SURVEY TITLE & DOCUMENTS SPECIALIST I - 55012478

State of Florida • FL

87d • $46,320 - $59,944

About The Position

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. As a Survey Title & Documents Specialist I, you will evaluate, review and analyze title search reports, review and compose real property legal descriptions, prepare Parcel Information Sheets, research public records, and perform Quality Assurance Reviews. You will assist your supervisor in providing technical direction to other departments in FDOT.

Requirements

• One year experience in right-of-way administration, abstract and title work, or as a real estate agent.
• Knowledge of Florida Title and Real Estate law, regulations, principles, practices and public records organizations.
• Knowledge of public records recording systems, title transfers, probate requirements, title subordinations, and property documents of conveyance.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective written and verbal communication.
• Skill in operating computers working with Microsoft office software and title search software.
• Skill in prioritizing work and managing projects.
• Skill in analyzing and reviewing advanced legal documents, maps, and other public records.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships, to work effectively as a team member, and effectively interact with the general public.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain organized files, records, and electronic media.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, reviews, and analyzes title search reports for accuracy and compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Assembles right of way packages for delivery to Right of Way Administration, which include marked right of way maps, acquisition documents, title search reports, and transmittal letters.
• Provides technical title and mapping assistance to Title and Documents Technicians.
• Reviews and composes real property legal descriptions for incorporation into instruments of conveyance for required right of way parcels.
• Ensures parent tract properties of take areas are accurately depicted on the right of way map.
• Checks that all easements identified in the title search reports that lie within take areas are properly depicted on the right of way map.
• Prepares Parcel Information Sheets from analysis to title search reports and acquisition take areas.
• Enters parcel number, ownership, and property interest data into the Right of Way Management System (RWMS).
• Research public records to determine parcel ownership and any associated encumbrances for complex parcels.
• Performs Quality Assurance Reviews of submitted title searches for donations and easement exchanges.
• Assists the section supervisor in providing technical direction and guidance to the Offices of Legal, Right of Way, Design, Construction, Maintenance, consultants, and title companies.
• Attends meetings with consultants, Department staff, and other governmental agencies to discuss and resolve title issues on surveying & mapping projects.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees