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SENIOR PROPERTY CONVEYANCES EXAMINER

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SENIOR PROPERTY CONVEYANCES EXAMINER

Salary

$50,131.68 - $69,415.68 Annually

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

E1193L

Department

REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK

Opening Date

01/07/2026

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Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER:

E1193L

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We welcome applications from anyone.

FILING PERIOD:

The application filing period will beginThursday, January 8, 2026, at 8:00 AM (PT)– Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Get ready to join one of the nation's largest county employers! Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, the County of Los Angeles offers broad career growth, outstanding benefits, and competitive salaries. We are the largest employer in Southern California, with opportunities for you to make a difference in the lives of over 10 million residents.

At the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC), it is our mission to serve Los Angeles County by providing essential records management and election services in a fair, accessible, and transparent manner. We are providing you with an amazing opportunity to join our organization of professionals committed to serving our employees, the public, and the community. We seek to achieve accountability, professionalism, integrity, respect, and equity.

Out-of-class:

Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.

Withhold information:

No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met as indicated on the application at the time of filing.

Definition:

Senior Property Conveyances Examiners report to a Supervising Property Conveyances Examiner and are responsible for examining the more complex documents presented for recordation, examining and certifying maps for recordation, and serving as lead workers. The position requires the exercise of judgment in those areas where guidelines and precedents may be knowledgeable of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures essential for the protections of property rights when recording legal document.

Essential Job Functions

Acts as a lead worker, advises and trains Property Conveyances Examiners in the policies and in the procedures to be followed in examining legal documents for recordation.

Examines the more complex documents to determine their acceptability for recordation.

Determines which prescribed fees are to be charged for the recording of documents.

Reviews documents examined and rejected for recordation by Property Conveyances Examiners.

Examines the more complex documents submitted for recordation to determine applicability of the Documentary Transfer Tax and specific city transfer tax and determines or verifies the amount of tax.

Rejects those documents that are statutorily incomplete noting the discrepancies and needed corrections.

Cites State and County laws, rules, regulations, and policies which provide the basis for acceptance or rejection of documents presented for recordation in the public record.

Examines and certifies maps for recordation.

Ensures that new laws affecting recordation are implemented and followed by Property Conveyances Examiners.

Responds to the more complex questions or complaints from individuals, representatives of title insurance companies, attorneys, lending institutions, and real estate agents pertaining to public recordation of legal documents in the public records.

Acts for the Supervising Property Conveyances Examiner in their absence, as needed.

Requirements

Option I:

One year of work experience as a Los Angeles County class of Property Conveyances Examiner*.

Option II:

Three years of specialized work experience** Three years specialized experience in searching records for evidences of ownership and encumbrances affecting the title to, and interests in real property, escrow procedures or the review and evaluation of documents relating to real or personal property.

Physical class:

Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Veteran’s credit:

Candidates who are veterans may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review. Please attach it with your application or email it to the exam analyst at [email protected] as soon as possible. If you are eligible for veteran’s credit, we can include it before the list is available.

Special requirements information:

*To qualify under Option I, applicants must hold or have held theProperty Conveyances Examinertitle

**Specialized work experienceis defined as experience involving the regular performance of specific, technical, or complex tasks that require specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities beyond general clerical, administrative, or entry-level work.

Additional Information

Examination content:

Training & Experience: This assessment type will evaluate the training experience you list on a questionnaire. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AND OBTAIN A SCORE OF 70% OR GREATER TO BE INCLUDED ON THE LIST.

PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

Eligibility and vacancy information:

Applicants who passed the assessment are placed on an list in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Department of Register and Recorder/County Clerk as they occur. Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Application and Filing Information:

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, position/payroll title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the requirements or class specifications as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

Social security information:

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so please include yours when applying.

No sharing of user ID and passwords:

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

Computer and internet access at public libraries:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

ANIT-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The RR/CC is dedicated to advancing Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Contact information:

For assistance, please contact us using the following information:

DEPARTMENT CONTACT NAME: Britney Haggood

DEPARTMENT CONTACT PHONE: (562)-462-2314

DEPARTMENT CONTACT EMAIL: [email protected]

CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: 800-735-2922

Teletype phone: 800-735-2929

TESTING ACCOMMODATION COORDINATOR: (562-462-2314)

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Veteran’s Credit:

Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.

For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit:https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102\_PPG\_115.pdf

Revised September 2025

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THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE ON THIS SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE EVALUATED AND USED TO DETERMINE YOUR ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide may result in the rejection of your application, even if you possess the qualifying experience. Applicants must describe their experience in detail to demonstrate that they meet the exam requirements. Applicants must include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be enough to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so will result in an incomplete application and you will be disqualified.

+ I have read and understood the above information and instructions.

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Many important notifications including invitation letters, result letters, and non-acceptance letters will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid e-mail address. Please add the below email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Applicants have the ability to opt out of e-mails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any e-mail notifications for any examinations for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all e-mailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or re- scheduling of a test component.

+ I understand the information and instructions.

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To qualify under Option I: How many years of experience do you have as a Los Angeles County class Property Conveyances Examiner?

+ I have no experience as a Los Angeles County class Property Conveyance Examiner.

+ Less than one (1) year of experience.

+ One (1) year or more of experience.

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If you answered yes to Question 3, please include ALL of the following requested information and be specific as possible. Failure to provide ALL the requested information below will result in disqualification of your application. a) Employee Number (ex:555555) b) Detailed description of your job duties and related experience c) Date(s) of employment related to the above experience. Please use this format: From: (mm/dd/yr) To: (mm/dd/yr) If you do not have any experience as listed above, please write "DOES NOT APPLY."

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To qualify under Option II: How many years of specialized work experience do you have in searching records for evidences of ownership and encumbrances affecting the title to, and interests in real property, escrow procedures or the review and evaluation of documents relating to real or personal property?

+ I have no experience reviewing and evaluating documents relating to real property such as deeds, deeds of trusts, lies, etc.

+ One (1) year but less than two (2) years of experience.

+ Two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience.

+ Three (3) years or more experience.

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If you answered you have experience to Question 5, please include ALL of the following requested information and be specific as possible. Failure to provide ALL the requested information below will result in disqualification of your application. a) Employer/Company Name b) Position/Payroll Title c) Detailed description of your job duties and related experience d) Date(s) of employment related to the above experience. Please use this format: From: (mm/dd/yr) To: (mm/dd/yr) If you do not have any experience as listed above, please write "DOES NOT APPLY."

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County of Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, California, 90010

Website

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