Texas Title Examiner

First American • West Odessa, TX

6d • $23 - $31 • Remote

About The Position

The Title Examiner role is responsible for managing the title process from intake through delivery while also performing title examination and analysis for orders in the state of Texas. This position works cross-functionally with internal teams, title providers, and clients to ensure accurate, timely, and complete title products. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently examine and resolve title issues of varying complexity, primarily for residential properties.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Typically 2+ years of experience in title examination, escrow, title coordination, curative, or related lender/title roles
• State title license(s), if required by jurisdiction
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Analytical, research, and investigative skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Customer service–oriented mindset with a professional, positive attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and company/client operating systems
• Exercises good judgment and sound decision-making

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of legal terminology related to real property (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the end-to-end title workflow, monitoring progress from searchers and title providers
• Facilitate customer and partner requests via email, phone, fax, and other communication channels
• Review mortgage loan and title files for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements
• Perform title examination by reviewing public records and examining chain of title
• Abstract and analyze documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, plats, and vital statistics
• Resolve most title issues such as missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or conflicting information
• Coordinate and confirm title clearance with title providers and internal stakeholders
• Prepare and/or review title commitments and related documentation in accordance with procedural guidelines
• Update and maintain inventory in company operating systems; manage and track inventory and production reports
• Maintain and develop effective working relationships with clients and settlement partners
• Monitor processes to ensure timelines are met; identify, escalate, and communicate issues as needed
• May track foreclosure sale deeds and assist with special projects
• Provide title production and settlement services support as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees