Title Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The primary function of this position is to process vehicle sales. The job includes verifying costs for the accounting department and handling the legal transfer of documents for the Department of Motor Vehicles.

• To process all new and used vehicle sales for registration in the state in which the vehicle will be titled including the preparation of tax documents.
• To submit all legal transfer work to the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD).
• To verify that funds have been collected and the correct lien holder paid off before processing title applications.
• To verify accuracy in the applicable legal documents to ensure that all information is accurate and complete.
• To prepare payoff checks for new vehicles and trade-ins as necessary.
• To prepare transfer documents and enter accounting for dealer transfers.
• To maintain a system to verify out-of-state titles.
• To comply and maintain a complete list of all outstanding title work. Report list to management including a current list of outstanding titles to the controller at the end of each month.
• To prepare transfer documents and enter accounting for used wholesale transactions.
• To maintain records and post purchases of new and used vehicles.
• To process yearly renewal of dealer tags in conjunction with controller.
• To stay abreast of title regulations, by attending seminars held by local licensing bureaus, internet research, and any other training available on title registrations.
• To cross train others to handle title clerk daily responsibilities.
• To answer customer questions accurately and courteously when dealing with title related questions.
• To direct title runner in daily routines.
• To maintain a professional appearance and a neat work area.

Requirements :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.