Title Examiner

About This Role

Examining and abstracting documents from public records to provide title opinions is the core of this role, which involves extensive title knowledge to identify and resolve issues for a clear title. The position is responsible for delivering accurate and professional title commitments while maintaining high productivity and assessing risks according to policy provisions.

Responsibilities

• Examine title orders within company guidelines to determine the conditions of the title and insurability by considering the effect of documents such as deeds, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, assessments, probates, and other matters of record
• Research respective title plant software, analyze and evaluate pertinent record documents for determination of ownership, legal descriptions, and any conjunction to title
• Explain chain of title, exceptions, and requirements to customers and managers
• Recognize title defects and formulate curative solutions
• Assess risks and liabilities that may jeopardize the company and bring these matters to the attention of the local title manager, state title manager, or underwriter, as appropriate
• Maintain proper production levels and delivery standards on a daily basis
• Work closely with the customer and escrow staff to meet time requirements for options and assist with answering questions
• Prepare an accurate and comprehensive title commitment in accordance with company examining and policy procedures
• Perform other duties assigned by manager
• Participate in special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Experienced Title examination background in the state of CA, AZ, and NV
• Familiarity with TitlePoint, DataTrace, and County website searching
• Knowledge of underwriting policies and guidelines
• A clear understanding of metes and bounds, with adverse matters that pertain to subject property
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organizational skills and ability to work within established time frames
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining control
• Excellent problem solving/critical thinking
• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum of four years of industry experience

Nice to have:

• Experience in CO
• Specialized training in word processing software, database, or spreadsheet software (obtained either in school or by up to six months of training)

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance