Application Manager

City

Irvine

State

California

Job Location

Irvine - Operations

Position Type

Regular

The Application Manager is primarily responsible for managing all aspects of the application process. They will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies and practices based on the company's needs and motivating, coaching and monitoring the performance of application associates to achieve organizational excellence.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Work in a centralized sales hub and facilitates full cycle application review, approval/denial, and income/identity verification (if applicable).
• Ensure all applications are reviewed daily and applicants are responded to promptly.
• Work directly with applicants to collect and address any outstanding items required for approval.
• Schedule and delegate workload between Application Consultants to ensure work is being completed accurately and timely.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and support to the Application Team to drive achievement of established goals.
• Hold one-on-one meetings with staff.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Funnel lead management and the application process per company standards.
• Exercise discretion as it relates to confidential resident, property, and company information.
• Compliance with company standards as defined in the Human Resources Policy Manual, E-Way, and applicable laws, e.g., Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant, Local Building Codes, OSHA, and EEOC.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• High school diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of property management, call center, and/or sales experience preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience with leadership responsibilities and managing 5+ associates.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and practices.

WHAT THE JOB REQUIRES:

• Work is primarily conducted in an office setting. Requires sitting at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• This role demands availability for five days each week, with the potential for including weekends in the schedule as necessary.
• Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Minimal physical effort in the day-to-day tasks.
• This role does not require any travel; work is primarily conducted at the office.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:​

• Provides formal supervision to associates within single functional or operational area.
• Recommends staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination.
• Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff.
• Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with Essex's values.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines.

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All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more. With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.

Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.

New hires generally start between $73,000.00 - $89,000.00 per year. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

This role is also eligible to participate in Essex’s discretionary Annual Bonus program that is commensurate with the level of the position.