Offer summary

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required., 6+ years of commercial examination experience in multiple states (IL, IN, MI, WI, IA, MN)., Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential., Knowledge of legal terms and ability to read legal descriptions related to title orders..

Key responsabilities:

Examine chain of title primarily for commercial/industrial properties.

Perform title examination of complex title orders requiring high expertise.

Abstract and analyze records to determine ownership and verify legal descriptions.

Provide underwriting interpretation and may have customer contact.

Job description

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 ten 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

Seeking a multi-state well experienced commercial examiner who has experience in several of the following states: IL, IN, MI, WI, IA & MN). This hire will 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 on assignments that are varied and complex requiring breadth and depth of experience with different types of properties. Acts as a resource to less experienced team members. Has increased knowledge of state requirements. Projects undertaken can be multi-million dollar commercial properties that may take days or even weeks to complete.

What You'll Do

Examines chain of title primarily for commercial/industrial 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 leases, subleases, acreage, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plot and map books. Determines ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property and completeness of records for examinations, including multi-site properties.
Writes title products based on the interpretation and application of procedural guidelines
Provides underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
May have customer contact
Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

High School Diploma or equivalent
6+ years directly related commercial examination experience in several of the following states: IL, IN, MI, WI, IA & MN
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

Salary Range: $30.14 - $40.18 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.

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