the property management industry for over 46 years specializing in affordable housing. Our success story is a testament to the dedicated and talented individuals who have chosen to build their careers with us. We take great pride in our values, and we live and breathe them every day.

Working at CRM Residential is so much more than a job, it is a career with purpose. No matter what department or level of the company you join, our mission is to provide a comfortable and reliable home environment for those who need it most and to provide excellent service to our customers. You will make a difference.

Why Join the CRM Residential Team:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Retirement Savings with employer contribution
• Bonus Potential
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Paid Holidays

What You’ll Get To Do:

The Leasing Agent will receive general supervision and direction from the Community Manager. The Leasing Agent will comply with established policies and procedures and not act contrary to such guidelines without Community Manager approval. The Leasing Agent will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Resident selection and screening according to the property's current Resident Selection Criteria.
• Processing of all applications subsidized and market applicants.
• Responsible for the preparation and status of the vacancy report, traffic reports and status of move out notices.
• Maintain the property's waiting list according to the guidelines set forth by the New Jersey Housing Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) and CRM Residential.
• Maintain Leasing Center in an orderly and professional manner and according to established office hours.
• Responsible for all follow-up with applicants.
• Coordinate and communicate with Maintenance Supervisor projected ready dates of apartments that have already been pre-leased.
• Maintain vacancy board in Management Office which will match weekly vacancy report.
• Maintain accurate and updated resident information cards.
• Attend seminars and trade association meetings as recommended by the New Jersey Housing Mortgage Finance Agency and CRM.
• Participate in the move-in orientation in various ways.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• 2-3 years of previous leasing associate experience required.
• Tax Credit and affordable housing experience required.
• The position requires the ability to deal well with people and get them to feel comfortable quickly.
• Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
• The position requires effective oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Physical/Working Requirements:

• Stand and walk or sit alternatively depending on specific needs of the day.
• Constant need to bend/stoop/squat, climb stairs, push, or pull, reach above shoulder, filing, open/close doors/drawers, grasping/turning, writing/typing
• Frequent lifting/carrying (paperwork, deliveries, files, miscellaneous) less than 20 lbs.
• Professional image
• Be able to multi-task
• Excellent communication skills and upbeat attitude
• Strong customer service orientation
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong administrative ability

About CRM Residential:

CRM Residential is an award-winning full-service property management company which professionally manages 11,000+ apartments valued in excess of one billion. We are exclusively third-party so there is no conflict of interest between the properties that we manage for our clients and our own properties, because we do not own any properties. Our focus is dedicated to our clients.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you have a passion for a position in property management, and a desire to work for a reputable company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.