Commercial Title Officer

Who We Are

Join 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 Do

Underwrites, researches and writes Title Policies, primarily for commercial transactions, in accordance with internal and external policies and regulations.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for performing complete title searches primarily for commercial transactions from patent in section land
• Familiar with all aspects of title work
• Properly prices commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees using appropriate schedule of fees and charges
• Utilizes technical bulletins in order to evaluate and resolve problems
• Selects appropriate write-ups for commitments and policies both standard and extended coverage and writes error-free instructions to production typist for same
• Participates in business development activities to maintain existing clients and acquire new clients

What You'll Bring

• 3-5 years title/related real estate experience   
• High School diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with company operating systems and knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, strongly desired
• Must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to research independently as needed
• Must be able to keep up in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to manage and balance multiple projects
• Detail / quality orientation
• Analytical review skills
• Research skills
• Strong problem solving skills

Salary Range: $24.50 - $42.00 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 Offer

By 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.

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.