Job Summary:

The Title Examiner position searches and analyzes public records in order to find, examine and evaluate documents to determine mineral and property ownership.

Job Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate, detailed reports summarizing research results.
• Prepare, examine, research and complete certified abstracts.
• Use courthouse computer systems to examine property and tax assessment records for compilation of information about a specific property.
• Copy or summarize recorded documents, such as leases, right of ways, and judgments affecting specific property.
• Examine liens, judgments, leases, plat books, maps, contracts, and agreements to verify legal description, ownership, and restrictions.
• Create and review run sheets, deed plots, and flowcharts for abstracts and title opinions.
• Prepare detailed Ownership Reports.
• Research and abstract oil and gas leasehold interest ownership.
• Submit reports and results from researching liens, mortgages, right of ways, easements, back taxes, mineral, coal, oil and gas ownership, and verification of current surface ownership.
• Provide quality research and reports based on client needs and criteria.
• Complete work in courthouses throughout the United States.
• Uphold Western Land Services’ Core values in all aspects of work.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; some college is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret maps.
• Ability to interpret complex documents to obtain and understand legal property descriptions.
• Basic familiarity with standard Microsoft Office Software including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to create and use spreadsheets including multiple worksheets and intermediate functions such as totaling columns, changing formats, and entering/using basic formulas.
• Ability to type using a computer keyboard to enter information rapidly, accurately, and proficiently.
• Some positions may require lengthy travel and overnight commitments to complete projects.
• Ability to retrieve deed and plat books up to 15lbs on low and high shelves.
• Must possess and retain valid driver's license, and reliable transportation to use for travel assignments.