Sandra Williams
Title Abstractor/ Mineral Researcher
Columbia,SC
Summary
Experienced Petroleum Landman looking to become part of a reputable/innovative broker and/or Oil and Gas Company where my skills and experience in negotiations, title analysis, contract interpretation, contract drafting, and property evaluation can best be put to use. Background is inclusive of the following Geographical areas: Fayetteville Shale, Barnett Shale, The Marcellus Shale and The Permian Basin.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager
Continuum Global Solutions
Cola, SC (Remote)
02.2023 - Current
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
- Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
- Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth.
- Coordinated with internal teams to facilitate prompt delivery of client projects.
- Monitored and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase client retention.
Title Examiner/ Mineral Researcher
Cushing Abstract LLC
Tioga County, PA (Remote)
10.2016 - Current
- Prepared property reports.
- Contacted appropriate agencies to complete searches, order records, and obtain documents.
- Performed data entry and other administrative tasks to keep records and files organized and accurate.
- Communicated with customers to resolve common title issues.
- Reviewed Title Opinions and satisfied requested requirements.
- Utilized online courthouse database and RRC GIS
- Researched and located current owners and negotiated Affidavits and Ratifications.
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
Newberry, SC
12.2018 - 03.2021
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors to facilitate timely product delivery.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Title Abstractor/ Mineral Researcher
McBride Title Services, LLC
Tioga County, PA (Remote)
01.2007 - 05.2016
- Owner/Operator of LLC where we provided exceptional title services to various clients in the oil & gas industry and also several real estate clients including but not limited to Long Consulting, LLC, Western Land Services, Chesapeake and Bryson Kuba, LP
- Made copies of all relevant title paperwork, organized documents, and sent packets to customers
- Looked over documents to verify information accuracy, double-checking important data such as names and addresses
- Identified any restrictions currently affecting the titles and limiting the use of the properties
- Worked with realtors, lending representatives and courthouse personnel to resolve any problems related to the property's title
- Carefully examined mortgages, judgments and other documents to check information such as the legal descriptions and ownership status of properties
- Organized lists of all the legal instruments applying to specific pieces of land and any buildings on them
- Produced reports outlining the encumbrances encountered and actions required to clear the titles
- Summarized documents such as mortgages, trust deeds, and contracts affecting titles to help lenders make accurate determinations
- Obtained maps and drawings delineating the target properties from title plants, county surveyors and assessors' offices.
- Analyzed title documents to identify potential issues and resolve any discrepancies.
- Conducted comprehensive title searches to maintain accuracy and compliance of real estate transactions.
- Examined land records and identified potential problems with title search results.
- Created legal documents such as deeds, mortgages and leases based on title search results.
- Assisted in preparation of title insurance policies and title commitments.
Title Examiner
Title Source Inc/ Quicken Loans
Detroit, MI (Remote)
05.2012 - 07.2014
- Made copies of all relevant title paperwork, organized documents, and sent packets to customers
- Looked over documents to verify information accuracy, double-checking important data such as names and addresses
- Identified any restrictions currently affecting the titles and limiting the use of the properties
- Summarized documents such as mortgages, trust deeds, and contracts affecting titles to help lenders make accurate determinations
- Carefully examined mortgages, judgments and other documents to check information such as the legal descriptions and ownership status of properties.
- Contacted appropriate agencies to complete searches, order records, and obtain documents.
- Prepared property reports.
- Performed data entry and other administrative tasks to keep records and files organized and accurate.
- Examined land records and identified potential problems with title search results.
- Analyzed title documents to identify potential issues and resolve any discrepancies.
- Researched ownership interests and liens on real estate properties.
- Utilized various online databases and public land records to verify ownership information.
- Conducted comprehensive title searches to maintain accuracy and compliance of real estate transactions.
- Assisted in preparation of title insurance policies and title commitments.
- Drafted title abstracts and legal documents for real estate transactions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with title companies, lenders and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transactions.
Title Examiner/ Mineral Researcher
Bryson Kuba, LP., Land And Mineral Management
West Virginia (Remote)
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Independently completed complex abstracts of title from the patent across multiple geographic areas inclusive of Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
- Performed data entry and other administrative tasks to keep records and files organized and accurate.
- Drafted title abstracts and compiled documents to show a clear chain of title.
- Completed ownership reports for leasing projects for XTO/EXXON
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Benedict College
Columbia, SC12.1995
Skills
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office, GIS systems , mapping software and online courthouse records
- Relationship building
- Critical Thinking
- Customer relations
- Task prioritization
- Organization
- Motivation
- Issue Resolution
Timeline
Account Manager
Continuum Global Solutions
02.2023 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
12.2018 - 03.2021
Title Examiner/ Mineral Researcher
Cushing Abstract LLC
10.2016 - Current
Title Examiner
Title Source Inc/ Quicken Loans
05.2012 - 07.2014
Title Examiner/ Mineral Researcher
Bryson Kuba, LP., Land And Mineral Management
01.2010 - 12.2012
Title Abstractor/ Mineral Researcher
McBride Title Services, LLC
01.2007 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Benedict College