Careers

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The Wheatland Title family is always looking to add dedicated and caring professionals to our great team.

Current Openings

Wheatland Title is currently looking to fill the following positions:

Escrow Closer

The Escrow Closer is responsible for overseeing the closing of purchase and refinance transactions. This person could handle both residential and commercial files. Duties include helping prepare and reviewing closing documents, corresponding with lenders and Realtors and working with the Post-Closing Department.

Current Job Opening: Crites Title

Title Examiner

This role is a unique mix of historical research and analytical problem-solving. Every parcel of real estate has a history, and often that history can be a puzzle, and our examiners work hard in a fast-paced setting to help piece that puzzle together. Primary duties include analyzing real estate records and data across a range of transactions, from residential to commercial to energy projects, reviewing a property's title history, mapping legal descriptions, and working with all involved parties to resolve any title issues.

Current Job Opening: Wheatland Title

Field Researcher

This job is a perfect fit for someone who loves history and research. Also know as a Title Searcher, this role is responsible for researching land records and data which can be found in the county records systems. Each parcel of real estate has a history, and often that history can be a puzzle, so you will be part of a team piecing together that puzzle. You will prepare research notes and reports that are essential to every real estate transaction. This job is a perfect fit for someone who loves history and research. Also known as a Title Searcher, this role is responsible for researching land records and data that can be found in the county records systems. Each parcel of real estate has a history, and often that history can be a puzzle, so you will be part of a team piecing together that puzzle. You will prepare research notes and reports that are essential to every real estate transaction. Primary responsibilities are conducting thorough property research by searching, analyzing, and evaluating public records — including deeds, liens, judgments, easements, and plats — to determine ownership, encumbrances, and verifying legal descriptions of homes, land, and buildings. Also researches real estate tax information using public records and third-party software systems.

Current Job Opening: Wheatland Title - Carbondale, Marion City

Careers

If you want to pursue a meaningful career working with people, be part of the exciting world of real estate and contribute to a company that truly cares about the communities it serves throughout the Land of Lincoln, now is a great time to consider a job with us.

No matter your background or your experience, here’s why a job with the Wheatland Title Family of Companies may be your next big move.

There’s a role for everyone. Title is a varied industry, meaning there is a role for everyone. You don’t have to force yourself into a role that you won’t be satisfied in. Simply start with your personality and what you like to do, and you’ll find a role that’s a good fit.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow. Since title work is unique, learning the craft can seem complex. Plus, it always takes some time. However, you will not be left in the dark when learning to take on a title role. The field is built upon training and continuing education, so you’ll get to work closely with expert professionals. In addition to having someone by your side to answer all of your questions, you’ll be building a strong mentor-mentee relationship.

You may already have the skills to thrive. You may have skills from a different industry that are transferable to title. No matter what role you are looking into, an openness to learning is one of the most important traits since the title industry is based on experiential learning and apprenticeship. Other essential traits include reliability, effective communication and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Who are we? WE ARE WHEATLAND! We’re a company that always puts our people first. We are passionate about our work, and we are passionate about empowering our people to reach their full potential. Our leadership invests in our staff and wants all of us to grow professionally while fostering a company culture we all want to be a part of.

As part of the Wheatland Title family, you’ll be protecting homebuyers and their greatest investment. In fact, reach out to us if you’re interested in joining our team. Our offices are regularly seeking qualified candidates who want to work in field/title examination, escrow or sales.

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