Title Examiner - Heirship

Job Summary:

The Title Examiner - Heirship position searches and analyzes title reports, title commitments, and public records in order to identify, analyze and help cure defects in title and generally de-risk energy projects. Produce accurate, detailed reports summarizing results and/or recommendations.

Job Responsibilities:

- Analyze title reports and title commitments to identify curative issues.

- Prepare reports and memorandums as necessary to explain curative requirements and recommendations.

- Prepare spreadsheets for tracking progress.

- Examines oil and gas leasehold interests.

- Perform heirship research on deceased owners, preparing reports, affidavits, and supporting documentation as needed.

- Conducts outreach to interest owners and other stakeholders to satisfy curative requirements.

- Accurately prepare curative documents.

- Provide quality research and reports based on client needs and criteria.

- Uphold Western Land Services’ Core values in all aspects of work.

- Other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

- Ability to read and interpret maps.

- Ability to interpret complex documents to obtain and understand legal property descriptions.

- Basic familiarity with standard Microsoft Office Software including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

- Ability to create and use spreadsheets including multiple worksheets and intermediate functions such as totaling columns, changing formats, and entering/using basic formulas.

- Ability to type using a computer keyboard to enter information rapidly, accurately, and proficiently.

- Some positions may require lengthy travel and overnight commitments in order to complete projects.

- Proven to follow complex chains of title in an efficient and accurate manner.

- Reviews title and heirship work for accuracy

- May involve client interaction.

- Read and write in English.

- Communicate verbally with staff members and/or customers.

- Give and/or follow verbal and written instructions.

- Perform mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.

- Retrieve, read and interpret information from technical sources.

Required Education & Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent is required; some college is a plus.

- 5+ years’ experience working in land or title is preferred.