Sr. Title Agent - Llano County, Texas

About Us

Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.

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.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve.

We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure.

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.

Responsibilities

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.

This position is responsible for the real estate research of Company and public records to determine ownership of property or prior rights, review and interpretation of engineering drawings and site plans;

review of legal descriptions; preparation of easement documents; review, tracking and processing of easement documents to comply with corporate policy and state law.

This position will work in support and collaboration with Land Representatives and Research Specialist.

Research public and Company resources to determine ownership and condition of title or to locate existing easements.

Utilize working knowledge of real estate law along with engineering knowledge in applying solutions to company acquisition projects.

Essential Duties and 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

Education :

Associates Degree preferred or relevant experience

Professional Experience :

Skills Technical :

• 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-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.

EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled

Disclaimers

TRC is an equal opportunity employer : disability / veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation : In accordance with local law, the salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition.

Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status.