Texas Title Examiner

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 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 The Title Examiner role is responsible for managing the title process from intake through delivery while also performing title examination and analysis for orders in the state of Texas. This position works cross-functionally with internal teams, title providers, and clients to ensure accurate, timely, and complete title products. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently examine and resolve title issues of varying complexity, primarily for residential properties. What You'll Do: • Coordinate and manage the end-to-end title workflow, monitoring progress from searchers and title providers • Facilitate customer and partner requests via email, phone, fax, and other communication channels • Review mortgage loan and title files for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements • Perform title examination by reviewing public records and examining chain of title • Abstract and analyze documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, plats, and vital statistics • Resolve most title issues such as missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or conflicting information • Coordinate and confirm title clearance with title providers and internal stakeholders • Prepare and/or review title commitments and related documentation in accordance with procedural guidelines • Update and maintain inventory in company operating systems; manage and track inventory and production reports • Maintain and develop effective working relationships with clients and settlement partners • Monitor processes to ensure timelines are met; identify, escalate, and communicate issues as needed • May track foreclosure sale deeds and assist with special projects • Provide title production and settlement services support as needed • Perform other duties as assigned What You'll Bring: • High School diploma or equivalent • Typically 2+ years of experience in title examination, escrow, title coordination, curative, or related lender/title roles • State title license(s), if required by jurisdiction • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality • Analytical, research, and investigative skills • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities • Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Customer service–oriented mindset with a professional, positive attitude • Working knowledge of legal terminology related to real property (preferred) • Proficient in arenaflex Office and company/client operating systems • Exercises good judgment and sound decision-making Pay Range: $23.37 - $31.15 Hourly, Remote This 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. 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. Apply tot his job

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