Title Agent

Overview TRC is seeking a Sr. Title Agent in Georgia. 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, and documentation. He/she is very knowledgeable about property valuation, survey drawings and alignment 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. Employee is expected to use good judgment when lifting or moving office supplies and/or furniture and to seek assistance or wear back support appliances when appropriate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus in use of computer monitor and other manual, task-related functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, controls. Reach with hands and arms, hear and talk. The employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch. Department/Location Specific Requirements and Comments 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-lightened, 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 Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and company match. Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 7 to 25 days per year). All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 7 paid holidays per year. TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence. These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees. Compensation Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors. Other Compensation Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus program which is contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators which vary by year and employee. Disclaimers TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Salary Range USD $75,400.00 - USD $83,200.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr