Remote Commercial Title Examiner - Analyze & Verify Titles

First American; Maryland; Remote; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

First American is seeking a Title Examiner to join its Agency Division. You will perform title examination and analyze the chain of title on varied property orders, working remotely in the United States.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 3+ years of related experience, strong analytical, research and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. Knowledge of legal terms is helpful; familiarity with underwriting guidelines is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years directly related experience.
• State license(s) if required.
• Detail / quality orientation.
• Analytical review skills.
• Research skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Customer service orientation.
• Standard MS skill set.
• Proficient with company operating systems.
• Knowledge of legal terms helpful.

Responsibilities

• Performs title examination and examines the chain of title for a wide range of title orders, primarily commercial/residential.
• Abstracts and analyzes records, such as leases, subleases, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plot and map books. Determines ownership and legal restrictions to verify legal description of property and completeness of records that may cross county lines.
• Resolves most issues such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate or contradictory information contained in the title documentation
• Prepares initial title commitment documentation based on the application of procedural guidelines
• Prepares and reviews reports for accuracy
• May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Detail orientation

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Customer service

MS Office

Legal terms knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

First American is seeking a Title Examiner to join its Agency Division. You will perform title examination and analyze the chain of title on varied property orders, working remotely in the United States.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 3+ years of related experience, strong analytical, research and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. Knowledge of legal terms is helpful; familiarity with underwriting guidelines is a plus.