Title Research Specialist - Marietta, GA

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SUM M A R Y:

The Title Research Specialist works in the easement procurement process related to distribution or transmission right of ways supporting the Right of Way Specialist and other team members to identify the owners of land parcels, existing easements and recordation’s. This position is also responsible for recording executed easements and providing information for the quit claim process. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Notary Public seal for the States in which services are rendered.

ESSENTI A L DUTIE S A ND RESPONSIBILITIE S :

 Performs legal title examination, survey, or legal description writings.

45%

 Tracking and processing of easement documents to comply with state law; supporting the processing and transmittal of easement packages to GIS.
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9%

 Using working knowledge of real estate law along with engineering knowledge in applying solutions to acquisition projects.
3%

 The review and interpretation of engineering drawings, site plans and legal descriptions in connection with the preparation of legal documents; and the review, tracking and processing of easement documents.

5%

 Lead and maintain the document control and retention process for easement acquisition process.

12%

 Acquires permits for the use of federal lands, coordinating compliance with all environmental requirements.

2%

 Obtains appraisal and preliminary title reports prepared by independent appraisers and title companies to determine present and future value of property affected by proposed facilities; makes recommendations regarding appraised value for purchase or acquisition of easements and fee title.

5%

 Conducts negotiations with property owners for the acquisition of rights of way, easements, construction easements, facilities and appurtenances; prepares and reviews legal descriptions, easement documents, deeds and other documents associated with property acquisition or sale; prepares agenda items for Board approval of land purchases, sales and right of way acquisitions.

9%

 Assists with the condemnation process where necessary; prepares legal documents for inclusion in condemnation packages submitted to court; attend settlement conferences to convey settlement offers.

4%

 Conducts or directs the recordation of legal documents for property purchase or sale and easement acquisitions; prepares and maintains records of property purchase or sale and acquisition easements for right of way.

3%

 Assists in preparing reports for weekly construction project status meetings and reports on the status of right of way acquisition.

3%

 Perform otherduties as assigned by management.

CO M PLEXITY OF WORK:

Moderately routine: general policies applied. Some decision making.

RE L A T IONSHI P OUTSID E WOR K GROU P :

Influences decisions of moderate nature requiring high degree of tact.
  

QU A LIFIC A TIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential du t y satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function s.

REGU L A R A T TEND A NC E is required.

EDU C A T ION and/or EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION:

Required: High school degree or GED.

Preferred: A Bachelor’s degree fro m a fou r -year college or University in Business Administration or related field of study.

EXPERIENCE:

1-3 Year(s) Experience in title research or real estate related paralegal field.

CERTIFIC A T I ONS , LICENSES , REGISTR A TIONS:

Public Notary is required. Real Estate license preferred.

O N - TH E -JO B TR A INING :

Employees new to the position will be required to gain full working knowledge of the systems and processes used in the full performance of the job which may include attending seminars, on the job with other incumbents to the role or corporate workshops.

L A NGU A G E SKILL S :

A. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.

B. Ability to write reports, Business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

C. Ability to effectively present information in one-on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

M A THE M A T IC A L SKILL S :

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret spread sheets.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

RE A SONIN G A BILITY:

A. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

B. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

OTHE R SKILLS A N D A B ILITIES:

The following skills are required for this job:

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Adobe Acrobat

Ability to deal and work well with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow through on assignments

High energy level with ability to work in fast paced, ambiguous environment

Excellent organizational and planning skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

High commitment to achieving goals and plans

Demonstrated skill in verbal/written communications

Professional appearance maintained at all times

Team oriented

PHYSI C A L DE M ANDS : The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be m et b y an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.