Title Examiner

Key Responsibilities: Title Searching & Analysis: Examine public records, deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, and map plats to verify legal ownership and legal descriptions of residential properties. Report Preparation: Draft accurate title commitments, prelims, and search reports detailing owner history, tax status, and necessary exceptions or requirements for insurance. Risk Evaluation: Identify title defects, clouds, unreleased liens, or boundary disputes, determining steps needed to clear titles prior to closing. Escrow & Underwriting Collaboration: Coordinate directly with Escrow Officers, real estate agents, lenders, and underwriters to resolve title issues quickly. System Management: Utilize title software and electronic plant databases to index and retrieve land records efficiently.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in residential title examination or title searching. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of real estate conveyancing, deeds, title commitment structures, and local county public record systems. Software Skills: Proficiency with industry title software platforms and standard Microsoft Office apps. Key Traits: High attention to detail, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to work efficiently under strict escrow deadlines.

Licensure: State Title Examiner or Producer license is preferred (or required based on local state regulations).