Utilities Right of Way Title Agent - Fort Wayne, IN - O.R. Colan Associates : Job Details

Job TypeFull-time HourlyExemption TypeNon-ExemptLocationIN US (Primary)CategoryIndustry ProfessionalTravelRoad WarriorJob DescriptionORC is seeking a full time, non-exempt Right of Way Title Agent to work on projects based out of Michigan and Indiana. The selected candidate must reside in northern Indiana or southern Michigan and can expect to travel throughout Michigan and Indiana over 50% of the time. Travel may extend to other states.The Right Work. The Right People. The Right Culture.Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation-shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job-we offer purpose, stability, and growth. Join a team that values collaboration, respects your work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact!What you will be doing:As a Title Agent, you will be responsible for searching real estate records, both online and in county courthouses. The selected candidate will pull deeds, patents, mortgages, contracts, easements, tax cards, plats, and other instruments required to complete the client's needs.The Title Researcher will compile information into client software and online database while ensuring accuracy of title information. Title Researcher will be expected to collaborate with land agents to review and provide all necessary research.We are looking for someone who:Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.Has a responsible and organized approach to work.Is a problem solver with attention to detail.Has a sense of urgency.Is comfortable using a variety of different technologies in order to research and complete title work.What we are offering:Generous base payHealth, dental, and vision benefits401K and disability coveragePTO, sick time, and holidaysTuition reimbursement and professional trainingCalm Membership to support wellnessRecognition programs, growth opportunities, and a family-friendly atmosphereStable and steady workHere are the minimum requirements:Minimum of (1) one yearof experience pulling title and title historyMust have experience:Analyzing titles and title reportsVerifying property ownerships, mortgages, liens, and/or judgments against properties anddetermining if restrictions, such as delinquent taxes, will affect titles and limit property useIdentifying key information about parcels and communicating such effectively to property ownersProficient reading deeds, legal descriptions, plats, easements, searching parcel data, and producing a chain of titleAbility to read and understand real estate terminologyAbility to ascertain types of title evidence required to obtain descriptions of properties and names involvedMust be proficient with MS Office Suite specifically Excel and Word, Dropbox or equivalentMust have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systemsValid Driver's LicenseBonus Points if you have Right of Way industry experience!Relocation will not be provided.ORC is one of America's most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services not only include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, but also electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure. We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects.Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high amounts of computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. This is a largely sedentary role; however, the employee occasionally is required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This employee is required to occasionally travel to government buildings which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations.Voted IRWA Employer of the Year #2018Ranked #663 and #1191 on the Inc. 5000 - Fastest Growing Private Companies for two Consecutive Years#J-18808-Ljbffr