Senior Commercial Title Officer (Remote)

Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing our policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We DoUnderwrites, researches and writes Title Policies, in accordance with internal and external policies and regulations.

What You'll Do:

• Examines all classes of title searches including difficult title orders such as insurance of commercial leaseholds, trust indentures, contracts, operating agreements and other highly involved property interests.  Act in an advisory capacity; decisions regularly involve resolving unique and complex situations. Reconciles title problems and accepts responsibility for loss claim investigation
• May be team leader for a unit consisting of examiners, searchers or other title staff; may provide input to staff selection, performance feedback
• Analyzes records, such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, plat and map books, and property surveys to determine ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property and completeness of records  
• Analyzes the effect of probate, foreclosures, building court cases, and bankruptcy proceedings on title insurance
• Reviews and approves a variety of documentation including deeds, operating agreements, trusts, wills, affidavits of heirships, corporate resolutions, partnership agreements, and state filed Articles of Incorporation and Articles of Organization
• Selects appropriate write-ups for commitments and policies for both standard and extended coverage
• Forms and maintains business partnerships with clientele.  May participate in business development activities to maintain existing clients and acquire new clients and attend customer visits with sales personnel and/or provide formal training/classes
• Uses technical bulletins and other resources to evaluate and resolve problems
• May price commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees using predetermined schedule of fees and charges
• In some regions/locations, consult with attorneys to review search packages and on matters that require escalation
• May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines 
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5-7 years directly related experience
• Demonstration of skill mastery
• Through experience, has encountered a wide range of issues and situations and has demonstrated mastery of skills.
• Familiar with all aspects of title work
• Flexible with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to handle all aspects of title support  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong detail orientation
• Able to meet deadlines under pressure

Pay Range: $65,600 - $109,200 Annually

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 employer 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. Apply