Careers

*We prefer in-person training, and will cover traveling expenses.

Title Examiners examine documents and prepare reports describing any title encumbrances encountered.

Responsibilities include:

• Examining mortgage documents, deeds, liens, court cases, taxes and other documents to produce a title commitment
• Read search requests to ascertain types of title evidence required and to obtain descriptions of properties and names of involved parties
• Examine individual titles to determine if restrictions, such as delinquent taxes, will affect titles and limit property use
• Confer with clients, realtors, lending institution personnel, buyers, sellers, contractors, surveyors and/or vendors, laws firms, courthouse personnel to exchange title-related information or to resolve problems
• Preparing initial title commitments/reports
• Frequent communication with closers, processors, vendors and underwriters and/or law firms
• Proficiency drawing out metes and bounds legal descriptions
• The use of computerized systems daily and being skilled in typing
• All other duties as assigned

Required qualifications include:

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
• Work cooperatively and interact professionally with others
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the mortgage industry
• Skill and knowledge of computer search methods
• Ability to prepare accurate, well-typed reports based on findings
• Ability to work independently
• Willing and able to obtain an active Insurance Agent License for Kansas and Missouri
• Able to work in a fast paced environment to meet deadlines
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Working knowledge of title software programs

Continental Title Company is looking to hire an Escrow Administrative Assistant. The Escrow Administrative Assistant works with multiple parties to acquire, analyze and organize all necessary documents required to buy or sell a property.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Obtain secured lien payoffs – as required by company and client policy and standards
  
• Work in conjunction with vendors to ensure the timely production and delivery of various title reports, legal documents and other necessary documentation – as requested by client
  
• Coordinate a date and time for the loan closing between the closing department, closing agent/attorney and the customer
  
• Perform cursory quality control audit of executed closing documents by verifying the correct documents are provided with the correct information (i.e. signature, dates).
• Within required timeframes, deliver all final documents to the correct parties – county, lender and vendor
• Verify that all recording documents have been recorded with the correct county within specified timeframes
• Communicate and coordinate with county to resolve document discrepancies
• Categorize and maintain accurate records of all actions regarding file in the company’s settlement system
• Facilitate communication with all parties involved in transaction

Required qualifications include:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Mortgage industry knowledge preferred
• Two years of administrative experience, preferably in the title insurance industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet
• Excellent phone etiquette with the ability to handle multiple phone lines
• Great communication skills, both oral and written
• High attention to detail
• The ability to multi-task – working on multiple projects at once, establish work priorities and manage time in order to meet deadlines and goals
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision
  

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour

Continental Title Company is looking for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant. The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant is responsible for greeting and assisting customers, as well as order entry.

Responsibilities include:

• Answer, screen and direct incoming calls.
• Meet and greet all customers and guests that enter the building.
• Perform clerical duties to include, but not limited to; data entry, photocopying, faxing, mailing, printing and filing.
• Order supplies and keep track of inventory.
• Set up and clean conference room for customers and guests.
• Ensure the entry is always presentable.
• Pull information from the contracts and enter it on the order entry form.
• Use computerized systems daily.

Required qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year customer service/office experience.
• Solid judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Adhere to strict confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Able to lift 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently.
• Able to maintain regular and reliable attendance, Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.
• Able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Outlook.
• Top notch customer service.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour

Continental Title Company is looking for an Accounting Clerk. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for all aspects of the accounts receivable process and assisting with other accounting functions.

Responsibilities:

• Apply payments from customers
• Invoice law firms
• Daily posting of escrow checks
• Mail out statements
• Follow up on outstanding invoices
• Assist with electronic earnest money payments

Essential Functions:

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
• Work cooperatively and interact professionally with others
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Internet
• Great communication skills, both oral and written
• Good interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail
• Well organized
• The ability to multi-task – working on multiple projects at once, establish work priorities and manage time in order to meet deadlines and goals
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision
• Mortgage and title industry knowledge helpful

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Required to sit and use hands for long periods of time
• Office setting environment
• Noise level and weather exposure is minimal
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds

Supervised by: Chief Financial Officer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 – $21.00 per hour