Abstractor/Title Specialist

Coates Field Service, Inc. is seeking an experienced in-house Abstractor/Title Specialist for work in the Waltham, MA area. The successful candidate will be well-versed in digital workflows, online title searches, and proven experience in surface title for right of way acquisition. *Local candidates preferred.*Overview of Duties:Prepare documentation for real estate transactions (Grant of Easements, Release of Easements, Licenses, Leases)Determines from county records the current ownership and legal description of land required for a projectSearches property records for conveyances, liens, and other instrumentsPlots the legal descriptions, including metes and boundsCompiles complete abstract of title from patent to current dateIdentifies title defects and reports these to Field Right of Way Supervisor or client’s legal counselPrepares final report of all records compiled showing title to property and effects of liens and encumbrances on titlesObtains and reviews title information and checks accuracy of legal descriptions against mapsSpecialized knowledge/education preferred:Knowledge of land and right of way easement documentationTraining conducted by authorized title companyDetailed knowledge of researching public courthouse recordsAbility to compile and prepare chains of title, make abstracts of title with summaries of all matters and instruments of recordAnalysis of title data and reportsInterpret deeds, leases, court actions, probates, other documents impacting property ownershipKnowledge and understanding of the legal standards of title for each state in which the Abstractor/Title Specialist is performing ownership researchProficiency in Microsoft Access, Excel, Word and Project or similar software programs in order to generate a variety of project reports in response to specific and varied queriesAbility to plot metes and bounds descriptions of property and read a variety of maps, electronic, and paperKnowledge of industry software such as: Sandy Knoll Real Estate Deed Drawing/Plotting, Greenbrier Graphics Net Deed Plotter, Google Earth Pro, and other database/document management systemsWho We Are: Coates has a 75-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to municipalities, utilities, energy providers, and oil and gas companies nationwide. The first firm of its kind, we are widely recognized as a leader in the land and right of way acquisition industry. A national corporation, Coates has the depth of knowledge and the agility to respond to client needs in all 50 states. Coates is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with regional offices located throughout the United States. It is our mission to provide professional, high-quality, cost-efficient land acquisition and right of way services our clients need, when and where they need us.Coates is committed to rewarding the loyalty of the national team of Coates’ Employees. Coates hires the best candidates available for all positions, without regard to the individual's race, religion, or sexual preference or orientation. Coates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).Coates offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical/dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, paid time off, company paid holidays, and more!

Salary : $38 - $42