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Leasing Agent Garden Communities

•2.7 Basking Ridge, NJ Job Details Temporary $18

•$21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Interpersonal skills Yardi Filing Attention to detail Organizational skills

Full Job Description Location:

Basking Ridge, NJ Pay:

$18.00

•21.00 per hour, based on experience

Work Location:

In person Job Summary Garden Communities, a large and well-established real estate development and property management company, is seeking an experienced, polished, and dependable Leasing Agent for a residential apartment community located in Basking Ridge, NJ. This is a temporary position with the potential to transition into a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs. Candidates must be available to work Tuesday through Saturday. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound professional judgment, consistent follow-through, exceptional resident service, and the ability to manage leasing responsibilities independently. We are looking for someone who can confidently conduct apartment tours, build relationships with prospective residents, maintain consistent follow-up, and manage leasing documentation accurately. The ideal candidate will have prior residential leasing or property management experience and a thorough understanding of the leasing process, from the initial inquiry through application, lease signing, and move-in. Responsibilities Manage the leasing process from initial inquiry through application, approval, lease execution, and move-in Greet prospective residents and provide accurate information about available apartments, rental rates, community features, and leasing requirements Conduct apartment and property tours professionally and confidently Respond promptly to telephone, email, online, and in-person leasing inquiries Build rapport with prospective residents and maintain consistent follow-up Process rental applications, supporting documentation, and lease paperwork Prepare leases, renewals, notices, and other resident documentation Maintain accurate guest cards, leasing records, reports, leases, and resident files Remain knowledgeable about apartment availability, pricing, and upcoming vacancies Assist current residents with questions, concerns, and service requests Handle sensitive or challenging resident concerns calmly and professionally Coordinate with property management and maintenance employees regarding apartment readiness and move-in dates Support leasing, resident retention, and occupancy goals Maintain an organized, professional, and welcoming leasing office Conduct all business in accordance with company policies, Fair Housing requirements, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws Perform additional duties as assigned by the Property Manager Qualifications Minimum of two years of residential leasing or property management experience required Demonstrated understanding of the complete leasing process, including tours, prospect follow-up, applications, lease preparation, renewals, and move-ins Strong customer service, sales, and relationship-building skills Demonstrated reliability, sound judgment, professionalism, and consistent follow-through Ability to manage leasing responsibilities independently with minimal supervision Professional and composed when handling sensitive or challenging resident concerns Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple prospects, applications, deadlines, and priorities Experience using Yardi or another property management system preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and general office technology Familiarity with Fair Housing laws and requirements Ability to commute reliably to Basking Ridge, NJ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Benefits Benefits are available to eligible employees. Eligibility requirements and waiting periods may apply. 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$18.00

•$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have at least two years of residential leasing or property management experience? Do you have experience managing the full leasing process, including tours, prospect follow-up, applications, lease preparation, renewals, and move-ins? How many years of experience do you have using Yardi or another property management system? Are you familiar with Fair Housing laws and requirements? Are you able to commute reliably to Basking Ridge, NJ? What hourly pay rate are you seeking? Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Work Location:

In person