Title Producer/Closer

Barton County Title Company is looking for a highly interactive and personable Title Producer/Closer to join our team! This full-time position offers a tremendous opportunity for growth and career development.

Job summary:

Investigate the status of property titles in preparation for real estate transactions, prepare transaction documentation including contracts and deeds, and facilitate closings. This position must have good analytical and problem-solving ability and have the ability to anticipate problems before they come up. Research and examine real estate records for properties to be acquired or for other purposes to identify encumbrances upon properties such as unpaid taxes, mortgages, easements, judgments, tax liens, and other liens. Determines vested ownership of the property. Prepare Title Reports indicating pertinent information regarding each specific parcel. Manage numerous individual property files on a daily basis starting with the researching of the real estate to the closing of the property itself. Responsible for requesting releases from lenders and ensuring that each parcel has the proper documentation. Close real estate transactions timely and accurately. Perform accurate seller and buyer closings with minimal supervision. Comply with all terms of contract and/or amendments. Verify that all title requirements are cleared. (clear if necessary) Read and follow lender instructions. Prepare all necessary documents for clear transfer of property ownership. Prepare and Balance CD (Closing Disclosures) and/or ALTA settlement statements accurately. Prepare loan and recording packages. Execute all documents with customer, notarize as needed, Coordinate recording of deeds and disbursement of funds to the property owner and lienholders as shown on the settlement statement. Preserve confidential information as required by a legal relationship and environment. Participate in on-going training, attend seminars, conferences and workshops. Maintain knowledge of current title laws and practices. Greet internal/external customers in a pleasant manner and direct their needs. Answer daily incoming calls. Take accurate messages. Sort mail. Other duties/projects upon request. Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement.

Truly Remarkable Service:

• We are looking for a friendly, outgoing, well organized person with a strong work ethic and desire to find solutions to help customers have a truly remarkable experience closing their real estate transactions.
• Must create a positive image of the company through a professional appearance, actions, and conduct to fellow employees and customers.
• Establish a professional working rapport with our clients and any new relationships that are established.

Qualifications:

• Education – High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience is required.
• License of Certification –Missouri Department of Insurance licensing or ability to meet the requirements for Missouri Department of Insurance licensing is required. Subject to required statutory continuing education requirements. Notary Public is required.
• Special Skills – Must have excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers. Requires ability to work independently and/or within a team structure. Must also have ability to recognize the need to expedite matters when necessary. Positive, clear communication skills and strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work in fast-paced organization with willingness to adapt quickly. Should possess good telephone and general computer skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office products is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location