Maryland Title Examiner

First American•Usa, MD

6d•Remote

About The Position

Searches public records and examines titles, primarily for residential properties, to determine the legal condition of property title. Copies or summarizes recorded documents that affect title. The role may be based in a production center or branch office, with workflows typically determined by geographic practices. In some cases, the examiner gathers information and creates a title commitment before passing it to a Title Officer. The position works independently and uses experience to examine real property titles of varying complexity, determine title status, and establish the chain of title.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of title examination experience.
Maryland title examination experience.
State license(s), if required.
Detail and quality orientation.
Analytical review skills.
Research and investigative skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Customer service orientation.
Standard MS skill set.
Proficiency with company operating systems.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of legal terms.

Responsibilities

Examines titles and chains of title for a wide range of title orders, primarily residential.
Abstracts and analyzes records—including mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books—to determine ownership and legal restrictions, verify property legal descriptions, and check record completeness.
Resolves issues such as missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information in title documentation.
Prepares initial title commitment documentation by applying procedural guidelines.
Prepares and reviews reports for accuracy.
May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.