What We DoWe are seeking an experienced Commercial Title Examiner with Mississippi-specific experience

In this role, the Commercial Title Examiner will search public records and examine complex titles to determine legal condition of property title, primarily for commercial properties, in addition to copy or summarize recorded documents, which affect the condition of title to the property.

This is a remote position where you will work independently and use experience to examine complex titles to real property, to determine status and establish chain of title.

What You'll Do Responsible for performing complete title examination and examine the chain of title primarily for commercial transactions Abstracts and analyzes records, such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books to determine ownership and legal restrictions, verify legal description of property and completeness of records Resolves most issues such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information contained in the title documentation Review title commitment documentation based on the application of procedural guidelines Prepares and reviews reports for accuracy May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines Obtain document copies from county websites and imaging systems Perform online research Follow preestablished First American search and exam guidelines

What You'll Bring Familiar with all aspects of title work Strong written and verbal communication skills Analytical review skills Research skills Strong problem-solving skills Possesses critical thinking skills and the ability to sort through online files and other various records Detail / quality orientation Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary internal and external customer service Must be able to keep up in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices Must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to research independently Ability to manage and balance multiple projects Familiarity with key functions of a computer as well as knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel Proficient in researching title records, searching through multiple title plants and various resources needed to search complex properties and compile records Possesses a comprehensive understanding of all documents shown in the public records, knowledge of legal descriptions and the ability to read a legal description and plot it on a map Must be able to work well with others in a remote environment 3-5 years Commercial Title Exam Experience to include Mississippi College Degree Preferred But Not Required

Candidates must have the ability to... Work from home Have high speed internet to use our secure VPN environment Have a dedicated space to work from home without background noise Be available to work during fulltime during business hours & attend fulltime training Work overtime as needed by the business unit

Salary Range: $23.80 - 39.70 Hourly This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We OfferBy choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it!  Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity emp oyer in every sense of the term.

* Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. * First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

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.

First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.