TITLE CLERK

TITLE CLERK JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY:

The Title clerk is responsible for reviewing attorney opinions on all abstracts and preparing the title commitment for approval by a Title Officer. Prepare all documents required to cure related title issues described in the opinion. After the closing the title clerk will review compliance of the title requirements as described in the commitment and when all are met, prepare the final title policy for review by a Title Officer. The title clerk will work closely with Title Officers and staff to aid in curing any outstanding title issues, as well as providing support as needed.

TITLE CLERK JOB ROLES:

· Prepare title commitments based on Attorney opinion.

· Prepare all required instruments for closing, and ensure accuracy of spelling, legal names, and legal addresses as they relate to each transaction.

· Collaborate with all departments, customers and officers to resolve title issues such as legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, all tax liens, abstracts of judgments, bankruptcies, boundary disputes, encroachments, lis pendens, etc.

· Ensure all endorsements are provided as requested by lenders or buyers.

· Remit all payments to underwriters within the required time frame.

· Send all final title policies to lenders and owners, promptly and without delay.

· Balance and reconcile all remittances with underwriters.

· Post-Closing- Review all final closing instruments that will be filed of record to ensure filings occur in proper order.

· Ensure Post Closing filings have occurred timely, and prior to policy remittance

· Correspond with lenders, builders, real estate agents and attorneys as needed

· Perform other job duties as assigned

TITLE CLERK ROLE SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the escrow/title industry field.

• Time Management and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Operate Title software to input information and render documents

• Ability to read and interpret documents.

• Detail-oriented and professional; able to handle confidential information.

• Strong communication, both verbal and written.

• Ability to deal with multiple types of roles such as real estate sellers, buyers, agents and brokers.

• Notary public or be bondable.

TRULY REMARKABLE SERVICE:

• We are looking for a friendly, outgoing, well-organized person with a strong work ethic and desire to find solutions to help customers have a truly remarkable experience closing their real estate transactions.

· Must create a positive image of the company through a professional appearance, actions, and conduct to fellow employees and customers

TITLE CLERK EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of a High School diploma or GED required.

• Must have professional office experience.

• Applicable experience required.

• Ability to pass Oklahoma Abstractors Exam

BENEFITS:

· Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

· Voluntary term life

· 401-K

· Paid sick days and vacation days

· Paid holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Excels at articulating thoughts and expressing ideas effectively using oral, written and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening for meaning to gain understanding and/or needs.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
• Customer service: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $25