Title Examiner

About This Role

The Title Examiner is responsible for conducting research, preparing documents, and working cross-functionally to maintain current clientele and support business growth. This role suits a highly motivated and proactive individual with excellent communication and organizational skills, strong time management, and attention to detail, who is also a team player with a strong desire to provide a "best in class" customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Search and examine titles of moderate to advanced complexity in accordance with company and underwriting examining procedures to determine the status of the title or establish a chain of title
• Abstract and analyze deeds, mortgages, easements, judgments, tax assessments, mineral reservations, and other applicable instruments
• Demonstrate proficiency in mapping unplatted land
• Compile reports from searched data, type commitments/search products, and bill accordingly
• Update commitments/search products through closing
• Review commitments and closing documents after closing. Type and produce final policies
• Respond to various requests from company employees, affiliates/attorneys, and the general public regarding the status of legal title and insurability of title
• Locate, compile, and post information from city, county, and other public records for updating company files, logs, and indexes
• Search/examine and write continuations and reinsured cases of moderate complexity
• Review and process title clearance requests, indemnities, policies, and corrections
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and internal staff members
• Complete all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or higher preferred
• 1-3+ years of Title Examiner experience required; 5+ years preferred
• Experience working with ResWare, Qualia, or other industry software is required
• Extensive background in examining Michigan properties required; multi-state title experience preferred
• Ability to serve as a role model by maintaining high-quality standards and providing educational assistance/constructive feedback to team members

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays
• Medical (Blue-Cross Blue-Shield & Blue Care Network) insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision and Dental insurance options
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement plans
• Employer-funded Profit-Sharing and Cash Balance retirement plans
• Company-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free mental health and financial counseling services