LEASING AGENT

Come join UMH Properties, Inc. and make a difference! 

UMH Properties, Inc. is a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:UMH) with over 50 years in the manufactured housing industry. As a company that provides high-quality affordable homes and well-cared for communities in eleven states, we know that our company is only as strong as our people. That is why we provide stable and long lasting careers, with extensive training and opportunities for growth.

We are looking for a Full-time Leasing Agent. for our Pikewood Manor location. The Leasing Agent will show homes to potential renters, lease homes to qualified applicants, renew leases with current tenants, and perform managerial duties concerning the property as directed. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Warmly greets visitors, prospective renters, and current residents.

• Provides potential tenants with brochures, information, and tours of facilities and available units.

• Consults with prospective tenants to identify requirements and budgets, then matches these needs with available properties.

• Ensures available and model homes are fresh and tidy.

• Conducts background and credit checks and verifies other references as directed by the Leasing Manager.

• Prepares leases for Sales Manager’s review and approval; obtains signatures from management and tenants.

• Coordinates move-in dates, materials, and processes.

• Prepares move-in materials.

• Creates, develops, and maintains a wait list as needed.

• Tours property daily to ensure it is neat, tidy, attractive, and in good repair.

• Manages use of shared facilities such as fitness and recreation areas, laundry facilities, and meeting or gathering spaces.

• Assists with recordkeeping, filing, bookkeeping, and paperwork as required.

• Creates, develops, and maintains a list of promotions and discounts.

• Develops and implements marketing strategies to attract renters.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Real estate sales license preferred.

• At least two years of related experience required.

• Outgoing, friendly attitude and ability to make others feel welcome and comfortable.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with good sales and customer service skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Detail-oriented and organized.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical requirements of the job

• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer as well as standing and walking, giving tours, and meeting with potential tenants.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

• Must be able to traverse a variety of properties with stairs and in a variety of weather.

• Must be able to work weekends and/or evenings on a rotating schedule.

Work Environment

• Working indoors in an office environment as well as time outside in the community showing homes.

Travel 

• Occasional car or air travel may be required to attend local or long-distance meetings, trainings or when visiting other communities.

Work Schedule

• Days worked each week may vary based on location, however the position requires forty (40) working hours per week with an unpaid lunch break daily. 

• In-person attendance is an essential function of this position.

Job classification

• This is a non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act

UMH offers employees a range of benefits:

• Competitive wages with options for annual bonuses and pay increases
• Sales positions include the option to earn commission
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Company-paid life insurance for full-time employees
• Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
• Voluntary benefit plans: Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Confinement insurance, Life Insurance, Critical Illness coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 UMH Properties, Inc. will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any   qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job.  Please  speak with human resources should you require an accommodation or have any questions. 

UMH Properties, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Candidates please note: You will receive emails regarding the status of your application. Some are autogenerated updates while others are correspondence from our HR team or the hiring manager directly. In some instances, these emails may go to your email SPAM folder. Be sure to check that folder regularly.