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Leasing ConsultantPratum Companies is looking for Leasing Consultant in the Washington DC area. This is an affordable housing and Tax Credit property which requires all tenants to meet certain income requirements. The ideal candidate will have understanding of affordable housing, Tax Credit certification and fair housing regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Handling all aspects of leasing apartments, including greeting prospective residents, following up with prospects, touring the community, processing applications, preparing leases and closing the saleProvide superior customer serviceUpdate unit availability/waitlistBilingual -Spanish/ English is perferred but not requiredUnderstanding the community and its amenities, rents, and specials - as well as those of the communitys competitorsConduct off-site marketing and assist in preparing marketing surveysScreen all incoming residents by objective qualification standardsAchieve an acceptable leasing closing ratioMaintain activity reports by recording traffic dailyAssist with resident programs and retentionAssist with coordination of and participate in resident functionsProcessing RecertificationsPerform all other duties assigned by the Assistant Manager/Community ManagerJob Requirements:Impeccable customer service skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills Must have a minimum of three (3) years recertification experience with the affordable housing community HUD and LIHTCHave the ability to multi-task within time constraintsMust have excellent attention to detail and ability to work independentlyProficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Property Management Software and Internet literateHave a full understanding of the requirements for HUD and LIHTC programsPrior section 8 recertification experience is necessaryStrong understanding of the HUD 4350, experience with the 236 program and their CPOSection 8 experience and Tax Credit A MUSTPublic Housing experience A MUSTPratum prides itself on offering a competitive salary and extensive, market-competitive health and welfare BENEFITS including:Medical, Dental & Vision Prescription Drug ProgramPaid Vacation & HolidayPaid Personal/ Sick LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid AD& D InsuranceCompany Paid Short- Term Company Paid Long-term DisabilitySupplemental Life InsuranceDependent Supplemental Life InsuranceEducational AssistanceFinancial PlanningRetirement Savings Plan with company matching Company outings and eventsThis role is non-exempt and has an anticipated annual pay range of $25-$29 an hour for a new employee depending on a number of relevant factors including individuals experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, client/property or company budgetary limitations/guidelines, and other job-related company and market considerations. This position may be eligible to receive discretionary and/or performance-based bonuses on a spot or annual basis, which are variable depending on individual merit/performance, budgetary limitations, company performance, and other job-related factors. This non-exempt role will be eligible for overtime for all hours worked in excess of 40 per week. Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 weeks sick and related leave, 11 paid holidays, and health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Companys website. To learn more about our company and our benefits, go to: