Open Positions

Fidelity National Title Insurance 

4/12/2021

 

We are seeking a National Commercial Services (NCS) Coordinator. Under general supervision of a National Commercial Services Manager, NCS Counsel or Accounts Administrator, performs all phases of processing complex single site, multi-site, multi-state title insurance orders for transactions involving high liability or commercial transactions, from solicitation to closing; to place, track, and receive/export national orders, overseeing all phases of the process, as well as support sales and underwriters by completing related tasks.. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Solicits, opens, processes, and closes multi-state, multi-property and individual title insurance orders that vary from simple to complex
• Performs routine and complex closings for assigned and directly placed orders, following procedures and instructions that vary with transaction and customer. Closing duties may involve ordering title work and mortgage statements, preparing settlement statements, forwarding closing package to appropriate parties, recording documents, holding escrow funds, ordering title policy, etc.
• Coordinates bidding process and placement of national orders with issuing office, headquarters and customer. Processes orders in accordance with customer's instructions, prevailing underwriting procedures and applicable laws.
• Opens escrow accounts; invests funds in interest bearing account; receives and disburses funds, following escrow agreements and settlement statements. Initiates and receives necessary wire transfers.
• Corresponds with transaction principals to coordinate national title insurance orders and assures orders comply with customer and lender instructions. Answers customers' questions and informs customers of title commitment requirements, availability of coverage, closing procedures, premiums, etc.
• Compiles and generates invoices. Coordinates payment and funding to other offices and other service providers as necessary.
• Contacts customers in person and by telephone to maintain favorable relationships and to provide information about company services.
• Completes periodic reports as requested, e.g. monthly order reports listing files opened and the policy amounts.
• May train and direct work of lower level national service staff or others performing relatedwork.
• Oversee processing of all phases of order placement.
• Scan, label, upload all documents to SoftPro and SmartView.
• Track commitments and documents on single-site and multi-site deals.
• Follow up consistently and appropriately (email, phone).
• Convert .pdf title commitments to Word documents as needed.
• Properly document files so that co-workers may service the customer efficiently.
• Utilize the server and store all transaction information where appropriate.
• Understand and use RamQuest, SmarView, Outlook, Excel, Word, and other company software proficiently.
• Meet Management deadlines to satisfaction (commitments, pro forma policies, policies, docs, local order numbers, open & closed steps).
• Support other departments with key customers and deals.
• Work with staff and manager to develop workflows and tracking reports.
• Perform all other office functions as needed.
• Refer appropriate information and feedback to Manager and/or Sales Rep.
• Assist with building and maintaining a customer following.
• Respond to all customer requests within 4 hours.
• Adhere to all customer service committee guidelines. 
  
  

Skills Needed: Be a genuine team player – offer to assist and accept requests to assist; Keep an open mind when listening to customers and co-workers; Always be even tempered with customers and co-workers; Have a positive attitude; Work with a variety of personalities; Appreciate diverse background of staff and customers; Extend common courtesy and respect to everyone; Be willing to grow and improve with the job at all times; Identify issues and understand the parameters of the issues before you make the decisions; Make well-reasoned decisions independently, considering all pertinent factors; Refer customer issues to other employees as necessary but only after conducting proper research to avoid unnecessary inconvenience or job disruption.

To apply: please e-mail your resume to Christopher Naughten at [email protected]  

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Orchard N

Council Baradel

4/5/2021

 

We have a position available for an experienced Attorney ready to assume responsibility for both simple and complex litigation and real property and property financing matters and some transactional work. We are in all levels of state and federal courts and transactions in Maryland and DC with some work in Virginia and New York. Ideally, we need 2 to 4 years minimum experience and there is no cap. Portable work is a plus but not at all necessary.

To apply: please email [email protected].

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Brennan Title Company - Waldorf

4/2/2021

 

Real Estate Title Company seeks Full time Accounting Manager. Primary functions include oversight of daily reconciliation of bank accounts, payroll, accounts payable and underwriter audits. We are looking for someone with escrow account experience with a keen attention to detail, who is able to meet deadlines, and has good communication and computer skills. A working knowledge of Excel is needed, and comfort level with Sage Accounting is a plus but not necessarily required. Experience with TSS software is also a plus. Please submit resume and salary expectations. Excellent career opportunity in this growing company!

To apply: please email [email protected].

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Stevens Palmer & Bay East Title

4/2/2021

 

Fast paced Centreville, MD law firm/title company seeks full time Administrative/Title Processing Assistant. Experience working in a title company or law firm preferred. Experience with TSS software, Microsoft 365 and Quickbooks beneficial but willing to train. Opportunity for growth.

Compensation: Competitive including health, paid vacation, sick leave and retirement benefits. 

To apply: Send cover letter and resume in confidence to [email protected].

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Brennan Title Company - Prince George's/Southern MD

3/31/2021

 

Real Estate Title Company seeks experienced Real Estate Title Processors to work in our Southern Maryland locations, providing settlement services for sale and refinance transactions in Maryland. You MUST have at least Two Years' specific experience. You must be a good multi-tasker and have a customer experience orientation. Title Express experience helpful but not required, Title Producer's License helpful but not required. This is a great opportunity to build your CAREER in a company that values its employees and its community. Paid vacation and 401(k) retirement program. Please send resume and salary requirements 

To apply: please email [email protected].

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Lapkoff Enterprises dba Olde Towne Title

3/30/2021

 

Busy Hagerstown Title Company looking for experienced, professional Settlement Processor. Duties include taking file from Commitment to Settlement. We have been in business over 20 years with a stellar reputation and constant growth. 

Compensation: Commensurate with work experience. 

To apply: please email Peach Lapkoff at [email protected].

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Freestate Title Consultants, LLC

3/24/2021

 

Freestate Title Consultants, LLC, a small, locally-owned title company in Carroll County in search of a Junior Processor (knowledge of the closing process and title industry is preferred, but would consider training the right candidate).  Must possess strong communication skills, be detail-oriented and work with deadlines. 

Compensation: Commensurate with work experience. 

To apply: please email Anthony McDonald at [email protected].

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Lawyers Trust Title Company

3/23/2021

 

We are currently seeking a full time settlement processor to join our growing team in the White Marsh/Timonium area. The core responsibilities include daily interactions with parties to the transaction, reviewing abstracts and drafting closing documents/settlement statements. Knowledge of Title Express, GreenFolders and/or Qualia is a plus!

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.  Our processing staff has the potential to work part- time in a remote capacity. Experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

To apply: please email your resume in confidence to [email protected].

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Carrollton Enterprises

3/11/2021

 

Property management and development company seeking organized and personable individual to serve as an Executive Assistant supporting in-house general counsel and executives administering real estate acquisition, development and leasing activities. Involves preparation and maintenance of entity documents, supporting trust administration and investments. This is NOT a "title" job but someone with real estate title, escrow and/or transactional experience would be a good fit.  

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. 

To apply: contact [email protected]

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Lakeside Title Company

3/10/2021

 

Lakeside Title, an extremely busy, well-established Title Company, seeks a dependable, well organized, and experienced recorder. The qualified candidate must have a knowledge of Real Estate Title Software and recording requirements in multiple jurisdictions. Duties will include reviewing/preparing Deeds, Deeds of Trust, and other recording documents for accuracy, making corrections, and submitting for recording to an outside recording company or abstractor, or to Simplifile E-recording. Other duties may include preparing and returning Post Closing packages to lenders, mailing checks to vendors, and tracking recordings. Candidate should possess superior attention to detail and the ability to work independently. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a matching 401K program.  

Compensation: Highly competitive and commensurate with experience. 

To apply: please contact Margo Cservek via e-mail [email protected]

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CU Title Insurance Agency

3/3/2021

 

We are seeking a Title Insurance Processor II to come work with an extremely talented and professional group. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be customer-service driven and able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

JOB SKILLS/DUTIES SUMMARY:

• General responsibilities will include opening new orders, ordering title work and preparing commitments
• Preparing Insured Closing Letters (ICL's) and preliminary Closing Disclosures
• Order payoffs, clear title and prepare packages for settlement along with the final Closing Disclosure
• Overtime may be required with or without notice

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following with other duties may be assigned.

• Remains cognizant of and adheres to credit union policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act. 

• Examines contracts and purchase agreements to assure conformity to specified requirements.
• Examines abstract to assure complete title coverage of land described, completeness of land description and to detect lapses of time in abstract coverage of landowner's title.
• Prepares correspondence and other records to transmit title commitments and abstracts.
• Prepares or requests deeds, affidavits and other documents and transmits them to appropriate persons for execution to meet title requirements.
• Verifies computation of fees, rents, tax and water pro-rations, HOA dues and fees, brokerage commissions and other expenses and prepares records to create the Closing Disclosure for settlement.
• Collects and enters data into software.
• Tracks and records data covering each purchase or refinance.
• Orders bring-to-date of title immediately after closing and prior to recording.
• Enters documents into e-recording system.
• Tracks documents in e-recording system until documents are recorded.
• Follows up on any recording rejections until rejections are corrected and documents are recorded.
• Answers queries regarding contracts by mail, telephone or personal discussion.
• Reviews title to determine insurability and to determine requirements to insure the title and exceptions from title insurance coverage.
• Confers with abstractors, landowners and buyers to obtain the necessary explanations and documentation to issue clear title.
• Investigates whether taxes are current or delinquent on each property and obtains the amount necessary to bring taxes current and transfer title. 

Skills Needed: COMMUNICATION SKILLS - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to members and before groups of employees of the organization and to present a professional image at all times. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. REASONING ABILITY - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES - Typing, 10 key calculator, telephone, personal computer, Microsoft Outlook, Excel Beginner and Word beginner level. Knowledge and experience using the TitleExpress title software system is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years of related experience and/or training is preferred. Knowledge and experience using the TitleExpress title software system is a plus.

To apply: please e-mail your resume to Shelly Fears at [email protected] OR apply online. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. 

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Orchard National Title

2/24/2021

 

Orchard is looking for a dynamic Title Processor & Closer to manage the closing process and provide an exceptional experience for our customers. The ideal candidate is a seasoned real estate professional with direct experience closing 1-4 family residential purchase transactions. If you are used to working with high-stakes and time-sensitive deals with an awesome support staff where every detail and process is critical to the successful and timely completion of the transaction, this is the job for you! This is a full time role that will report into the Team Lead, Escrow and be based out of our new metro DC office. 

What You'll Do Here:
•Prepare closing disclosures, escrow agreements and all other settlement documents according to lender and/or buyer/seller instructions.
•Clearly communicate and collaborate with cross-department contacts in Customer Experience / Sales, Contract Operations, and Funding to promptly troubleshoot and resolve any issues in the Title process to avoid delays.
•Obtain clear title by ordering title reports, resolving title defects, satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.
•Audit all files for accuracy, completion, and compliance to prevent potential claims.
•Coordinate closings via e-notary or mobile notary services.
•Provide correct lender closing instructions and oversee the receipt and proper disbursement of funds; ensure all outstanding checks and escrowed funds are properly managed.
•Maintain compliance with Orchard Title policies and procedures in accordance with governing laws, regulations, regulatory agencies and company standards.

We'd Love to Hear from You If You Have:
•2+ years of experience as a Title Processor and Closer in Virginia and/or Maryland, with a preference for licensure in both states.
•Exceptional verbal and written customer service skills that help form positive relationships both internally and externally. 
•Experience mastering complex processes and contributing with the understanding of your role within a larger series of processes.
•Confidence working with technologies (e.g. Microsoft Suite and Google Suite) and specialty software (e.g. Qualia).
•Working knowledge of VA and MD state-level escrow and title rules and regulations .
•A team player mentality who subscribes to the concept of “Team Before Self”.
•Passion for innovation and are comfortable with change.
•Organization skills and are exceptionally detail-oriented.

Orchard National Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation: Competitive with these great perks: Equity participation; Flexible PTO; Up to 18 weeks of paid family leave; Employee discount on Orchard’s services.

To apply, contact: Please send cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

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Clear Title Group

2/22/2021

 

Baltimore County title company located in the Pikesville area, is in immediate need of a fulltime title processor to handle all aspects of the pre and post closing process. Candidates should have a current Maryland title insurance license, (we will consider applicants that are not licensed with the appropriate work experience) and must have experience with Title Express and Microsoft Word and Outlook. Candidates should also have an active Maryland notary, excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to coordinate all aspects in clearing title and preparing settlement statements.  

Compensation: Extremely competitive salary ($45,000 ++++) and signing bonus. 

To apply: please contact David Rosenberg via e-mail [email protected]

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Brennan Title Company - Ocean City

2/22/2021

 

After 18 successful years, our manager in the Ocean City office is retiring and we are looking for a successful and personable individual to become the new manager of that office. The position offers salary, bonus and profit sharing. This is an opportunity to be in business for your self without the usual financial investment. The person we are seeking must have all title licenses, notary and demonstrated ability to attract and keep clients as well as possess loyalty and eagerness to succeed and build a career. The office services all of Ocean City, Ocean Pines and surrounding areas and parts of Delaware. Delaware license would be helpful, but not required. We will consider relocation expenses. This is an opportunity for unlimited earnings This is a "hands on" office where the relationships have been formulated by hard work, attention to detail and professional service! We are looking to fill this position immediately and you will have time to work side by side with the retiring manager for a reasonable period.

To apply: please email your resume in confidence to [email protected].

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FNC Title Services, LLC

2/4/2021

 

We are a national title agency with offices throughout the country. Our Rockville, Maryland office seeks a motivated individual to join our team as a Post-Closing Specialist. The ideal candidate will possess previous title experience with familiarity on post-closing matters such as signed closing package reviews and recording applicable documents. We have an extensive training program for the right-minded individual and offer full benefits for full-time employees.   Specific job responsibilities include:

• Sending recorded documents out to Lender and Borrower;
• Checking in new packages daily;
• Assisting the team on an as needed basis;
• Be able to work as a team to achieve a common goal;
• Must be able to develop and maintain excellent client relations;

Our ideal candidate will: Have title experience would be a great asset but not imperative, willing to train. Strong attention to detail, high degree of accuracy and excellent organizational skills. Self-discipline, an aptitude for making good decisions and works efficiently under deadlines. The ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. The ability to be a self-starter and identify how to prioritize your day. Knowledge/experience with the ResWare Software platform [preferred, but we are happy to train]
Background check required to conform with underwriting guidelines; 1 year title experience preferred; Required education: High school or equivalent.

Compensation: Pay range is $32,000 to $45,000 per year

To apply: Contact [email protected]

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Brennan Title Company - Montgomery/Frederick

2/2/2021

 

We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Licensed Manager to build our business in Montgomery/Frederick and Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Benefits include: Salary, Monthly Bonus/Profit Sharing. Be in partnership with us without the financial risk. We are entering our 30th year in the title business in the DC Metropolitan Area.

To apply: please reply in the strictest confidence and forward resume to [email protected].

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Brennan Title Company - Ocean Pines

2/2/2021

 

Established Title Company (30 years) in Ocean Pines is hiring EXPERIENCED-Legal or Title assistants. Income base on experience – bonus and other incentives offered. We are looking for a personable and efficient assistant who has the drive and incentive to move up to management! 

To apply: please reply in the strictest confidence and forward resume to [email protected].

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Aspect Title & Escrow

1/27/2021

 

Aspect Title & Escrow, an attorney-owned Southern Maryland full-service settlement company and title insurance agency, is searching for dynamic candidates to work closely with REALTORS®, lenders, and other service providers leading up to and beyond settlement as a Licensed Title Producer/Settlement Processor.

Duties include:
•Initiates contact and maintains timely dialogue with all parties involved with title file including real estate agents, lenders, buyers, and sellers.
•Remains cognizant of and adheres to policies and procedures, and any regulations pertaining to the title and real estate closing industry.
•Opens files upon receipt of title request from electronic order system, real estate agent, borrower, or lender.
•Coordinates and schedules closing dates with all parties and addresses adjustments as needed.•Orders title and any judgement and lien reports.
•Orders mortgage payoff statement(s), HOA or condo statements, as appropriate.
•Orders title updates (bringdowns) prior to or at the time of closing to ensure there are no intervening liens.
•Obtains, records, and tracks all mortgage releases associated with loan payoffs.
•Preliminarily reviews title work to flag and address concerns with attorney.
•Works closely with lenders to prepare CDs, secure clear to close approval, receiving any related lender documents, and balances CDs.
•Responsible for establishing and verifying incoming and outbound wires to appropriate parties and entering wires into the banking system for management approval.
•Reviews, finalizes, scans, and returns completed lender closing packages once received from closer.
•Prepares settlement packages for disbursement; balances the file, compares disbursement ledger to CD and ALTA settlement statement to ensure all information and numbers match.
•Prints all checks to be signed and verified by the designated check signers.
•Ensures all payoffs go out the same day the file is disbursed via wire or UPS to respective lender.
•Tracks all documents in recording pipeline to ensure timely recording and immediate handling of rejections.
•Serves as back-up closer in the event attorney is unavailable.
•All employees cover for each other during vacation or sick leave. This means you may have to occasionally take on tasks outside of the normal scope of your job.

Competencies:
•Professionally upbeat and positive.
•Excellent communications skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to members and before groups of employees of the organization and to always present a professional image.
•Mathematical skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. •Reasoning ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities:  Typing, professional telephone skills, personal computer, Microsoft Outlook, MS-Word, MS-Excel. Minimum 2 years’ experience in related position with a Maryland title company. Licensed Maryland Title Processor. Licensed Maryland Notary Public. Knowledge and experience using title closing software system such as IntellaClose, TitleExpress, SoftPro, etc. is a plus.

This position is full time (40hrs/wk); Aspect Title & Escrow is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation: Competitive comprehensive package based on experience

To apply, contact: Please send cover letter and resume [email protected]

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Select Title & Escrow, LLC

1/26/2021

 

Growing title company covering Maryland, the District of Columbia and Virginia seeks a motivated and experienced Settlement Processor for great opportunity.  Must have active title producer license and notary public (MD, DC and VA preferred).  Must have knowledge of the closing process and title industry.  Specific job responsibilities include:

• Must be able to open files in our escrow software platform (Qualia);
• Prepare introduction letters and communicate with third party vendors;
• Clear title and prepare Closing Disclosures and other closing documents;
• Review title exam/abstract and clear title of judgments, liens;
• Prepare all closing documents for settlement with clients;
• Understand and review all lenders instructions and conduct closings as Notary/Licensed Title Producer;
• Must be comfortable conducting Remote Closings using software (Pavaso);
• Prepare and issue title commitments and final title policies;
• Prepare package for submission to lender, confirm recordings.

Looking for someone who can hit the ground running.  Must be able to work with minimal supervision; must be able to communicate with real estate professionals effectively, including buyers/sellers, real estate agents and lenders; must be able to multi-task and prioritize many tasks; strong attention to detail; strong organizational skills. Initially part-time position, with strong potential to move to a full-time position.  Some remote work during Covid, with transition back to office in the Spring of 2021.  Excellent opportunity for the right settlement processor. 

To apply: Email letter of interest to [email protected] or Call 917-279-7764.  Ask for John.

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Maryland REALTORS(R)

1/25/2021

The Staff Attorney provides legal advice and counsel to the trade association and its not-for-profit and for-profit subsidiaries and affiliates on a wide variety of topics. In this position, you will staff and support various association committees; write articles for the association’s magazine; and provide content for the association’s web site, videos, and other materials. Superior legal reasoning, communication and interpersonal skills are of the utmost importance. Experience with trade associations a plus. Limited travel may be required.   

Primary duties include:

• Keeping abreast of legal developments affecting real property, fair housing, real estate brokerages, property management, commercial real estate, and agency;
• Teaching continuing education classes and providing training and instruction to members, brokerages and local boards and associations, either in-person or virtually, on a variety of topics;
• Staffing the Legal Hotline and providing responses to members;
• Drafting and review of legal articles, position papers and other legal materials;
• Legal research and memoranda as needed.

Travel Requirements: 

• Periodic travel to local REALTOR® boards for teaching, attending meetings and events.
• Attendance and staffing of Annual Maryland REALTORS® Conference.

Requirements:

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school
• Member of Maryland State Bar
• Team-oriented person with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Experience with trade associations preferred.
• Familiarity with fair housing, real property, real estate brokerages, or professional standards a plus.
• Excellent legal reasoning and communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Computer literate (virtual meeting platforms, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Westlaw, internet research and use).
• Outstanding customer service orientation.
• Ability to function effectively in a variety of challenging situations and circumstances, including difficult project deadlines, tight budgets, and evolving goals and objectives.
• Excellent work ethic and attendance.
• Consistency in giving feedback regarding work progress, timetables and issues.

 Work Environment and Working Conditions: This job generally operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment; communicates by telephone, video conferencing, e-mail, letters, memos, and in person on a daily basis; has a medium to high level of social contact. Regularly works in a group or team, but also spends time alone researching and analyzing cases and/or issues.  This role may require spending time both in and out of the offices and travel to client and business sites and venues.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is often required to walk; use hands to finger; handle or operate computers, objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

To apply: please e-mail [email protected]

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