Right of Way Title and Closing Agent

Right Of Way Title And Closing Agent

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We are looking for candidates to fill positions in Chattanooga, TN, and Knoxville, TN, Jackson TN.

Role Responsibilities

In the role of a Title Agent II, we'll count on you to:

• Perform basic principles in reading, writing, retracing and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel; metes and bounds; and subdivision
• Review and identify title defects and curative requirements; bringing these matters to the attention of Project Manager, RES Agent, client, title manager or underwriter, as appropriate
• Preparation of project reports, and review of title document packages
• Maintain accurate records of title research activities to ensure appropriate back-up information exists
• Works closely with and at the direction of team members, including Project Managers, RES Title Agent 3 staff, RES Tech 3 staff and RES Agent 3 staff
• Supports RES Title Agent 3 with development and participates in training junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure
• Recognize when to escalate title issues to RES Agent and Project Manager
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or certification pertaining to right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending, or equivalent experience
• Prequalified or the ability to become prequalified with TDOT within 3 months
• Experience closing acquisition parcels and delivering warrants
• Current Tennessee notary, or ability to obtain notary within 3 months
• A minimum of 3 years completing title research from courthouse records and completing an associated report

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending
• Must have ability to understand real estate documents such as appraisal, environmental, survey, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, court records, assessments, probates and other matters of record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid organizational and planning skills
• Specific industry regulatory knowledge a plus
• Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.