Athena Jacob
Alameda
Summary
Results-oriented research specialist with over five years of experience in professional documentation, business analysis, and systematic record investigation. Highly proficient in navigating law library repositories to retrieve historical case law, statutes, and non-digitized property records using advanced search methodologies. Technically skilled in library organization and information science, with a deep understanding of Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal classification systems. Expert at applying metadata standards and complex cataloging to manage large-scale data environments, ensuring maximum retrievability and organizational integrity. A disciplined investigator with a degree in business and marketing and a proven track record in primary source verification, seeking to leverage a career-long commitment to data accuracy and archival excellence in a high-level research or compliance role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Records Researcher
Precision Title Agency
03.2024 - 02.2026
- Conducted thorough searches of public records to verify property ownership and liens.
- Analyzed legal documents for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Utilized proprietary software to streamline data entry processes and improve efficiency.
- Collaborated with title agents to gather necessary information for closing transactions.
- Verify legal land descriptions against survey maps, plats, and geographic information systems to ensure accuracy in property boundaries.
- Compile and organize findings into a formal abstract of title or property report for review by title officers and legal counsel.
- Conduct heirship and genealogical research to locate missing owners or clarify interests in probate and estate-related property transfers.
- Maintain strict adherence to industry standards and state-specific regulatory requirements for document verification.
- Utilize digital title plants and county-specific online portals to retrieve and evaluate recorded instruments efficiently.
- High level of proficiency in primary source verification and investigative research techniques.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical legal terminology and financial documents.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects under strict deadlines.
- Technical literacy in database management and specialized public records search software.
- Excellent written communication skills for the preparation of concise technical reports.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure comprehensive coverage of all relevant sources and repositories.
Menzies Aviation
Environmental Compliance Manager
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Lead detailed investigations into fuel inventory variances by reconciling physical tank measurements against digital point of sale records.
- Research and interpret evolving federal and state environmental regulations to ensure the facility remains in total compliance with hazardous material storage laws.
- Conduct root cause analysis research following any mechanical or quality control failures within the fuel farm or hydrant system.
- Manage the archival and retrieval of historical maintenance and inspection records for internal audits and government oversight.
- Coordinate with airport land use departments to research easements, property boundaries, and permitting requirements for infrastructure expansion projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Colorado Tech. University
Online06-2024
Skills
- Legal research
- Document review
- Background checks
- Records management
- Information verification
- Public records
- Land records
- Multitasking
- Systematic indexing and Dewey Decimal system
Timeline
Public Records Researcher
Precision Title Agency
03.2024 - 02.2026
Menzies Aviation
Environmental Compliance Manager
11.2022 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business
Colorado Tech. University