Houston, TX *****
Phone 206-***-****
E-mail ************@*****.***
Jacqueline Walker
Objective/Summary
Experienced Resident Service Manager with proven ability to turn around
under-performing property to create a more inviting atmosphere for the
residents. I need to be in a line of work where I am able to meet and work
with a diverse group of people. I would like to be in a professional and
upscale environment where I will continue to learn and grow within
Riverstone Residential Group to utilize my Management skills.
Core Qualifications
Big-picture focus on company goals
3 years management experience
Experienced in employee hiring and scheduling
Word, Outlook, Power Point, Rent Roll, Excel, Yardi, Onsite
Awarded in 2008 for receiving 100% physical and phone shop during
employment with Riverstone Residential Group
Awarded in 2006 for Competitive Edge and Winning Edge during my
employment with Fair Field Residential.
Experience
02/02/2012- 06/30/2012 On The Park Apartments
Madrona Ridge LLC
Leasing/Marketing Manager
Ballard, WA
Generates and handles traffic, qualifies prospective residents, leases
apartments, prepares leases and completes move-in paperwork. Ensures leased
units are in move-in condition. Orients prospective and current residents
to the property. Processes renewal paperwork and ensures documentation is
delivered to current residents on a monthly basis, Creates and maintains
confidential resident files, which includes reviewing move-in paperwork
with new residents. In charge of all planning of resident activities in
order to create resident retention. Complies with all company National
Standards, applicable health and safety rules and regulations as well as
applicable local, state and federal laws.
01/13/2011- 12/18/2011 Emerald Heights Apartments
Riverstone Residential
Resident Service Manager
Renton, WA
Experienced Resident Service Manager of 642 unit property in the heart of
Renton. Developed and rolled out new policies and a Resident Service Center
for current residents. Trained, coached and mentored Resident Service
Coordinator to ensure smooth adoption of new program. Manages Resident
Service Coordinator and ensure that proper training is completed. Responds
to all resident complaints, suggestions and concerns. Responsible for
managing/responding to all negative reviews on apartmentratings.com and
increasing the property's rating by double in a 10 month time frame. Direct
point of contact for anything regarding lease renewal expirations,
averaging 40-50 monthly lease expirations per month and averaging a 50%
renewal ratio. Coordinates and in charge of all resident functions and
activities, such as Movie Night, Back to School Carnival, Summer BBQ,
Monthly Resident Breakfast, Holiday parties and Free Summer Lunch Program
to ensure that children are getting 3 balances meals a week during the
summer 6/25/11 - 08/19/11. Orients residents to the property. Provides
additional amenities to residents, such as, WiFi access, internet access,
concierge services, package acceptance, and clubhouse rentals. Place warm
calls to residents to ensure that work orders are complete to resident's
satisfaction. Participates in weekly conference calls with owners regarding
renewals. Inspect grounds and buildings for property violations. Order move-
in packets and walk away gifts. Cleaning responsibilities include sweeping,
mopping, wiping down of windows, vacuuming, disposing of garbage, and
maintaining restrooms throughout the day.
08/08 - 12/11 Indy Way
Suave House
Administrative Assistant
Houston, TX
Answer, screen and transfer inbound calls. Receive and direct
visitors/clients. Perform general clerical duties including, photocopying,
fax and mailing. Maintain electronic and hard copy filing systems. Schedule
and coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for manager
and maintain office inventories.
08/2007- 07/2008 One Thousand 8th/Edgewood Park
Riverstone Residential
Leasing Manager
Seattle/ Bellevue, WA
Responsibilities include: Manage Leasing staff. Ensures that leasing staff
has proper training. Ensures that leasing staff meets weekly quotas,
maintains lease paperwork, and has units ready for move-in. Adhere to all
resident retention activities. Prepares weekly marketing plan and
delegate's projects to leasing staff. Ensures that leasing staff process
and complete work orders into Yardi systems and that follow up calls are
made to ensure that residents are satisfied.
02/06 - 08/07 Old Farm Apartment Homes
Riverstone Residential
Resident Service Coordinator/Accounts Payable
Houston, TX
Responsibilities include: Coordinates all resident functions and
activities. Process all property invoices and electric bills weekly into
yardi and submit to corporate. Orients residents to the property, as well
as assists with utility set up. Provides additional amenities to residents,
such as Movie Night and Package Concierge Service. Process work orders for
maintenance and ensures they are completed timely and accurately, and
contact the resident to determine if they are satisfied. Inspect grounds
and building of our 730-unit property for violations and to ensure safety.
Prepare Move-In packages for new residents. Replenish refreshments and
supplies for office. Prepare incident reports pertaining specifically to
resident issues, in accordance with National Standards. Participate in
Company - provided training such as Fair Housing, safety, non -
discrimination, and harassment prevention. Supports office staff by
providing clerical support, such as answering phone calls, filing, and
maintaining weekly Maintenance report to verify resident request are being
completed. Handles resident issues, including neighbor disputes,
maintenance repairs, and resident request.
04/06 - 12/06 Foxboro Apartments
Alliance Residential
Leasing Consultant/Assistant
Houston,
TX
Responsibilities included: Receiving and schedule work orders. Collecting
and posting all payments and recording daily activity through one-site.
Assisted in managing and maintaining 220 unit apartment homes with average
monthly revenue of $125,000.00. Adhere to resident retention activities and
weekly marketing schedules. Taking prospective residents on property tours
daily and recording daily phone traffic.
08/05 - 03/06
Fair Field Residential
Leasing Consultant
Atlanta, GA
Responsibilities included: Attract residents to the property and retain
existing residents. Respond to telephone prospects providing information
to them about the property and set up appointments for the prospects to
tour the facilities, available units, and models, etc. Adhere to marketing
/ sales strategies and tactics to produce results. Set up and maintain
resident information files. Provide general administrative assistance.
Begin the qualifying process for applications, which include;
verifications of income, employment, rental history, and rental references.
Respond and resolve resident concerns of 192 units and complaints.
Prepare and coordinate special event and activities for residents. Also,
work with Yardi programs.
01/05 - 08/05
First Communities
Leasing Consultant
Atlanta, GA
Responsibilities included: Answer telephone calls, internet inquires, or in
- person request from prospects with the purpose of leasing an apartment
home. Respond to and/or follow - up actions (s) for every prospect. Tours
the property visually inspecting common areas; amenities, and vacant
apartments to ensure cleanliness and professional presentation; show
apartment community to guest / prospects; answer questions about amenities,
apartment homes, and the local community.
Education
1995-2000 Renton High School High School Diploma
Renton, WA
2000-2002 Morris Brown College Business Courses
Atlanta, GA
2002-2004 AIU University Fashion Marketing
Atlanta, GA
2010 AI Miami University Fashion/Marketing
Miami, FL
References
references and recommendations available upon request