Description

The Title Officer/Reader will interact with clients, and understand client needs, and become an integral part of the team. They will analyze public records in order to prepare a report of the current condition of title and determine requirements in order to deliver ‘clear’ title to our clients. The Title Officer/Reader will also complete endorsements, conduct survey readings, maintain a working knowledge of all open files, and conduct appropriate follow up with all parties to the transaction.

Requirements

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

5 years title/related real estate experience
Significant commercial title experience a must
Must be flexible with hours due to the nature of the business
Detail oriented professional, with ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Take charge attitude, high ownership personality, and team oriented, highly self-motivated, confident, and hardworking, with ability to manage time and workload efficiently
Plan, organize and manage workflow, meet timely deadlines, and think critically and analytically to solve problems
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong customer service skills
Proficient ability to use technology and analytical tools
Knowledge of recording documents with ACRIS a plus
Knowledge of TrackerPro a plus

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Examine title to determine condition of property title for residential and commercial properties
Examine abstracts of titles, leases, contracts, and other documents to determine any and all issues in connection with title insurance commitments and reports
Examine mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, maps, contracts, and agreements to verify ownership, property description, restrictions, encumbrances to title, statutes and case law, and prepare report outlining issues and actions required to clear title including title endorsements
Review closing documents (deed, mortgage, POA, affidavits, clearance materials, etc.) to ensure accuracy, recordable form and compliance for title clearance
Read and review surveys, raise exceptions accordingly and draft metes and bounds / land descriptions
Interact with interested parties, including independent examiners, attorneys, surveyors and counsel, to resolve problems and impart information