JOB SUMMARY:
The Title officer is responsible reviewing attorney opinions on all abstracts and reviewing or preparing the title commitment based on the opinion given. Review or prepare all documents required to cure related title issues described in the opinion. After the closing the title officer will review compliance of the title requirements as described in the commitment and when all are meet, issue final title policy. The title officer will work closely with the closing department to aid in curing any outstanding title issues, as well as providing support and guidance as needed.

TITLE OFFICER JOB ROLES:

• Prepare or review title commitments based on Attorney opinion.
• Prepare or review all required instruments for closing, and ensure accuracy of spelling, legal
• names, and legal addresses as they relate to each transaction.
• Collaborate with abstract department, customers and escrow officers to resolve title issues such as legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, all tax liens, abstracts of judgments, bankruptcies, boundary disputes, encroachments, list pendants, etc.
• Ensure all payoffs and releases were completed
• Ensure all endorsements are provided as requested by lenders or buyers.
• Remit all payments to underwriters within required time frame as outlined by our agreement.
• Send all final title policies to lenders and owners, promptly and without delay.
• Balance and reconcile all remittances with underwriters.
• Post Closings- Review all final closing instruments that will be filed of record to ensure filings occur in proper order.
• When needed, delegate work to and manage work of escrow assistants in the real estate transaction process
• Manage and develop client relationships to ensure future real estate closing transactions
• Market new business and make calls on current and prospective clients
• Correspond with lenders, builders, real estate agents and attorneys as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager

TITLE OFFICER ROLE SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the escrow/title industry field.
• Formerly in an Escrow Processor role or related experience.
• Good client relations and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Detail-oriented and professional; able to handle confidential information.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to deal with multiple types of roles such as real estate sellers, buyers, agents and brokers.
• Notary public or be bondable.

TITLE OFFICER EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of a High School diploma or GED required.
• Licensed in title insurance pre-state requirements or currently applying to be licensed, applicable for your state.
• Pay will depend upon experience

At Modern Abstract and Title, we opened our first office in Bryan County, Oklahoma in January 2018 with a small group of experienced professionals driven to transform the title industry. From day one, we’ve been guided by a deep commitment to service, continuous learning, and integrity. Thanks to our team's dedication and shared mission, we've grown steadily—attracting like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Now, as we continue to expand, we're looking for team members who are excited to grow with us and help shape the future of title services.

Equal Employment and Nondiscrimination
At Modern, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities can reach their goals and connect with each other. Modern takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are recruited and employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, history of disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex/gender. Some state or local laws also specifically prohibit discrimination based on additional classifications, which may include ancestry, citizenship status, political affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status and/or parental status.