Senior Title Examiner and Project Coordinator (Remote)
Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! 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 Are you someone looking for an opportunity that will allow you to use your past Title Exam and Title Search experience on the West Coast while working for a world-renowned title company? If so, First American Vacation Ownership has a unique remote opportunity available.Works on assignments that are varied and complex requiring breadth and depth of experience. 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
Answers routine day to day questions received from the team
Responsible for supervising special projects assigned by the department manager. Tasks may include delegating responsibilities to other team members
Immediately escalating issues/concerns to department manager
May have customer contact
Consistently acts within accordance of the Vacation Ownership's Services Golden Rules and exhibits core First American values
Will not be responsible for any direct reports
What You'll Bring:
4+ years of experience with both title exam and title searching
Title Agent license preferred but not required
Knowledge of legal terms used in title documents
Able to read and decipher legal descriptions relating to title orders
Commercial experience a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Research skills
Complex problem-solving skills
Ability to work well under pressure and remain flexible to changing demands
Solid administrative skills
Strong knowledge of industry and company operating systems, tools and applications
High school diploma or equivalent
Pay Range: $26.21 - $34.95 HourlyThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.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 celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also 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.** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.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.
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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
Answers routine day to day questions received from the team
Responsible for supervising special projects assigned by the department manager. Tasks may include delegating responsibilities to other team members
Immediately escalating issues/concerns to department manager
May have customer contact
Consistently acts within accordance of the Vacation Ownership's Services Golden Rules and exhibits core First American values
Will not be responsible for any direct reports
What You'll Bring:
4+ years of experience with both title exam and title searching
Title Agent license preferred but not required
Knowledge of legal terms used in title documents
Able to read and decipher legal descriptions relating to title orders
Commercial experience a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Research skills
Complex problem-solving skills
Ability to work well under pressure and remain flexible to changing demands
Solid administrative skills
Strong knowledge of industry and company operating systems, tools and applications
High school diploma or equivalent
Pay Range: $26.21 - $34.95 HourlyThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.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 celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also 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.** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.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.
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