Title Officer - Commercial

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. 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

First American is reinventing the commercial title industry from within. We’re looking for a unique, ambitious individual who wants to join an early-stage, high-growth operation within a larger, Fortune 500 organization.
In support of this rapidly expanding team, your main responsibility will be to ensure that a commercial property can be legally transferred with clear title.

As a Title Officer, you will:
Perform complete title searches primarily for commercial transactions from patent in section land.
Properly price commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees using appropriate schedule of fees and charges.
Utilize technical bulletins in order to evaluate and resolve problems.
Select appropriate write-ups for commitments and policies, both standard and extended coverage, and write error-free instructions to production typist for same.
Exercise judgment within defi ned policies and procedures.
Use data to drive decision making and continual process improvements.

Core traits we’re looking for:
Seeks to execute.
Works independently, while routinely checking in with the team.
Works eff ectively in ambiguous circumstances, seeking clarity through asking questions.
Ability to manage and balance multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Your qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.
3-5 years title/related real estate experience.
Regional or national commercial title experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical review, research, and problem solving skills.
Familiarity with company operating systems and knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, strongly desired.

Why Join Our Team:
You’ll join the ground floor of a transformative business where you can make an impact.
You’ll be entrusted with responsibility and autonomy in your day-to-day work.
We off er competitive compensation; an annual, performance-based bonus; and long-term incentive plans.
Customizable benefi ts including Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K Match.
Virtual and in-person team events.

**This is a fully remote job**

Pay Range: $27.40-$45.66 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.

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.