Leasing Consultant - Wilbeth Arlington

Who We Are

Redwood Communities, Inc. (“Redwood Communities”), an affiliate of Redwood Housing, is a multifamily property management organization that manages affordable housing communities throughout the country. To date, Redwood Communities has assembled a best-in-class team that currently manages a growing portfolio of properties and has built strong working relationships with government agencies and leading non-profit organizations to raise the standard of living for our communities.

Benefits

• Exceptional medical benefits: We cover more than 90% of medical premiums, and employees have the option of a 100% employer-paid HSA medical plan.
• 100% company paid dental and vision benefits for employee coverage.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D
• Best-in-class voluntary insurance benefits.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) programs with a company match equal to 100% of the first 6% contributed by the employee.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) with 24/7 counseling services.
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year.
• 12 paid holidays each year & 2 floating holidays.

About the Position

The Leasing Consultant is responsible for providing excellent customer service to current and prospective residents, ensuring full compliance with HUD and Fair Housing regulations, and assisting with all aspects of leasing, marketing, and administrative operations for the community.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Details: $18-20hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leasing & Marketing

• Greet, qualify, and tour prospective residents, present available units and community amenities.
• Accurately complete all leasing paperwork and assist with lease signings.
• Follow up with prospects through phone, email, and in-person communication to maximize occupancy.
• Maintain accurate records in property management software (e.g., Yardi, RealPage, or Onesite).
• Assist in marketing and outreach efforts to promote the property within the community and local area.

HUD Compliance & Administration

• Ensure all leasing and occupancy activities comply with HUD, LIHTC, and Fair Housing guidelines.
• Assist applicants with completing the HUD rental application and required forms (e.g., 50059, EIV, TIC if applicable).
• Verify and process income, assets, and household composition for eligibility and recertification.
• Maintain resident files in accordance with HUD standards for audits and MOR (Management & Occupancy Review) readiness.
• Support annual and interim recertifications, rent adjustments, and income verifications.
• Monitor compliance reports and communicate with management regarding any discrepancies or potential findings.

Resident Relations

• Provide responsive and professional customer service to residents regarding maintenance requests, rent payments, and lease questions.
• Assist with resident communication, notices, newsletters, and community activities.
• Help resolve resident concerns and report significant issues to the Property Manager promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling resident information.

Operations & Reporting

• Collect and process rent payments and other income in accordance with HUD and company policy.
• Maintain accurate records of leasing activity, occupancy, renewals, and traffic reports.
• Conduct move-in/move-out inspections as needed.
• Collect and process rent payments and other income in accordance with HUD and company policy.
• Maintain accurate records of leasing activity, occupancy, renewals, and traffic reports.
• Conduct move-in/move-out inspections as needed.