Title Examiner - Remote Opportunity

First American; Robbinsville Township (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes its people and fosters a supportive, inclusive culture. This role involves conducting title examinations for residential properties, ensuring legal clarity and accuracy in documentation. With a commitment to diversity and employee well-being, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401k options. If you have a detail-oriented mindset and strong analytical skills, this position is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the industry while advancing your career in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in title examinations, particularly in NJ.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform title examinations and analyze ownership records.
• Prepare initial title commitment documents and review for accuracy.

Skills

Detail Orientation

Analytical Review Skills

Research Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office Applications

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 titles, primarily for residential properties. Copy or summarize recorded documents affecting the condition of title to the property. These roles may be in production centers or branch offices. Actual workflow is typically determined by geographic practices. In some cases, the Title Examiner gathers information and creates a commitment of title before passing it 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

1. Perform title examinations and review the chain of title for various title orders, primarily residential.
2. 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 properties.
3. Resolve issues like missing, incomplete, or contradictory information in title documentation.
4. Prepare initial title commitment documents following procedural guidelines.
5. Review reports for accuracy.
6. Provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines, if required.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Typically requires 2+ years of directly related experience.
3. Experience conducting title exams for the state of NJ.
4. Detail and quality orientation.
5. Analytical review skills.
6. Research and investigative skills.
7. Strong problem-solving skills.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
9. Customer service orientation.
10. Proficiency with standard MS Office applications and company operating systems.
11. Knowledge of legal terms is helpful.

Salary Range: $22.80 - $30.38 Hourly

This hiring range is an estimate based on current data. Pay is determined by factors including knowledge, skills, experience, business needs, and location.

What We Offer

We embrace individuality and support diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our People First Culture celebrates what makes each of us unique. We foster an authentic and inclusive workplace for all. You are encouraged to bring your full self to work. First American is 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.