Title Examiner - Remote Opportunity

First American; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Title Examiner to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing thorough title examinations and analyzing complex property records to ensure legal compliance and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in title examination, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to quality. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes its people and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of examination experience in Maryland required.
• Knowledge of legal terms is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform title examinations and review the chain of title for residential properties.
• Abstract and analyze records to determine ownership and verify property descriptions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical review skills

Research skills

Problem-solving abilities

Customer service orientation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office tools

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 foster an environment where everyone feels 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 ten consecutive years. We have also been recognized as a best place to work for women, diversity, and LGBTQ+ employees, and featured 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 are seeking a candidate experienced in Maryland Title Exam. The ideal candidate will search public records and examine titles to determine the legal condition of property titles, primarily for residential properties. Responsibilities include copying or summarizing recorded documents affecting property titles. These roles may be based in production centers or branch offices, with workflows typically determined by geographic practices. The Title Examiner gathers information and creates title commitments before passing them to a Title Officer.

The role requires working independently and using experience to examine real property titles, ranging in complexity, to determine status and establish the chain of title.

What You'll Do

• Perform title examinations and review the chain of title for various residential title orders.
• Abstract and analyze records such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books to determine ownership, legal restrictions, and verify property descriptions.
• Resolve issues like missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information in title documentation.
• Prepare initial title commitment documents following 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 examination experience in Maryland.
• Attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Analytical review skills.
• Research and investigative skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with standard MS Office tools.
• Knowledge of legal terms is helpful.

Salary Range: $22.80 - $30.38 Hourly

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

What We Offer

We embrace individuality and support diversity, equity, and inclusion as key to our success. Our People First Culture celebrates all aspects of diversity, encouraging you to bring your whole self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, sick leave, and other benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.