Real Property Analyst Register of Deeds

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

2d•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/GED equivalent is required
At least one (1) year of experience working as a Real Estate title searcher, or in an assessor, mortgage, banking, or archive office.
Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
Ability to push/pull/lift/carry up to 30lbs on a frequent basis

Nice To Haves

Experience and knowledge of mapping and interpreting land descriptions.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Considerable real estate knowledge with a focus on related Wisconsin Statutes is needed. Must have or be able to obtain comprehensive knowledge of the real estate archive and local history. Incumbent must have the aptitude to learn how to use, maintain and administer a multi-format, multi-media historical archives. Knowledge of office practices, principles, methods and procedures; knowledge of spelling, grammar and punctuation; knowledge and proficiency in the use of a personal computer; written and oral communication skills; organizational skills; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to maintain records, files and store items numerically, alphabetically or by classification; ability to perform data entry into a computer system; ability to perform basic math computations; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others.

Responsibilities

Interpret legal descriptions and verify if the information accurately describes property being conveyed. Interpret questionable conveyances and determine whether the document contains the adequate information to convey property to alter Assessor's tax roll record.
In accordance with Wisconsin State Statues create taxing descriptions for recorded land divisions and new developments which consist of Subdivision, Condominiums, Certified Survey Maps, Resolutions and Street vacations in accordance with Wisconsin State Statues.
Assist the public, Municipal Assessor, Real Estate professionals and various government agencies using the various historical information to resolve boundary discrepancies and other real estate problems such as ownership questions.
Ensure County GIS maps accurately contain updates to properly reflect parcel boundaries, streets, parks, and public HWY data which is published and accessible online.
Notify and advise attorneys, surveyors, title companies, municipal officials, and taxpayers regarding errors in recorded documents to resolve and correct chain of title, legal descriptions, and illegal land divisions.
Perform minor drafting procedures to Plat books which may consist of parcel number changes, mapping and drawing of new subdivision, certified survey maps, and land splits or divisions.
Compile a list of real estate description and parcel number changes for each municipality for their yearly tax assessment roles.
Determine if information accurately describes property conveyed. Identify discrepancies, research documents, and notify attorneys, title companies, and legal professionals of inconsistency, verbally and through written letters. Process parcel divisions, combinations, Condo Plats, Subdivision Plats per Chapter 703 & 236.45 of Wisconsin State Stats. Assign new parcel numbers, update maps and supply updated data to GIS mapping personnel.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.