Title Agent

Coates Field Service, Inc. is seeking an experienced Title Agent for work in various counties across the western tier of New York to provide 100 year title research for an electric transmission project spanning the entire state. The successful candidate will be well-versed in digital workflows, online and in-person (at county clerk offices) title research, and have proven experience in surface titles for right-of-way acquisition.


Per Diem is available , local candidates encouraged to apply and remote work is available. Must be willing to travel within New York.


Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Determines from county records the current ownership and legal description of land required for a project
• Searches property records for conveyances, liens, and other instruments
• Plots legal descriptions, including metes and bounds
• Compiles complete abstract of title from patent to current date
• Identifies title defects and reports these to Title Supervisor
• Prepares runsheet of all records compiled showing title to property and effects of liens and encumbrances on titles
• Obtains and reviews title information and checks accuracy of legal descriptions against maps

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of land and right of way easement documentation
• Detailed knowledge of researching courthouse records both online and in county clerk's offices
• Ability to compile and prepare chains of title, make abstracts of title with summaries of all matters and instruments of record
• Analysis of title data and reports
• Interpret deeds, leases, court actions, probates, other documents impacting property ownership
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Project or similar software programs in order to generate a variety of project reports in response to specific and varied queries
• Ability to plot metes and bounds descriptions of property and read a variety of maps (electronic and paper)
• Knowledge of industry software such as: Sandy Knoll Real Estate Deed Drawing/Plotting, Greenbrier Graphics Net Deed Plotter, Google Earth Pro, and other database/document management systems

Who We Are:

Coates has a 75-year history providing comprehensive land acquisition and right of way services to municipalities, utilities, energy providers, and oil and gas companies nationwide. The first firm of its kind, we are widely recognized as a leader in the land and right of way acquisition industry. A national corporation, Coates has the depth of knowledge and the agility to respond to client needs in all 50 states. Coates is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with regional offices located throughout the United States. It is our mission to provide professional, high-quality, cost-efficient land acquisition and right of way services our clients need, when and where they need us.

Coates is committed to rewarding the loyalty of the national team of Coates' Employees. Coates hires the best candidates available for all positions, without regard to the individual's race, religion, or sexual preference or orientation. Coates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Coates offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical/dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, paid time off, company paid holidays, and more!