Realtor job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Realtor job summary
Our real estate agency is looking to hire a licensed Realtor with experience in residential real estate. We have a thriving brokerage with a proven track record in building and honing the careers of many highly successful agents. We offer in-house support and a useful continuing education program that helps new hires and existing employees reach their potential. Our agency prides itself on providing exceptional service to our clients, including fast responses to inquiries and highly useful information that helps our clients make informed decisions. We also specialize in assisting our clients with finding potentially profitable rental and investment properties.
Realtor responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Network and prospect to find potential clients and sell them on the benefits of using our agency
- Travel to properties with clients to show off the features of each home and help them compare different properties based on their needs
- Assist clients in developing “wish lists” of features they want in their homes
- Guide clients through the process of staging and preparing their homes for sale
- Negotiate contracts so the terms are as favorable as possible for the client (and while consulting with real estate lawyers when necessary)
- Advise clients on the potential profit margins of investment properties based on comps
- Put together comps for buyers and sellers to consider
- Host open houses for clients who are motivated to sell their homes
Realtor qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Valid real estate license required
- Minimum one year experience in residential real estate sales
- Willingness to participate in continuing education
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
- Detail-oriented nature