Title Examiner - Remote Opportunity

First American; New Jersey; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes its people! This role involves performing title examinations and ensuring the accuracy of property titles. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented mindset, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service. You'll thrive in an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package. If you're ready to make an impact while growing your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in title examination, especially in NJ.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform title examination and review the chain of title for residential properties.
• Analyze records to determine ownership and verify legal descriptions.

Skills

Detail orientation

Analytical review skills

Research and investigative skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of legal terms

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 the Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. 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 ten 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 the 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 workflow 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 independently and uses experience to examine title to real property, ranging in complexity, to determine status and establish chain of title.

What You'll Do

• Perform title examination and review the chain of title for a wide range of title orders, primarily residential
• Abstract and analyze records such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books to determine ownership, legal restrictions, and verify legal descriptions of property and record completeness
• Resolve issues such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory data contained in title documentation
• Prepare initial title commitment documentation based on procedural guidelines
• Review reports for accuracy
• Provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Typically requires 2+ years of directly related experience
• Experience conducting title exams for the state of NJ
• Detail and quality orientation
• Analytical review skills
• Research and investigative skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Customer service orientation
• Proficiency with standard MS Office applications
• Knowledge of legal terms is helpful

Salary Range: $22.80 - $30.38 Hourly

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

What We Offer

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality — we embrace it, support it, and thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion, not just because it's right but because it's key to our success. We foster an authentic and inclusive workplace for all. You are 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 benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.