Senior Title Examiner (remote)

First American; Kingston Heights (TN); Remote; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote

Job summary

First American is seeking a Title Examiner to join our Agency Division. You will examine chain of title for residential properties and sometimes commercial, performing complex examinations and writing title products.

You will mentor teammates, provide underwriting interpretation, and may contact customers. A high school diploma and 5+ years of title experience, plus state licenses, are required. This role offers remote work in a national capacity with competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Typically 5+ years of directly related title examination experience.
• Tennessee Title Examination experience.
• Multiple state licenses (as required by state).
• Strong detail / quality orientation.
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Customer service orientation and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Examine chain of title primarily for residential properties (may include commercial/industrial).
• Perform title examinations of complex orders requiring high title expertise.
• Abstract and analyze records (mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, plat/map books).
• Write title products based on guidelines and interpretation.
• Provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines.
• Mentor less experienced team members.
• May have customer contact.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

MS Office

Legal terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing our policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Search public records and examine titles to determine legal condition of property title, primarily for residential properties. Copy or summarize recorded documents, which affect the condition of title to the property. These roles may be found in production center or branch office environments. Actual work flow is typically determined by geographic practices. In some cases, the Title Examiner role gathers information and creates a commitment of title before passing along to a Title Officer. Works on assignments that are varied and complex requiring breadth and depth of experience. Senior level status is achieved after experiencing a variety of situations and mastering skills. Actively mentors less experienced team members and acts as a resource to provide input and knowledge. Has increased knowledge of state requirements.

What You'll Do

• Examines chain of title primarily for residential properties but may expand into commercial and/or industrial
• Performs title examination of complex title orders requiring a high level of title expertise
• Abstracts and analyzes records, such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books, to determine ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property and completeness of records
• Writes title products based on the interpretation and application of procedural guidelines
• Provides underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
• Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members
• May have customer contact
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Typically requires 5+ years directly related experience and a demonstrated mastery of resources, skills and knowledge
• Tennessee Title Examination experience
• Multiple state licenses (as required by state) in order to do business in a broad geographic area
• Strong detail / quality orientation
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Customer service orientation
• Strong MS skill set
• Knowledge of legal terms used in title documents
• Able to read and decipher legal descriptions relating to title orders
• Strong knowledge of industry and company operating systems, tools and applications

Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 Hourly, Remote

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. Our people are the foundation of First American’s success and that is the reason we put them first. This philosophy has cultivated a culture of happy employees who are highly engaged, passionate about their work and leave each day feeling they have made a difference.

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