Surface Title Agent
Volta Group is seeking a detail-oriented Surface Title Agent to support title research, curative documentation, and land services deliverables across renewable energy and infrastructure projects nationwide. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working through complex land records, and takes pride in producing accurate, defensible, client-ready work product. Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct surface title research using county records and online databases
- Review deeds, easements, liens, probate records, encumbrances, and ownership history
- Prepare title runsheets, ownership reports, and surface ownership analyses
- Identify title defects and recommend curative solutions
- Draft and prepare recordable documents, including:
– Easements – Surface Use Agreements – Right-of-Way Agreements – Affidavits – Assignments – Curative documents
- Ensure legal descriptions and exhibits are accurate
- Support document recording and tracking across jurisdictions
- Maintain organized title files and project documentation
- Collaborate with Land Agents, Project Managers, and Title Leadership to meet client deliverables
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of surface title experience (energy, utility, renewable, or infrastructure preferred)
- Strong understanding of chain of title, legal descriptions, and curative processes
- Experience preparing recordable land documents
- Familiarity with county record systems and online title databases
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
- Multi-state experience preferred
- GIS familiarity is a plus
This is a remote position.