Abstract/Title Clerk II

County of Kent; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Kent is seeking a detail-oriented clerical professional to prepare, process, and record deeds and related documents tied to real property transactions in Kent County, MI.

The role emphasizes accuracy in maintaining accessible records and compliance with state laws. Candidates should have high school graduation or GED with relevant landbase records training, or equivalent experience, and be proficient in common software tools.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED with post-secondary training in landbase records systems or real estate processes and procedures, or two years of experience in the preparation and/or processing of title, mortgage, property tax mapping, or other documents required for the conveyance of real property and/or the administration of property taxes.

Responsibilities

• Process, code, and record data from property-related documents (land contracts, mortgages, liens, tax maps, plats).
• Prepare official copies, index and store records, and retrieve documents as needed.
• Ensure records comply with the Michigan Constitution, Land Division Act, MGPTA, UCC, and MCL.
• Provide guidance and support to other clerical staff in processing of property conveyance documents.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Computer literacy

Education

High school graduation or GED with post-secondary training in landbase records or real estate processes

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual to perform skilled and complex clerical work related to the preparation, processing, and recording of deeds and other documents associated with the sale or transfer of real property. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate and accessible records of real property transactions within Kent County.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, code, and record data from a variety of property-related documents, including land contracts, mortgages, property liens, tax maps, and plat maps.

• Prepare official copies, index and store records, and retrieve both hardcopy and digital documents as needed.

• Ensure records are maintained in compliance with the State of Michigan Constitution, the Land Division Act, the Michigan General Property Tax Act, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the Michigan Compiled Laws.

• Provide guidance and support to other clerical staff in the specialized processing of property conveyance documents.

High school graduation or GED with post‑secondary training in landbase records systems or real estate processes and procedures, or two years of experience in the preparation and/or processing of title, mortgage, property tax mapping, or other documents required for the conveyance of real property and/or the administration of property taxes.

Requires computer literacy, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications software.

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