Job Description

Posting number: ROD-2026-134

Department: Register of Deeds

Job classification: Real Estate- UCC Technician I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Clerical & Data Entry, Customer Service

Summary

Help preserve the records that protect property rights, support local government, and serve our community.

Are you detail-oriented, customer-focused, and passionate about accuracy? The Sheboygan County Register of Deeds Office is seeking a Real Estate Technician to join our dedicated team.

In this important role, you will help maintain and safeguard official county records while providing exceptional service to residents, attorneys, title companies, surveyors, real estate professionals, and other stakeholders. Every document you process contributes to the integrity of property ownership records and helps ensure public access to accurate information.

If you enjoy working with legal documents, technology, and people—and take pride in delivering precise, high-quality work—this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Examples of duties

As a Real Estate Technician, you will:

• Review and process real estate documents, UCC filings, plats, certified survey maps, and other official records for compliance with Wisconsin recording requirements.
• Record, scan, index, and maintain electronic land records using specialized recording software.
• Verify legal descriptions, ownership information, tax parcel numbers, and other critical document details.
• Assist customers at the counter, by phone, and through written correspondence regarding recording requirements, document research, and public records requests.
• Prepare certified and uncertified copies of recorded documents and vital records.
• Collect fees, process payments, reconcile transactions, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support public access to land records while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with applicable laws and procedures.
• Provide backup support for various Register of Deeds functions and assist with office operations as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in business administration, legal studies, paralegal studies, office administration, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in records management, legal support, title work, real estate transactions, customer service, clerical administration, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn specialized land records and recording software.
• Ability to successfully complete any required background checks and pre-employment screenings.