FL Title Examiner (Remote)

First American; South Carolina; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks detail-oriented Title Examiners to join their team, ensuring accurate title examinations for residential properties. This role involves analyzing complex title documents, resolving discrepancies, and preparing commitment reports. The company fosters a People First culture, valuing diversity and inclusion, while offering a supportive environment for professional growth. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on empowering employees, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the title industry.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

PTO/sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in title examination.
• State license(s) if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform title examinations and review the chain of title for residential properties.
• Prepare initial title commitment documents and reports for accuracy.
• Resolve issues in title documents and provide underwriting interpretation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical review skills

Research and investigative skills

Problem-solving abilities

Effective communication

Customer service orientation

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's National Production Services division provides global title and escrow production support across all channels within First American Title, including Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has believed in its people. We are passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to innovate and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for nine consecutive years. We have also been recognized as a best place to work for women, diversity, and LGBTQ+ employees, and have appeared on over 50 regional best places to work lists. First American strives to be a great place to work for all. For more information, visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

We search public records and examine titles to determine the legal condition of property titles, primarily for residential properties. Our team copies or summarizes recorded documents affecting the title's condition. Roles may be based in production centers or branch offices, with workflow typically determined by geographic practices. The Title Examiner gathers information and creates a title commitment before passing it to a Title Officer.

Works independently, using experience to examine real property titles of varying complexity to determine status and establish the chain of title.

HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

• Performs title examinations and reviews the chain of title for a wide range of residential title orders.
• Abstracts and analyzes records such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books to determine ownership, legal restrictions, and verify legal descriptions.
• Resolves issues like missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information in title documents.
• Prepares initial title commitment documents following procedural guidelines.
• Prepares and reviews reports for accuracy.
• May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Typically requires 2+ years of related experience.
• State license(s) if required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Analytical review skills.
• Research and investigative skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with MS Office and company operating systems.
• Knowledge of legal terms is helpful.

This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis until filled.

Pay Range: $20.72 - $27.62

This range reflects an estimate of the base pay at posting time. Actual pay depends on factors like knowledge, skills, experience, business needs, and location.

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What We Offer

We embrace individuality and support diversity, equity, and inclusion as key to our success. Our People First Culture celebrates who you are and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We are an equal opportunity employer. Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/sick leave, and other benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.