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Position Summary :
Under the supervision of the Chief Deputy Register of Deeds, this position is responsible for receiving, examining, indexing, entering, filing and / or recording documents pertaining to the ownership and location of real property in Livingston County. The Deputy Register of Deeds answers telephone calls and provides information on documents that have been recorded, fee schedules, and other information related to recording property. Performs a variety of other tasks related to the filing, maintaining, and processing of documents for the Register of Deeds Office.
Benefits :
- Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution
- Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision
- Optional HSA with an employer match
- Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
- Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance
- Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays. Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement
- & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment .
- Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies
- Employee assistance program
- Pro-rated based on DOH
Pay Rate Information :
The Deputy Register of Deeds position is a non-union position and starting pay is $22.09 / hr . This position is eligible for step pay increases within our Non-Union Grade 4 Wage Scale. Top end of the current wage scale for this position is $27.98 / hr .
Essential Job Functions :
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Receives documents such as deeds, mortgages, land contracts, leases and security agreements that convey or encumber title to real estate or personal property.Examines documents for conformance to legal requirements and authenticity. Places proper timing information, numbering sequences, and official signature and seal on each document and inputs data into the system as required.Scans documents and archive documents into the system. Compares data on the computer with the original recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, and liens for accuracy. Proofreads documents.Ensures that recording fees are correct, collects fees, inputs amount into the computer, and issues receipt.Returns instruments not meeting recording requirements to owners, mortgage companies, and other recording parties with an explanation of document deficiencies. Logs in, scans and indexes rejected documents.Mails recorded documents to owners, mortgage companies, and other recording parties following verification of data entry and microfilming.Provides customer service in person and over the phone by providing information on documents that have been recorded, fee schedules, and other information related to recording property. Conducts file and computer searches. May refer the more complex matters to the Chief Deputy Register of Deeds.Researches information on property, checks on the status of deeds, determines grantor-grantee, mortgagor-mortgagee, survey, and other information, and answers questions related to departmental operations. Assists the general public and companies to determine accurate land ownership of property. Instructs the public on how to search records.Performs basic office duties, such as copying, filing, faxing, typing standard documents, preparing, sorting, distributing mail, and entering data.Performs other duties as directed.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications :
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Requirements include the following :
High school diploma or GED and two years of progressively more responsible experience in administrative support, preferably in the field of real estate.The County, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.Valid Michigan driver's license.Knowledge of the principles and practices of general office procedures and local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing the operations of the Register of Deeds Office.Knowledge and skill in reviewing documents for accuracy, maintaining accurate records in both electronic and non-electronic formats, and researching information related to property ownership, deeds, and surveying.Skill in assembling and analyzing data and accurate reports.Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing.Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, contractors to the County, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public.Ability to assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations.Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications and the County's records management and financial system software; and the ability to access GIS / mapping documents.Skill in the use of document imaging software and microfilm / microfiche equipment.Physical Demands and Work Environment :
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate in person and by telephone, read regular and small print, view, and produce written and electronic documents, and enter data on a computer keyboard with repetitive keystrokes. The employee must be mobile in an office setting, stand, sit, stoop, and kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift or push / pull objects of up to 15 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be made, as needed, for office employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.
The typical work environment of this job is a business office setting where the noise level is quiet and sometimes moderate.