Job Description

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Job Duties


• Obtains title examination materials from title plants and/or county records.


• Reviews information set out in documents located during searches of records.


• Assembles a chain-of-title that includes deeds, probate or heirship materials, liens that encumber search properties, and involuntary liens against owners.


• Regularly works with, or answers questions for, other parties who enter information from a title examination into the computer system.


• Identifies property owners and lien holders of mortgage and involuntary liens.


• Furnishes a legal description identifying property with reasonable certainty.


• Creates a run sheet that contains a legal description for land assessed under a delinquent account plus names of property owners and all lien holders.


• Saves run sheets and digital copies of examination materials.


• Performs multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining an effective balance of priorities and high productivity.


• Pick up documents and evidence from tax office and other locations.


• Responds promptly to phone calls, emails, and other correspondence.


• Participates in one-on-one sessions with management to give and receive feedback.


• Encourages and mentors other title examiners, interns, and law clerks.


• Participates in Division staff meetings.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


• Familiarity with real estate transactions and how real property is described.


• Knowledge about ownership of, and interests in, real property.


• Understanding of legal documents that convey and encumber real property.


• Strong skills in interpreting wills and heirship information.


• Experience using title plants and courthouse records in the metro Houston area.


• The ability to handle work in a production-oriented environment.


• Typing skills that facilitate the quick entry of information into reports.


• A working understanding of multiple sources of land title information.


• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate and work in a collaborative group.


• Proficiency with technology and legal tools such as Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint.


• Must be self-motivated and able to make decisions independently.


• Ability to comply with the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures and the policies of the County Attorney.


• Occasional ability to work extended hours to accommodate case load demands.


• Ability to solve problems, organize, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.


• Ability to comply with office training requirements.


Education and Experience Requirements:

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in land title examinations or some related area is necessary.

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