Leasing Agent

Draper and Kramer is a family-owned company with over 130 years of experience providing vertically integrated property and financial services throughout the United States. Specifically, our services include multi-family residential and commercial property management, acquisition, development, debt and equity commercial financing.

We offer opportunities for career advancement, a supportive work environment and competitive benefit packages. We encourage you to learn more about joining the Draper and Kramer team!

The Leasing Agent’s responsibilities may vary slightly based on location; however, strong communication skills and a personable demeanor are key factors to success. The ability to multi-task and be adaptive to changing responsibilities while maintaining a positive attitude is also crucial. This position is located in the West Loop, Chicago.

Schedule

• Tuesday - Friday: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
• Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Complies with local and federal Fair Housing Standards
• Touring prospects and leasing apartments
• Responsible for updating resident databases
• Process applications
• Responds to residents’ inquiries
• Conducts inspections of vacant apartments

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in sales and customer service, previous leasing experience required

• Illinois leasing license or ability to obtain within 120 days from date of hire

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Yardi experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Approachable and friendly demeanor
• Strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work with all levels of employees

Compensation

• Hourly Rate Range for this position: $18.00 - $23.00
• Leasing Commissions
• Up to 8% Annual Property Management Bonus

Benefits

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, LTD, and STD
• PTO 
• Sick Time 
• Company Paid Family Leave Program 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program 
• Commuter Benefits (Chicago Only)

It always has been and continues to be Draper and Kramer’s policy that employees should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, promotion, assignment, training, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment will be made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.