Team Fishel, the Best Choice in Utility Engineering, is hiring a Title Agent for our Dumfries, VA office.
The Title Agent researches all available documents and real estate related activities necessary to create a permanent parcel file to support Right of Way acquisition. The agent will also aide in additional research necessary to protect property rights while negotiating favorable terms to various land and Right of Way related agreements secured on behalf of customers, including the acquisition, relinquishment and modification of easements, fee land purchases, franchise and permit rights, encroachments resolutions and settlements of damage claims among other land and Right of Way related negotiations.
Job Duties
Identify land/property ownership from public records and research at the county courthouse
Research, review, and analyze titles; identify defects and outline curative
Research plats, civil plans, subdivision plans and navigate through different GIS maps in order to obtain parcel information for accurate vesting information
Research civil permits necessary for the construction and maintenance of customer facilities
Review, prepare, analyze, and interpret all land and right of way related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, licenses, etc.
Serve as liaison between internal departments, customers, developers, cities, counties, etc., in support of right of way activates
Resolve encroachment, damage claims, landowner complaints and inquiries at a minimal cost to the customer
Requirements
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and/or equivalent industry related Right of Way work experience
Knowledge in all aspects of Right of Way, including project management, acquisition, title, permitting, due diligence, public relations and community outreach. Extensive background in full title searches, curative title and experience in commercial real estate research is preferred
A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid state issued driver's license are mandatory
Position Responsibilities
Produce and review required documentation to secure necessary approvals for the project installation
Work with title, survey, design and construction to coordinate preferred paths and methods of installation for access, construction and maintenance
Read, interpret, and explain project plans
Produce and maintain accurate landowner contact records for parcel files
Enter information into a project management system to track the completion of tasks in support of the project
Competencies, skills, and abilities
Problem solving skills to resolve complex and difficult acquisitions
Excellent speaking and writing skills
Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills along with good judgment
Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a Team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/ attitude with co-workers, customers, vendors, outside contractors, and governmental agencies
Be able to successfully perform multiple tasks and abbreviated deadlines
Starting pay range $25 - $28 / hour dep
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Leave Benefits
- Teammate Assistance Program
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Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!
Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.
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