• Job Description

  Req#: R045323

  Who We Are

  Join a team that puts its People First! First American's National Production Services division provides global title and escrow production support across all channels within First American Title including the Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. 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 nine 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

  Search public records and examine titles to determine legal condition of primarily commercial or industrial property title. Copy or summarize recorded documents which affect the condition of title to the property. Works independently and uses experience to examine title to real property, ranging in complexity, to determine status and establish chain of title. Builds base of experience with different types of property. Projects undertaken can range from simple parcels requiring a few hours of production time to commercial properties that may take days or even weeks to complete.

  ***We are seeking a well-versed Commercial Examiner who has experience working Florida files***
  

  In your role of the Commercial Examiner, you will search public records and examine titles to determine legal condition of primarily commercial or industrial property in addition to copy or summarize recorded documents, which affect the condition of title to the property. These roles may be found within production center or branch office environments. The actual workflow is typically determined by geographic practices and requires an increased knowledge of state requirements. The Commercial Title Examiner role gathers information and creates a commitment of title before passing along to a Commercial Title Officer.

  This is a remote position where you will work independently and use experience to examine title to real property, ranging in complexity, to determine status and establish chain of title.

  What You'll Do

  • Examine the chain of title for commercial/industrial properties
  • Perform title examination of complex title orders requiring a high level of title expertise
  • Abstract and analyze records, such as leases, subleases, acreage, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plot and map books. Determine ownership and legal restrictions to verify legal description of property and completeness of records for examinations, including multi-site properties
  • Read and decipher legal descriptions relating to title orders
  • Resolve most issues such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate or contradictory information contained in the title documentation
  • Write title products based on the interpretation and application of procedural guidelines
  • Prepare and review reports for accuracy
  • Provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines

  What You'll Bring

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 6+ years directly related experience in Florida Commercial Exam
  • Strong detail / quality orientation
  • Analytical review skills with strong research and investigative skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Customer service orientation
  • Standard MS skill set
  • Multiple state licenses (as required by state) to do business in a broad geographic area
  • Knowledge of legal terms used in title documents

  Salary Range: $24.05 - $32.70 Hourly

  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.

• About the company

  In June 2010, First American Financial Corporation was established when First American split its businesses to create First American Financial Corporation which provides title and settlement services to the real estate and mortgage industry, and CoreLo...

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