Deputy Register of Deeds 1 Government Job Dept-Register of Deeds Full Time

One (1) Full-time Deputy Register of Deeds 1

Register of Deeds

Duties and Responsibilities:  Performs basic clerical work of a legal nature in receiving, recording, indexing, and cancellation of legal documents; issues various legal documents (i.e., deeds, birth certificates, and marriage licenses); assists citizens and legal representatives with the location of various office records and research; does related work as required.  Work is performed under regular supervision.   Reports to the Register of Deeds.

 Qualifications:  Some knowledge of the functions and procedures of the Register of Deed’s Office; some knowledge of the North Carolina General Statutes as related to matters jurisdiction of this office; some knowledge of the nature and content of a variety of documents processed by office; proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office; ability to pay close attention to detail within fast-paced work environment; ability to attend work regularly; excellent interpersonal skills required.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some work experience in a public agency office environment; prior experience in a real estate law office or Register of Deeds office desirable.

Upon employment, must attend basic Register of Deeds School through the NC School of Government toward certification.

Pre-employment drug test and background checks required of finalist applicants.

Applications must be obtained, fully completed, and submitted to Henderson County HRD by mail 112 First Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28792, by email ([email protected].gov), or by fax (828) 698-6184.  Please see our website, www.hendersoncountync.gov/hr and refer to the Additional Applicant Information section for more detailed instructions. 

Deadline for application:   Open until filled

Starting rate:       $15.00 hourly

Grade:  64A