Title Abstractor I at Stewart in Fargo, North Dakota

Job Description:

When you work at Stewart,
you’re part of a global real-estate services company that helps make the dream
of property ownership a reality around the world. Whether we’re providing
residential and commercial title insurance, closing and settlement services or
specialized offerings for the mortgage industry, we deliver comprehensive
service, deep expertise and innovative customer solutions by way of our direct
operations, network of Stewart Trusted Providers™ and family of companies. Join
our team and discover how Stewart Information Services Company (NYSE-STC) impacts
lives for the better. We do more than offer broad-scale real-estate services
and solutions; we provide the security for building communities and dreams.

Stewart. Real partners. Real
possibilities.™ More information can be found at http://www.stewart.com, subscribe to the Stewart blog at http://blog.stewart.com or follow Stewart on Twitter® @stewarttitleco.

Job Summary:
Under direct supervision, abstracts documents on title orders within company guidelines. Performs basic title searches, verifying, reviewing and compiling information including but not limited to tract index information, property surveys and legal descriptions, title orders, customer information, ownership histories, physical address, etc. which involves the return of a set of documents reflecting the history of a property.

Job Roles:
• Abstracts documents on title orders within company guidelines to determine the condition of the title and insurability of the property.
• Performing basic title searches, verifying, reviewing and compiling information including but not limited to geographic information, property surveys and legal descriptions, title orders, customer information, ownership histories, physical address, etc. which involves the return of a set of documents reflecting the history of a property.
• Updates title and judgment searches and ensures timely processing of abstract documents.
• Answers questions and inquiries regarding process, procedures and transactions, as needed.
• Submits details for examination of the title and provide updates to appropriate parties.
• Utilizes various documents, files, websites, and title search software.
• Recommends and advises management on process improvement and impact of change and leads initiatives to improve processes and service/products.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Role Specific Knowledge:
• Computer skills including working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and database software packages, internet applications and/or company specific computer applications.
• General knowledge of practices and procedures of the industry, department or specialized function.
• Attention to detail and maintains confidentiality.
• Good organizational skills, communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work within stringent deadlines and work in team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated illustrates a commitment to customer service.
• Able to respond to inquiries promptly and accurately

Education, Licensure, and Experience:
• Completion of a High School diploma
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in general clerical and administrative support

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Stewart is committed to
ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment
opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you
believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening
or to submit an application, please contact us by calling 1-800-729-1904 Option
4 or by email at careers@stewart.com.