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TRC Companies, Inc.
Senior Title Agent
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A Title Examiner researches and compiles information related to titles, primarily as needed for real estate transactions. Searches records, examines titles, summarizes legal or insurance documents. Conducts research for law firms, real estate firms, or title insurance companies.
$54,837 / year median in Iowa
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description About Us TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP's 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications. Overview TRC is seeking a Sr. Title Agent to work on site in Cedar Rapids, IA. The Title Agent, under the direction of the Lead Agent or ROW Supervisor, possesses an excellent working knowledge of all right of way disciplines, title, permitting, acquisition, documentation. He/she is very knowledgeable about property valuation, survey drawings and alignments sheets. Responsibilities Assist ROW Supervisor in providing guidance to ROW Agents. Secure permission to enter properties from landowners and tenants. While maintaining the ROW price policy, negotiate for ROW options, easements, fee interest, and curative documents as directed by the ROW Supervisor or as required by project documents and the acquisition policy. Assist in the development of a construction line from the conditions and/or restrictions placed on the ROW by the landowner and/or tenant. Maintain a detailed diary containing the facts of each contact for every property owner and tenant on a project and prepare a detailed weekly activity report. Maintain a detailed log of all payments. Negotiate Damage Settlements as required. Support all construction activities as required. Document all ROW activities as required. Adhere to project Safety Plan. Qualifications Associate's degree preferred or relevant experience Experience as a title agent or a related title position. Must have experience researching land ownership. Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including spreadsheet and word processing. Requires specialized knowledge in the methods and techniques for title research activities. Must possess competent knowledge and skills in land description and terminology, surface and sub-surface rights, document analysis, and cure any defects on the title. Identify and solve business, technical and administrative related problems. Must be able to work alone, make decisions and use judgment while researching county records and performing other related activities. Practical experience in the application, modification and adaptation of standards, techniques and procedures. Advanced knowledge to plot metes and bounds descriptions and the ability to convert a variety of land measurement values. Physical, Environmental, and Mental Requirements
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
- Any other task that may be required during the performance of duties
- Ability to travel as dictated by job requirements
- This job will require the majority of work to be performed in a well-lighted, temperature-controlled office setting. Most activities require work to be performed at field locations, governmental agencies, corporate entities, and client offices. There are frequent interruptions during the workday for impromptu meetings. Benefits
- : TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of: Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
- These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary).