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The Caton Companies Leasing Specialist (Part Time/Seasonal) - Charlottesville, VA in Charlottesville, Virginia
Management Services Corporation (MSC) is a leading property management firm with properties throughout Virginia, and one of The Caton Companies. We are seeking a Part Time Seasonal Leasing Specialist for our Charlottesville, Virginia, main office to work through the summer of 2025. The work of The Caton Companies is work that matters to our communities and to society. At MSC, we take our jobs seriously and work hard, but we like to have fun in the process.
You’ll be working in a building called the Mad House…it does get crazy mad sometimes, so you’ll need to buckle up for the ride!
Summary/Objective
The Leasing Specialist (Part Time) reports to the Marketing Operations Manger and will perform the duties described below in a competent, professional, and timely manner in accordance with Federal Fair Housing Laws.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General Duties
To promptly answer phones.
Schedule tours and show apartments.
Follow-up with all prospects following and approved procedure.
To personally greet customers as they enter the office.
Generate computer leases and complete all lease procedures.
To consistently acquire a 33% show to lease ratio.
To consistently acquire a 62% telephone performance.
To consistently acquire a 50% phone to tour conversion.
Contribute marketing ideas and strategies to renting apartments including the production of ads and fliers.
Check and respond to office email.
Notify current residents of an upcoming tour.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a part-time position (15-20) hours per week; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, with hours between 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday hours 10:00am to 4:00pm, Sundays 11:00am to 2:00pm. This is a seasonal role that will work from mid-May until early August. Must be available to work every weekend. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
Travel/ Driving
No travel is expected for this position. Occasional need to utilize personal transportation to make (reimbursed) trips to bank, post office and also to visit corporate offices.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in leasing/sales/customer service a plus
Driver’s License required
Preferred Education and Experience
College degree preferred but not required
MSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer