About the Role
Morningstar Properties is seeking a part-time Office Assistant for their Morningstar Storage facility. This role is for a people-person and team player who excels at problem-solving and organization, dedicated to providing superior customer experiences.
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional customer experiences by building strong relationships, responding professionally to inquiries, and supporting customers.
- Support property sales goals by closing sales leads, demonstrating strong phone sales skills, leveraging the technology platform, proficiently following up on all leads, and demonstrating pricing knowledge.
- Demonstrate understanding of property operations, competition, and KPIs to support sound business decisions.
- Execute daily office operations including customer transactions, phone management, lead tracking, documentation, and administrative programs.
- Continually learn property systems, procedures, and best practices through hands-on training, leadership from the Property Manager, and guidance from the broader Morningstar team.
- Support the team in maintaining an industry-leading, great-looking property by assisting with cleanliness standards, curb appeal, and overall site organization.
- Conduct regular property walk throughs and work independently, adapting to new tools and technology.
- Follow policies and procedures and use tools (technology platform, daily checklists, lead-to-lease, delinquency management, etc.) with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Take ownership of responsibilities, seek improvements, and demonstrate accountability without constant supervision.
- Work collaboratively with the Property Manager and team, maintaining a positive attitude, providing coverage when needed, and following instructions/assignments.
- Communicate clearly with teammates to ensure smooth hand-offs and continuity of service.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver's license in the state of employment required for occasional work-related tasks requiring driving.
- Curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with a “can-do” approach.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working independently.
- Pride in contributing to a team focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Proficiency in computer skills required, including Microsoft Office Suite, email, and the ability to navigate multiple systems throughout the workday.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
- Availability for working weekends is required.
- All candidates extended an offer for employment must pass a pre-employment background check.
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, and move freely throughout the property.
- Ability to climb up a ladder and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Skills
- Phone sales skills
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Navigating multiple systems
Location
- Austin, TX 78734
Work Type
- Part Time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- High School diploma or GED
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree (a plus)
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with employer match
- Community involvement through Morningstar Cares program.
- Potential opportunities for advancement may be available based on performance, company needs, and open positions.
About the Company
- At Morningstar Properties, we love what we do, and we hope it shows.
- We’re looking to expand our team of passionate, bright, and driven learners who are dedicated to providing the very best customer experiences in our industry.
- Morningstar has been developing and acquiring state-of-the-art storage and marina facilities since 1981, now with more than 100 storage properties and marinas throughout the US and growing!
- As part of our team, you’ll benefit from training programs for your success, competitive pay, a culture of care for our employees and excellence in customer service, and much more.
- We believe our greatest investments are our people, and we’d love to invest in you.
Equal Opportunity
- Morningstar Properties is an equal opportunity employer.
