Title Examiner

Visium Resources, Inc.; Orlando (FL); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Visium Resources is identifying candidates for a Title Examiner position to work onsite in Orlando, FL, for up to two years with a high renewal probability. A hybrid option may be available after training, and direct hire conversion is possible during the contract period.

The Title Examiner will perform advanced title work, conduct in-depth searches, identify and resolve title issues, and coordinate closings, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements throughout the acquisition process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business or Public Administration with 5 years of title research experience.
• Ability to plot and evaluate the accuracy of legal descriptions and chain of title.
• Experience researching information from multiple sources (Public Records, Tax Collector, Clerk of the Court).
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet tools.

Responsabilités

• Perform advanced title examinations and curative title work for County acquisitions.
• Conduct in-depth historical title searches and resolve title issues.
• Review and prepare conveyance documents and coordinate closings.
• Ensure compliance with county and legal requirements throughout the acquisition process.
• Coordinate closings with title companies and attorneys; arrange title insurance for projects.
• Track and manage title projects using the division's tracking system.

Connaissances

Title research

Legal description plotting

Public records research

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business or Public Administration

Outils

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Description du poste

Job Description

Visium Resources has been asked to identify candidates for the following Title Examiner position. The selected candidate will work onsite in Orlando, FL for a duration of up to two years with a high probability of renewal. At management's discretion a hybrid work schedule may be available after the initial training period. There is potential for direct hire conversion during the course of the contract period.

Summary:

The Title Examiner will perform advanced title examination and curative title work in support of County property acquisitions. Responsible for conducting in-depth historical title searches, identifying and resolving title issues, reviewing and preparing legal documents, and coordinating closings. Ensures compliance with County and legal requirements throughout the acquisition process.

General Functions:

• Performs complex technical work in the preparation, review and examination of title searches, legal documents, descriptions and condemnation suits used in the acquisition of all County properties. (Title searches are from Earliest Public Records to Current Date.)
• An incumbent in this position routinely exercises independent judgment in all aspects of the position, including but not limited to approval of title searches, attorney title opinions, commitments, acquisition packages and condemnation suits used in the acquisition of all County properties and ensures all County and legal requirements are met.
• Performs title searches, updates, and examinations; researches Florida Statutes and Fund Title Notes, determines information necessary to clear title and provides explanation of title information to surveyors, acquisition agents, property owners, attorneys, and County management.
• Reviews legal descriptions, sketches, surveys, right-of way maps, and construction plans, and prepares and reviews instruments of conveyance and related documents for proper form, accuracy, appropriateness, and completeness.
• Uses advanced technical and analytical skills to retrieve information to locate owners of property who are not of record or who do not know that they may have any interest in property cited for acquisition.
• Contacts property owners and others having an interest in parcels to be condemned to verify information for service of process and suit filing. - Prepares resolution and condemnation suit packages for filing by the County Attorney.
• Tracks all assigned projects through the Real Estate Management Division's computer program tracking system
• Reviews items submitted for real property and leasehold acquisitions for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate closings with title companies and/or attorneys involving the issuance of title insurance for road projects and all major site purchases for various County divisions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Real Estate, Business or Public Administration or a closely related field and five years of professional experience in title research and examination of real estate for eminent domain acquisitions; or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience.
• Ability to plot and evaluate the accuracy of legal descriptions - should be familiar in working with warranty deeds and chain of title.
• Ability to research and retrieve information from multiple sources, such as from: Public Records, Fund Title Notes, Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Clerk of the Court, Vital Statistics, Court files, County Law Library, Federal Bankruptcy Laws
• Experience with word processing and spreadsheet computer applications.

Company Description

Visium Resources is an award-winning employment firm with a mission to match talented individuals with highly successful organizations. At Visium, our company's success is based on your success. When you work with us, you are never "just a number". You are our most important asset. Here, you will know us by name through our regular visits to client sites and even occasional luncheons. We will always be there when you need assistance and will always go the extra mile to ensure that you are as successful as possible. Whether you're looking for contract, contract-to-hire or permanent opportunities, we firmly believe there is no employment agency that will work harder for you than Visium. Visium Resources is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.