Title Clerk

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Title Clerk Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department REAL ESTATE ASSESSOR Division REAL ESTATE ASSESSOR Requisition Number 2026475 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday -Friday

Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA [306 Cedar Rd.] Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade GE05 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

$41,544 - $55,046/ annually

• Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor's Office is seeking a Title Clerk to accumulate and research data needed to convey property ownership through deeds, wills, list of heirs, and death certificates.

Typical duties of the Title Clerk include:

• Perform extensive land and title research for the Real Estate Assessor's Office and other departments.
• Assign and maintain map and parcel numbers for preliminary and subdivision plats.
• Plot and calculate acreage of old subdivision plats/deeds utilizing computer software.
• Convert subdivision and condominium plats and deed splits into new parcels for tax purposes.
• Analyze land and title information and make necessary changes per State highway deeds, plats and City R/W and easements.
• Along with filing and maintaining unrecorded and recorded information
• Review and update land files using acreage, square footage, lot dimensions, zoning, land values, and legal descriptions.
• Indicate and advise GIS Specialist of alterations reflecting changes to the map.
• Assist property owners, paralegals, surveyors, lawyers, real estate agents, and appraisers with questions and information related to property in Chesapeake by mail, email, in person, or phone.
• Create and update reports through the application system on all preliminary and subdivision plats.
• Research special projects as required by accessing available sources of information.
• Maintain owner addresses and historical information of real estate within the city.
• Maintain records of transactions processed; prepare and send periodic reports to City Assessor, Treasurer, and other City departments.
• Prepare tax allocations on deleted parcels for City Treasurer. Attend or conduct staff and other professional meetings to exchange information.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement:

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate's degree in paralegal, real estate principles, or a closely related field.

Experience:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

None.

Special Requirements:

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Virginia Land Use Program knowledge/experience, and Real Estate Title knowledge/experience

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/09/2026 Job Close Date 10/16/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime N = Never Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

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