Title Agent

United States·ShreveportRegular Full Timemid

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Key Responsibilities

Title Research & Examination Conduct 50-year (or more) title searches for surface, mineral, and split-estate properties Review deeds, leases, easements, rights of way, assignments, plats, maps,

Requirements Summary

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in title examination, abstracting, or land research Strong understanding of 50-year title chains, surface/mineral ownership,

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Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Title Agent to support our Southwest Region located in Shreveport, LA.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, 7 years of experience in title examination, abstracting, or land research.

What you’ll be doing:

Title Research & Examination
- Conduct 50-year (or more) title searches for surface, mineral, and split-estate properties
- Review deeds, leases, easements, rights of way, assignments, plats, maps, and all recorded instruments impacting property interests
- Analyze chain of title, identify defects, and verify continuity in ownership
- Determine the status, validity, and priority of energy-related easements
- Confirm legal descriptions, acreage, boundary lines, and parcel splits over multiple decades
- Identify gaps in chains of title
- Locate missing instruments, releases, or probate files affecting ownership
- Prepare accurate title reports, abstracts, run sheets, and ownership summaries
Energy Easement Analysis
- Evaluate existing easements
- Identify expired, abandoned, conflicting, or overlapping easements
- Research and document the original granting documents, amendments, assignments, and releases
- Assess surface use restrictions, ingress/egress rights, and encumbrance impacts on development or construction
- Work with project managers to identify potential risks or conflicts before acquisition or construction
Documentation, Reporting & Compliance
- Maintain detailed research notes, document logs, and title production records
- Ensure all reports meet company standards, client requirements, and regulatory guidelines
- Provide clear, precise summaries of complex title situations
- Meet deadlines on high-volume or multi-tract projects

What you need to have:

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in title examination, abstracting, or land research
Strong understanding of 50-year title chains, surface/mineral ownership, and property law fundamentals
Ability to interpret property descriptions, plat maps, and tract splits
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical ability, and organizational skills
Strong written communication with the ability to provide clear and concise title findings
Proficiency with title software, abstracting tools, and document retrieval systems
Ability to manage multiple tracts or projects independently and efficiently
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

Experience working with energy project titles
Familiarity with courthouse research, digital archives, and GIS mapping

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

Key Benefits:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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