Title Abstractor

Prosource

. Independently conduct title searches and examine public real estate records for properties affected by land acquisition, easement, right of way, and infrastructure projects .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting title searches and examining real estate records, with a strong focus on establishing and documenting chains of title. Proficient in analyzing legal instruments and maintaining accurate documentation while managing multiple assignments in a remote environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Title AbstractingTitle ExaminationReal Estate Records ResearchAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Title SearchChain of Title EstablishmentDeedsEasementsMortgagesLiensJudgmentsLegal DescriptionsHistorical Records ResearchProperty Records Interpretation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailStrong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationIndependent WorkAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Electronic County Research SystemsPublic-Record Research Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Wisconsin Real Estate RecordsLand AcquisitionInfrastructure ProjectsMulti-Parcel ProjectsGovernmental Interests

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently conduct title searches and examine public real estate records for properties affected by land acquisition, easement, right of way, and infrastructure projects
Establish and document current and historical chains of title using deeds, easements, mortgages, releases, plats, judgments, liens, probate records, court records, and other relevant instruments
Research records remotely and travel to Wisconsin county courthouses, Register of Deeds offices, and other public-record repositories when in-person research is required
Review and interpret instruments affecting real property, including deeds, easements, rights of way, mortgages, liens, judgments, releases, restrictions, agreements, and plats
Identify current ownership, vesting information, encumbrances, easements, reservations, restrictions, and other property interests
Research older and historical records to establish how property interests were created, transferred, modified, released, or otherwise affected
Verify legal descriptions, parcel information, recording references, ownership information, and relationships between recorded documents
Compare recorded title information with plats, maps, parcel exhibits, acquisition records, and other project documentation; identify discrepancies
Identify gaps in chains of title, conflicting instruments, unreleased interests, questionable indexing, and other matters requiring additional research or review
Obtain and organize supporting recorded documents
Prepare title reports, ownership and encumbrance summaries, research worksheets, and supporting documentation
Maintain complete research files documenting reviewed records and research findings
Escalate complex legal, ownership, surveying, or title issues requiring additional review
Coordinate with project managers, attorneys, acquisition professionals, engineers, surveyors, and other project team members
Manage multiple parcel assignments and deadlines while maintaining quality and documentation standards
Participate in internal quality-control review and complete supplemental research as necessary
Maintain knowledge of Wisconsin real estate records, recording practices, and title research procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of substantive title abstracting, title examination, real estate records research, or closely related experience
Ability to independently conduct a title search and establish a chain of title
Working knowledge of deeds, easements, rights of way, mortgages, liens, judgments, plats, legal descriptions, probate matters, and other instruments affecting real property
Ability to research and interpret current and historical property records
Ability to recognize inconsistencies, gaps, conflicting interests, questionable indexing, and matters requiring additional investigation
Strong analytical and research skills
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate, well-documented work
Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage assignments with limited supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic county, title, and public-record research systems
Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Wisconsin as project assignments require
Preferred: 5 or more years of title abstracting or title examination experience
Preferred: Prior experience researching property records within Wisconsin
Preferred: Experience conducting historical or complex chain-of-title research
Preferred: Experience with easements, rights of way, governmental interests, utility interests, roadway interests, or other non-standard property interests
Preferred: Experience comparing title records against plats, parcel maps, surveys, acquisition exhibits, or similar project documentation
Preferred: Experience working on multi-parcel land acquisition, infrastructure, utility, transportation, energy, or public-sector projects
Preferred: College degree, paralegal education, title-industry training, or other relevant professional education

Benefits

Comp & perks

Approved business travel, mileage, lodging, and other eligible project-related expenses reimbursed in accordance with ProSource policy
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement savings benefits
Paid time off
Paid holidays