How to Become a Register of Deeds

A Register of Deeds is someone who works for the government on the county level. Register of Deeds is an elected position. The Register of Deeds oversees and manages the record-keeping for the county. This includes birth and death certificates, military service records, business name registration, property deeds and marriage and divorce records. Duties also include name changes and certification of Notary Public applicants.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

1. Take an interest in politics will help you become a Register of Deeds. Talk with elected officials on the county level and ask how they got started. Get active in politics in your community.

2. Pursue a job in government. This could include anything from clerk in the tax office to secretary for the police department. See if there are any job openings at the County Clerk's office where the Register of Deeds serves. Any government job can help get your foot in the door.

3. Study business administration. To become a Register of Deeds will require more than just getting elected. You'll need business management skills to be successful in this career. You'll have a huge responsibility keeping track of the personal records of an entire county.

4. Plan your run for election. Find out when the next election date will be. Check with the Clerk and Register of Deeds office to see if they have candidate packets. You'll receive forms with instructions and a manual to help plan your campaign finances. There will usually be included in the packet an Affidavit of Identity and other documents required to become a Register of Deeds.

Tips & Warnings

• Use any background you may have in the business world to promote yourself for Register of Deeds. Whether you own your own business or have worked for other companies, the experience will be a plus.

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