Senior Title Examiner (Remote)

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 eleven 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 Senior Title Examiner will search public records and examine titles to determine legal condition of property title, primarily for residential properties. Copy or summarize recorded documents, which affect the condition of title to the property. In some cases, the Title Examiner role gathers information and creates a commitment of title before passing along to a Title Officer. Works on assignments that are varied and complex requiring breadth and depth of experience. Senior level status is achieved after experiencing a variety of situations and mastering skills. Actively mentors less experienced team members and acts as a resource to provide input and knowledge. Has increased knowledge of state requirements. This position is remote, with a focus on Missouri and Kansas Title Examination. 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 May have customer contact Other duties as assigned What You'll Bring: High School Diploma or equivalent Typically requires 5+ years directly related experience and a demonstrated mastery of resources, skills and knowledge Title Examination experience in either Missouri or Kansas Multiple state licenses (as required by state) in order to do business in a broad geographic area Strong detail / quality orientation Strong analytical skills Strong problem-solving skills Customer service orientation Strong MS skill set Knowledge of legal terms used in title documents Able to read and decipher legal descriptions relating to title orders Strong knowledge of industry and company operating systems, tools and applications Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 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 is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but 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.