Sr. Commercial Title Officer - Remote CA

First American•Usa, CA

9d•Remote

About The Position

First American’s National Commercial Services is seeking a Sr. Commercial Title Officer for its Energy group. The position supports commercial real estate transactions ranging from single-site matters to high-liability, multi-site transactions. The officer performs or reviews title searches, analyzes records and data, and provides information critical to the transaction process. The role also coordinates resolution and completion of the commercial title process. Depending on locality and corporate standards, the officer may consult with attorneys on search packages and matters requiring escalation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5–7 years of commercial title-related experience.
Knowledge of the Microsoft 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, analyze and evaluate records, and gather information to resolve questions.
Ability to multi-task and handle all aspects of title support.
Professional, positive approach to helping customers and ability to build relationships.

Nice To Haves

Comfort guiding others as they grow in the field.

Responsibilities

Perform or review complete title searches for commercial transactions based 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 assess record completeness.
Price commitments, endorsements, policies, and guarantees using the 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.
Gather information and resolve questions using internal and external resources.
Support customers and colleagues through clear communication and contribute to a team delivering customer service.
Guide others as they grow in the field.