Job: Leasing Consultant

Essex Property Trust, Inc., is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, redevelops and manages multi family properties in selected West Coast communities. Currently Essex has ownership interests in 132 multi family properties and an employee population of 930. Our corporate office is located in Palo Alto, California with regional offices in Southern California and in Washington State.

We are looking for a Leasing Consultant to join our team.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for assisting in the total leasing efforts and integrated marketing programs of the property to include: successful leasing of apartments, qualifying of potential residents, verification of applications and the creation of all associated documentation accompanying the rental agreements. Also responsible for collecting and accurately recording the receipt of funds. Responsible for acquainting new residents with the leasing documentation, the community rules, the policies which affect the residents, and emergency procedures. Prepare and maintain current resident profiles. Must at all times be prepared to cite policies and procedures of the company, particularly as they relate to Fair Housing and occupancy standards, including any concession program available and particularly for site-specific rental programs. Responsible for tracking and recording all traffic and rental results for monitoring by the community and the company.

QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma. College preferred. Direct sales and marketing experience, 2 yrs related or 1 yr industry experience (preferred.) Strong communication skills, knowledge of business correspondence. Basic computer skills.