Sr. Title Examiner – Complex Projects

First American•Santa Ana, CA

6d•Remote

About The Position

First American Vacation Ownership has a unique remote opportunity available. This individual will work on assignments that are varied and complex requiring a wide range of expertise. Actively engages clients on challenging title matters, mentors less experienced team members and acts as a resource to provide input and knowledge on special projects. We are looking for someone who has: Arizona, California and Nevada title examination experience Intricate title examination experience in Residential, Commercial or Home Builder sectors Breadth and depth of experience related to easement and declaration review with the aptitude to analyze real estate project sales.

Requirements

7+ years of experience with both title exam and title searching
Arizona, California and Nevada title examination experience
Intricate title examination experience in Residential, Commercial or Home Builder sectors
Breadth and depth of experience related to easement and declaration review with the aptitude to analyze real estate project sales
Knowledge of legal terms used in title documents
Able to read and decipher legal descriptions relating to title orders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Research skills
Complex problem-solving skills
Ability to work well under pressure and remain flexible to changing demands
Solid administrative skills
Strong knowledge of industry and company operating systems, tools and applications
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Title Agent license preferred but not required
Commercial experience a plus

Responsibilities

Examines chain of title primarily for underlying real estate in which condominium projects are located as well as individual interests within that condominium
Performs title examination of complex title orders requiring a high level of title expertise
Abstracts and analyzes records, such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books, to determine ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property and completeness of records
Writes title products based on the interpretation and application of procedural guidelines
Provides underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
Provides guidance, training and mentoring to less experienced team members as needed
Responsible for supervising special projects assigned by the department manager
Will have client/customer contact