Job DetailsLevelEntryJob LocationGainesville Region - Gainesville, FLPosition TypeFull TimeSalary Range$16.50 - $19.00 Job CategoryReal EstateDescriptionLeasing Specialist | The Collier CompaniesThis is an on-site role, reporting from one of The Collier Companies' community offices in Gainesville, which offers beautiful natural areas, a temperate climate, and tremendous educational, cultural, and commercial opportunities. Gainesville was recently ranked as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.As a Leasing Specialist, you are the first person a prospect or resident meets when they come home. For you it's not just a job, it's a career and you understand that for our residents, it's not just an apartment, it's their home. You love interacting with all types of people and have a passion for creating unique experiences.Perks - The Good Stuff:
- The Collier Companies 401k match is 100% of your contribution up to 10% of your gross income.
- Up to 24 days off during your first year with an annual increase!
- Stylish TCC logo attire is provided.
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance.
- Group & supplemental life insurance policy options.
- Reimbursement accounts & prepaid legal services.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Industry education opportunities.
Rewards - Because We Value Your Hard Work:
- Monthly customer service awards
- Secret shopper bonuses
- Financial & PTO rewards for Team Member Referrals
QualificationsYour Day to Day:
- Provide exceptional and consistent customer service to our residents & prospects
- Lease apartment homes by creating relationships and showcasing the benefits of living at a The Collier Companies community
- Always be closing - over the phone, through email and in person. You are the subject expert on the product, the property and the local neighborhood
- Generate leads by conducting effective follow up on the phone & through email
- Create & implement promotional programs, including creative online advertising, direct marketing, social media outreach and resident events
- Contribute to the desired occupancy levels by renewing current resident leases
- Maintain accurate resident files
- Weekends required, as needed
Your Skills - Show Us What You Got:
- Strong sales with a desire to exceed company leasing requirements
- Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal
- A customer-focused mentality
- Proficiency with various software, apps and computer programs
- Career mindset with a polished, professional appearance
- Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly in a fast-pace leasing office
- Qualified candidates will have 1-2 years leasing &/or customer service experience in a retail, hospitality, housing or multi-family environment
- College education preferred
Our Culture - How We're Different: The Collier Companies is a fast-growing company that fosters a professional attitude and a strong team spirit. We are committed to training our teams well, honoring their achievements, and promoting from within. The Team Members who work here are outgoing, caring, and proud of what they do.
- At The Collier Companies, we recognize TEAM MEMBERS for being the foundation of our success.
- Our mission is PROUDLY MAKING YOUR HOME THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS.
- We are good STEWARDS to each other, believe in collaboration and support one another to achieve our mission.
- We PRIDE ourselves on the principles taught in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People , written by Stephen Covey.
- The Collier Companies Team Members are committed to CANI (Constant & Never-Ending Improvement) & to utilizing our I&R (Initiative & Resourcefulness) to find solutions that are BOTH E&E (Efficient & Effective) that we implement via IIT (I Intend To )
- We are committed to ONGOING LEARNING - At The Collier Companies & sponsor Book Clubs that support growth.
- GROWTH - We have a goal to double in size within the coming decade! Our team members have a FIRE IN THE BELLY and hold the torch with a BURNING SENSE OF URGENCY!
- We bring STABILITY into the marketplace and to our residents with a PERPETUAL HOLD strategy. This benefits our human capital, finances, and customer experience.
- ROOTED - We are a privately owned group that's been in business since the 1970's and the world's largest privately owned student housing company and growing multi-family apartment organization!
At The Collier Companies, it's all about people. Our Residents depend on us to be observant, interested in their lives, and quick to respond to their needs. We enjoy working with them and with each other. Every day is different: rewarding, challenging, and fun. When someone rents at the Collier Companies, they are entrusting us with providing their Home, something fundamental to their emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being and we consider that both a wonderful Honor and a significant Duty that we are passionate about. We ask all that join us to commit to doing likewise.PROUDLY MAKING YOUR HOME THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESSBackground checks are an employment requirement. Upon submission of your application, you will be invited to complete our candidate assessment. These are required steps in the hiring process.The Collier Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer#INDHP#LI-DNI