Examiner Job Description

What You Can Expect In This Role:
Our examiner is responsible for the day-to-day examination of title files. S/He reviews compiled information pertaining to the subject property and then utilizes codes to properly identify each item to be disclosed on the preliminary report.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Coordinates title plant operations with the title department, customer service, and outside services, as needed
• Review recorded deeds, mortgages and other documents affecting title to real property
• Maintains records of information gathered related to properties
• Reports research findings to appropriate personnel
• Conduct daily searches of recorded documents at the Register of Deeds
• Assist with uploading and transferring of electronic documents
• Performs any other duties delegated by management
• Adheres to company policies and guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE
Experience in the land title industry is preferred.

EDUCATION
A high school diploma is required. Some college preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, INSURANCE
No certifications, licenses, or insurance are required.
 Become a licensed Abstracter within 1-3 years of employment

SKILLS
o Adaptable: adapts to new, different, or changing requirements
o Attentive to details
o Critical thinking: uses logical thought processes to analyze and draw conclusions
o Communication: maintains open lines of communication with others
o Customer focused: is pleasant, courteous, and professional when dealing with internal and external customers or clients
o Dependable and reliable: displays responsible behaviors at work
o Initiative: demonstrates a willingness to work and seeks out new work challenges
o Planning and organizing: plans and prioritizes work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks
o Professional: maintains a professional demeanor at work
o Respectful: works effectively with those who have diverse backgrounds
o Team player: works effectively with others
o Technology: uses information technology and related applications to convey and retrieve information; demonstrates strong computer/typing skills in Microsoft Office, email programs, accounting software, and internet browsers
o Telephone skills, including a pleasant phone voice and etiquette
o Writing: uses standard English to clearly communicate thoughts, ideas, and information in written form

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (including physical requirements)
This position requires repetitive use of a keyboard, bending, sitting, squatting, and simple grasping. Minimal travel within the City of Brookings is required daily.

BENEFITS
 Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, company paid Retirement, PTO and Holiday Pay
 No weekend or evening hours
Salary Range Information:
$40,000-$45,000/year. Starting salary is dependent on candidate qualifications and experience. For a narrower salary range please inquire.