Title Examiner

Title ExaminerExamine public records and assess property titles, primarily for residential properties, while partnering with technology development teams to test and improve title examination platforms and applications. Apply practical examining experience to evaluate system results, identify gaps or inaccuracies, and provide clear feedback that helps shape how the technology supports title examination workflows. Work independently on title orders of varying complexity and contribute expertise throughout the development and refinement of tools used by examiners.

Depending on the workflow, prepare or review title commitment documentation and share findings with a Title Officer or other stakeholders.What You'll Do:Perform title examinations and review chains of title for a range of title orders, primarily residential.Abstract and analyze records—including mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books—to determine ownership, identify legal restrictions, verify legal descriptions, and assess record completeness.Resolve title issues involving missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information.Prepare initial title commitment documentation using established procedures and guidelines.Test title-related tools, platforms, and applications across a variety of workflows and scenarios.Compare system results with examiner judgment and source records; identify errors, omissions, inconsistencies, and opportunities to improve results.Provide specific, actionable feedback to technology development teams, including examples of expected results and relevant examining context.Help define and refine test scenarios and workflows based on real-world title examination practices.Review reports and other system-generated documentation for accuracy and usability.Provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines, as needed.Perform other duties as assignedWhat You'll Bring:High School diploma or equivalent2+ years of multistate title examination experienceState license(s) if requiredDetail / quality orientationAnalytical review skillsResearch and investigative skillsStrong problem-solving skillsCommunication skills, both verbal and writtenCustomer service orientationStandard MS skill setProficient with company operating systemsKnowledge of legal terms helpfulPay Range: $23.37 - $31.15 Hourly, RemoteThis 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.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.