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Job Summary:
The Title Searcher will locate public and private records to draft a legal description of a property and to compile documents pertaining to property titles and ownership history.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Searches physical and digital records of town, city, and/or county offices to compile a transaction history and ownership details on an assigned property.
- Searches physical and digital records of title insurance and real estate companies to gather information on private transactions.
- Acquires maps or drawings from surveyor/assessors offices or title companies.
- Acquires or compiles legal descriptions of the properties including deeds of ownership, tax records, lot numbers, and descriptions of property boundaries.
- Researches and investigates to identify any restrictions limiting the use of the property.
- Collaborates with realtors, mortgage lenders, insurers, contractors, and public officials to clarify or confirm findings.
- Prepares reports for title commitment, title insurance, and real estate transfers.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to use findings to prepare well-written, accurate reports.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalency required.
- Successful completion of title search training course, OR;
- At least one year of experience with real estate procedures and property record training.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to legally drive to public offices for searches.
- Visual acuity to read records and documents.
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