Title Examiner

First American•New York, NY

1d•$23 - $31•Remote

About The Position

First American’s Agency Division is seeking a Title Examiner to examine public records and assess property titles, primarily for residential properties, while partnering with technology development teams to test and improve title examination platforms and applications. The role applies practical examining experience to evaluate system results, identify gaps or inaccuracies, and provide feedback to improve technology supporting title examination workflows. The examiner works independently on title orders of varying complexity and contributes expertise to the development and refinement of tools used by examiners. Depending on the workflow, the position may prepare or review title commitment documentation and share findings with a Title Officer or other stakeholders. The role may also provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of multistate 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 is helpful.

Responsibilities

Perform title examinations and review chains of title for a range of title orders, primarily residential.
Abstract and analyze records—including mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books—to determine ownership, identify legal restrictions, verify legal descriptions, and assess record completeness.
Resolve title issues involving missing, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information.
Prepare initial title commitment documentation using established procedures and guidelines.
Test title-related tools, platforms, and applications across a variety of workflows and scenarios.
Compare system results with examiner judgment and source records; identify errors, omissions, inconsistencies, and opportunities to improve results.
Provide specific, actionable feedback to technology development teams, including examples of expected results and relevant examining context.
Help define and refine test scenarios and workflows based on real-world title examination practices.
Review reports and other system-generated documentation for accuracy and usability.
Provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines, as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.