Real Estate Services Clerk

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

5d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Requirements

Current resident of Wisconsin
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
At least one (1) year of experience in customer service, preferably in a library, archive, bank, real estate or Register of Deeds setting
Basic knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 20lbs as needed.
Must have a current Notary Public Commission or be able to obtain one within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Ability to record, archive, retrieve and publish records of ownership, restrictions, easements, valid liens/encumbrances and repayment of liens.
Unwavering accuracy, as errors negatively impact property owners and industry partners.
Highest level of customer service skill is required.

Responsibilities

Examine recordable instruments with varying requirements for statutory compliance per s59.43.
Maintain chain of title when multiple documents are submitted for recording simultaneously.
Accurately record or reject documents based on established criteria.
Issue written and/or verbal rejection statement for non-conforming documents.
Answer general inquiries via phone, email and mail.
Assist in-person customers with recording or research transactions.
Scan documents, perform data entry functions, process fees and transfer taxes.
Search existing recordings to retrieve requested document copies.
Calculate, verify and enter fees due and balance all transactions daily.
Audit the permanent index and complete back indexing.
Research real estate inquiries using archive dating back to 1835. Archive formats include microfilm, paper records, digital images.
Clearly reproduce records from all formats of retention.
Retrieve and re-file records from on-site and off-site storage.
Notarize standard real estate documents in accordance with statutory requirements.
Maintain notary commission and renew as necessary by taking appropriate exam and completing application.
Maintain appropriate seal/stamp to perform notarial acts.
To perform any and all duties as assigned.