Leasing Consultant - Part Time - Athens, GA

Preiss is a distinguished leader in the ownership and management of multifamily and student housing communities across the United States. With a vast and diverse national portfolio, Preiss is committed to offering residents an unparalleled living experience while simultaneously providing investors a best-in-class investment platform. Known for its dedication to excellence, Preiss fosters a corporate culture that is inclusive and supportive, proudly standing as an Equal Opportunity and LGBTQ+ friendly employer. The company’s reputation is built on its ability to manage properties effectively while prioritizing customer satisfaction and community integration. River Club Apartments, one of the properties managed by Preiss, is currently seeking motivated and customer-focused individuals to join their team as Leasing Consultants. The role of a Leasing Consultant at River Club Apartments is crucial in maintaining the dynamic day-to-day leasing and marketing operations of the property while ensuring the highest levels of resident satisfaction and engagement. This position is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for customer service, sales, and community involvement. As a Leasing Consultant, you will be the first point of contact for potential residents, parents, and visitors, representing the River Club Apartments with professionalism and dedication. Your responsibilities will encompass answering inquiries, persuading prospects to explore the property or website, completing daily follow-ups in the leasing database, and supporting delinquency communications. Additionally, you will play an active role in marketing efforts by attending resident events, creating partnerships with local universities, businesses, cultural centers, and employers to drive prospect visits, and distributing promotional materials on and off-campus. The role also includes a strong tenant experience component where you will greet and assist residents, address questions or concerns promptly, and manage administrative tasks such as logging packages, collecting payments, filing leases, and generating mailings. An essential part of your duties will involve community marketing efforts including outreach to local businesses and competitors analysis to stay informed about the leasing landscape and strategies within the local market. To be successful in this position, candidates should possess excellent customer service skills, a solid understanding of Fair Housing regulations, and preferably some experience in property management leasing. This role requires a minimum of one year of customer service or sales experience, with a high school diploma being the basic educational requirement, while some college coursework or a bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is preferred. The Leasing Consultant position at River Club Apartments is not only an opportunity to build a rewarding career in property management but also a chance to be part of a company that values growth, diversity, and community engagement. This job description serves as a guideline to the key duties expected and may be subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the property and organization.

• Minimum 1 year customer service and or sales experience
• excellent customer service skills and ability to resolve escalated customer concerns
• understanding of Fair Housing
• minimum high school diploma, some college
• preferred bachelor's degree in business or related field