Land Title Specialist

Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a full‑time Land Title Specialist position in the Recorder's Department.

• Prepares documents for recording and examines plats, real estate and other legal documents for completeness and recordability according to Minnesota State Statutes.
• Accurately enters documents into the computer database, checks data entered by co‑workers, scans documents into the system, mails documents, and stores and indexes plats.
• Assists customers in locating information using Recorder software and office equipment; researches legal descriptions; provides information in person, by telephone and written correspondence; retrieves documents, maps, copies from the RVI optical scan system and microfilm; searches tract book indexes and computer database.
• Provides training to the public and county personnel on Recorder computer software; performs routine office equipment maintenance and obtains repairs and supplies.
• Analyzes computer printouts for accurate information and prepares monthly billing statements.
• Issues state certified birth, death and marriage certificates for legal and personal use; processes marriage licenses in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with legal guidelines.
• Performs the duties of the County Recorder in her absence.
• Accepts UCC documents for filing and records Notary Public commissions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists with duties as outlined in the County Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan.

• Associate's degree or technical training in administrative support or a related field.
• Two years of administrative support experience.
• Driver's License valid in the State of Minnesota.

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The 2026 starting salary is $23.97 per hour, with career advancement to $38.51 per hour.

Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD-214 and required supporting documentation must be included with the application.

Otter Tail County is a tobacco-free workplace. Otter Tail County does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex (pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, or genetic information. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.