Title Examiner jobs in Oregon

Title Examiner reviews titles and researches public records to determine legal status of title. May require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Title Examiner is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Title Examiner performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. A limited degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Plans Examiner
  • Douglas County (OR)
  • Roseburg, OR FULL_TIME
  • Douglas County - Building 

    Full time position. Includes excellent benefit package, including medical/vision/dental and long-term disability/basic life coverage and County-paid PERS retirement after required waiting periods.  

    Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only).  Availability is subject to center waitlist.  Job Summary:
    This position performs regular to complex duties in examining and approving construction plans and specifications for compliance to appropriate State codes, Oregon Revised Statutes, Oregon Administrative Rules, city and county ordinances related to safety, health, and welfare of the public; determines value of structure and issues appropriate permits; performs building inspection duties when necessary. 

    Essential Functions: 
    This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.    
    • Examine and evaluate building plans and specifications for structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire and life safety, recreational vehicle parks, manufactured home parks and zoning code compliance and accepted engineering practices; approve or disapprove plans.
    • Determine value of structure and necessary permits and fees; coordinate permit issuance with utilities, planning, and sanitary agencies; issue permits.
    • Provide information regarding permits, specialty codes, and compliance procedures to architects, engineers, builders, students, and the public.
    • As needed, inspect and evaluate structures while being constructed, remodeled, or repaired; approve or disapprove work; write correction notices; enforce appropriate state codes.
    • Inspect fire damaged structures; estimate necessary repairs.
    • Document plans examinations/inspections and establish and maintain record keeping.

    SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: 
    This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job. 
    Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:  
    • Plans examiner is a classification requiring certification in one or more code areas of plans examination, e.g., structural, plumbing, mechanical, etc. through State administration testing 
    Experience and training requirements for A-level and one and two family specialty dwelling code certifications are established in ORS 455.715 through .735, and OAR 918-098-0070 through 918-098-0090.

    Desirable Qualifications:
    • Associate's degree in engineering; A-level certification in at least one other code area.
    In addition to the above requirements, applications will receive further evaluation based on thorough knowledge  structural design and engineering principles, practices, and procedures as relate to industrial, commercial, and residential plans and specifications to determine structural soundness; thorough knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes, Oregon Administrative Rules, Oregon building, mechanical, and plumbing codes, city and county ordinances and zoning regulations that govern building, mechanical, and plumbing construction and manufactured home inspection methods. Skill and Ability to: Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications; conduct plans examination/inspections, document findings, determine corrective actions, and implement compliance according to appropriate building codes; perform mathematical computations related to construction estimating. Ability to: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; establish and maintain records and reports; make decisions independently in accordance with established rules and regulations and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; courteously meet and deal effectively with employees, builders, architects, engineers, federal, state and city agencies, committees, utility companies and the public.

    Required

    • At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon drivers license 
    • Regular and consistent attendance  
    Position requires driving.  Finalist will be required to provide a driving history that meets the Douglas County Driver Policy as part of contingent offer of employment    While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check as part of a contingent offer of employment.

    To determine if physically qualified to perform the essential functions, employment offer is conditional upon satisfactory results of a post-offer medical exam conducted at county expense.

    Driving Record: A current copy of your Court Print Driving Record must be attached to your application in order to be considered for this position.  A Court Print Driving Record is obtained from the DMV and may take 5 - 7 days for delivery, longer for out-of-state.   An unacceptable driving record for employment is defined in the Douglas County Driver Policy Standard Operation of Vehicles #5.

    To learn more about this position, please review the position classification.

    Questions?  Contact Human Resources by e-mail at hr@co.douglas.or.us or ph: (541) 440-4405

    Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
    Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity
    If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.  
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Escrow Assistant
  • Ticor Title Company
  • Salem, OR FULL_TIME
  • Escrow Assistant Looking for high level escrow assistants to join our team. We have positions available in Salem, Silverton and Albany. Prior experience is preferred. Duties: Duties include, but are n...
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RETAIL STORE ASSISTANT MANAGER
  • Title Nine Sports Inc
  • Bend, OR FULL_TIME
  • Title Nine is looking for a full-time Assistant Store Manager! If you’re a fitness fanatic and love quality women’s workout wear, then Title Nine is the place for you! As the Assistant Store Manager, ...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Title Assistant
  • AmeriTitle
  • Prineville, OR FULL_TIME
  • Futura Title & Escrow, headquartered in Boise, Idaho, is the largest independent title and escrow group in the Pacific Northwest operating 76 branches in 74 counties. The company currently has four un...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Title Clerk
  • Kendall Auto Group
  • Eugene, OR FULL_TIME
  • Kendall Auto Group is one of the largest family owned and operated dealers in the Pacific Northwest and premier employer in Eugene. We are looking for an experienced Title Clerk to join the accounting...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Title Specialist
  • Copart
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
  • The Title Specialist will be responsible for the daily processing of vehicle titles. Through a thorough understanding of corresponding state and local title processing regulations and Copart policies,...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Commercial Title Examiner - Remote Opportunity
  • First American Financial Corporation
  • Houston, TX
  • Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! First American's National Production Services division provides globa...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Title Reader
  • Blackbird Recruiting
  • Spring Valley, NY
  • Title Reader Spring Valley, NY $75,000 Responsibilities: Title Examination: Conduct thorough examinations of property ti...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Title Examiner
  • Tallgrass Title
  • Manhattan, KS
  • Description Our well-established team is looking for a motivated and experienced title agent to join us in achieving our...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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(Florida) Title Examiner III, Remote, FL - Westcor Land Title Insurance Company
  • Westcor Land Title Insurance
  • Maitland, FL
  • GENERAL PURPOSE Title Examiners are responsible for abstracting and examining documents from the public records and prov...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Title Examiner
  • First American Financial Corporation
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insuran...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Title Examiner II - Alaska
  • Stewart
  • Are you looking to help transform a company and an industry? As a Stewart employee, you'll be joining a company that is ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Remote Commercial Title Examiner
  • First American Financial Corporation
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • Who We Are. Join a team that puts its People First! First American's National Production Services division provides glob...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Extensive Energy Search Sr. Title Examiner - Remote
  • First American Financial Corporation
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commerc...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Title Examiner jobs
$39,705 to $45,789

Title Examiner
Requires short periods of light lifting, pushing and pulling (1-25 lbs.
May 16, 2021
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in a courteous, professional manner, both verbally and in writing.
April 29, 2021
Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and harmoniously with the public and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
April 27, 2021