Harris County · 1 month ago
Title Examiner - Property Tax Division
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHarris County is seeking a Title Examiner to join the Property Tax Division, which focuses on lawsuits for debt collection and enforcement of laws protecting the county's interests. The Title Examiner will assist attorneys in locating property information and managing title examination materials.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Obtains title examination materials from title plants and/or county records
Reviews information set out in documents located during searches of records
Assembles a chain-of-title that includes deeds, probate or heirship materials, liens that encumber search properties, and involuntary liens against owners
Regularly works with, or answers questions for, other parties who enter information from a title examination into the computer system
Identifies property owners and lien holders of mortgage and involuntary liens
Furnishes a legal description identifying property with reasonable certainty
Creates a run sheet that contains a legal description for land assessed under a delinquent account plus names of property owners and all lien holders
Saves run sheets and digital copies of examination materials
Performs multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining an effective balance of priorities and high productivity
Pick up documents and evidence from tax office and other locations
Responds promptly to phone calls, emails, and other correspondence
Participates in one-on-one sessions with management to give and receive feedback
Encourages and mentors other title examiners, interns, and law clerks
Participates in Division staff meetings
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in land title examinations or some related area is necessary
Familiarity with real estate transactions and how real property is described
Knowledge about ownership of, and interests in, real property
Understanding of legal documents that convey and encumber real property
Strong skills in interpreting wills and heirship information
Experience using title plants and courthouse records in the metro Houston area
The ability to handle work in a production-oriented environment
Typing skills that facilitate the quick entry of information into reports
A working understanding of multiple sources of land title information
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate and work in a collaborative group
Proficiency with technology and legal tools such as Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint
Must be self-motivated and able to make decisions independently
Ability to comply with the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures and the policies of the County Attorney
Occasional ability to work extended hours to accommodate case load demands
Ability to problem solve, organize, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
Ability to comply with office training requirements
Benefits
Attractive paid leave programs
Health benefits
Retirement plans
Accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek
Company
Harris County
Harris County focuses on transportation, public health, housing, justice and safety, the environment, and other issues.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Craig B Atkins, CPA
CFO / Director of Financial Services
Araceli "Chely" Chojnacki
Front Receiving COORDINATOR
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