Commercial Title Officer - Remote USA

First American•Usa, CA

9d•Remote

About The Position

First American’s National Commercial Services team provides single-point service for commercial real estate transactions, from single-property transactions to multi-property, multi-state transactions. The company is seeking a Commercial Title Officer for its growing Energy group. This role supports commercial real estate transactions in a dynamic, fast-paced setting by performing title searches, analyzing records and data, and providing information critical to the transaction process. The officer coordinates the resolution and completion of the commercial title process. The role may involve performing or reviewing complete title searches depending on locality and corporate standards; evaluating records to determine ownership, legal restrictions, legal descriptions, and record completeness; pricing title products; and reviewing documentation. In some regions or locations, the officer consults with attorneys about search packages and matters requiring escalation. The position is remote and advertised at $30.91–$41.20 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3–5 years of commercial title-related experience.
Knowledge of the MS Office suite and ability to adapt quickly to new software applications and technologies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
Problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn and share.
Ability to research transaction history and background, analyze records, and evaluate information.
Ability to navigate internal and external resources to gather information and resolve questions.
Ability to multitask and handle all aspects of title support.
Professional, positive approach to helping customers.
Ability to contribute to a team and guide others as they grow in the field.

Responsibilities

Perform or review complete title searches for commercial transactions, depending on locality and corporate standards.
Analyze liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, property surveys, and other records to determine ownership and legal restrictions, verify property legal descriptions, and confirm record completeness.
Price commitments, endorsements, policies, and guarantees using appropriate fee schedules and charges.
Review and approve documentation, including deeds, operating agreements, and corporate resolutions.
Select appropriate write-ups for commitments and policies for standard and extended coverage.
In some regions or locations, consult with attorneys to review search packages and matters requiring escalation.
Coordinate resolution and completion of the commercial title process.
Gather information and resolve questions using internal and external resources while supporting customers and the team.