CLASSIFICATION: RIGHT-OF-WAY ABSTRACTOR

Class Code: 7741-21 Date Established: 10-08-75

Occupational Code: 9-2-6 Date of Last Revision: 09-25-03

BASIC PURPOSE: To research and compile data to establish and update real property inventory.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Researches and reconciles records at the registry of deeds, and at the probate, superior or district court to determine and document legal real estate ownership.

· Illustrates deed descriptions with detailed drawings to determine boundaries for land ownership.

· Verifies owners of record at the time of condemnation filing to assure legal ownership is correct on document.

· Compiles a list of real estate owners for use in Right-of-Way projects.

· Contacts city and town officials to obtain tax information and maps for Right-of-Way projects.

· Inputs real estate data to compile computerized real property inventory.

· Certifies that all owners have been notified of public hearing on Right-of-Way projects to provide a permanent legal record.

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DISTINGUISHING FACTORS:

Skill: Requires skill in analyzing and interpreting data, policy and procedures OR in using equipment in order to arrive at logical conclusions or recommendations.

Knowledge: Requires knowledge of business practices and procedures or technical training in a craft or trade, including working from detailed instructions, to apply knowledge in a variety of practical situations.

Impact: Requires responsibility for contributing to immediate, ongoing agency objectives by facilitating the direct provision of services to the public or other state agencies. Errors at this level result in inaccurate reports or invalid test results and require significant investment of time and resources to detect.

Supervision: Requires partial supervision of other employees doing work which is related or similar to the supervisor, including assigning job duties, providing training, giving instructions and checking work.

Working Conditions: Requires performing regular job functions in a controlled environment with minimal exposure to disagreeable job elements and little risk of hazard to physical or mental health.

Physical Demands: Requires light work, including continuous walking or operating simple equipment for extended periods of time as well as occasional strenuous activities such as reaching or bending.

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Communication: Requires summarizing data, preparing reports and making recommendations based on findings which contribute to solving problems and achieving work objectives. This level also requires presenting information for use by administrative-level managers in making decisions.

Complexity: Requires evaluating a combination of wide-ranging job functions to determine work procedures, to solve problems, and to reach conclusions by applying analytical, technical, or scientific thinking. This level also requires planning policies and long-term strategies, drawing conclusions based on available criteria, and evaluating the effectiveness of program objectives.

Independent Action: Requires a range of choice in applying a number of technical or administrative policies under general direction and in making routine decisions or in recommending modifications in work procedures for approval by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate's degree from a recognized college or technical school with a major in engineering, real estate, business or commercial law. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Five years' experience in title abstracting or probate court work. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification: Valid New Hampshire drivers' license.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Considerable knowledge of the legal instruments affecting the transfer, sale and lease of real property. Knowledge of state laws and regulations pertaining to real estate, conveyances, easements and eminent domain. Ability to read and interpret maps and aerial photos. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to abstract from detailed records sufficient pertinent information to make determinations on titles and present them in logical form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, property owners and the public. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: This class specification is descriptive of general duties and is not intended to list every specific function of this class title.