Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. 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 eleven 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

Title Officer (Remote Eligible)

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Title Officer to examine, analyze, and clear title for residential and commercial real estate transactions. This role is critical to ensuring properties are insurable and ready for closing by identifying and resolving title defects.

As a Title Officer, you will operate in an advisory capacity partnering with customers, lenders, attorneys, and internal teams to investigate issues, obtain documentation, and deliver clear, accurate title commitments in accordance with underwriting standards and regulatory requirements.

This position may be fully remote depending on location and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct title examinations by reviewing the chain of title for residential and commercial transactions

• Analyze public records, including mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, plats, surveys, and tax records to determine ownership and identify encumbrances

• Identify and resolve title defects, including missing, incomplete, or conflicting information

• Evaluate the impact of legal proceedings such as probate, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and court actions on title insurability

• Review and approve legal documents including deeds, trusts, wills, affidavits of heirship, corporate resolutions, and entity formation documents

• Prepare and finalize title commitments and policies, selecting appropriate coverage and endorsements

• Communicate with customers, attorneys, lenders, and third parties to obtain required documentation and clear title requirements

• Apply underwriting guidelines, technical bulletins, and internal procedures to resolve complex title issues

• Provide underwriting interpretation within established authority levels

• Escalate complex or high-risk issues to underwriting counsel when necessary

• Issue and/or request hold harmless agreements as appropriate

• May support pricing of commitments, endorsements, and policies based on established fee schedules

• May participate in client relationship management and business development activities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 3–5 years of title or related real estate experience

• Minimum of 2 years of title examination experience

• Strong understanding of title insurance principles, practices, and terminology

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong customer service orientation

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency with title systems, public records research tools, and standard office technology

Work Environment

• Remote-eligible role (based on business needs and location)

• May be part of a centralized title team or aligned with a branch/escrow operation

• Collaborative, deadline-driven environment requiring responsiveness and adaptability

Why This Role Matters

The Title Officer plays a key role in protecting property rights and ensuring smooth real estate transactions. Your ability to accurately assess risk, resolve issues, and deliver clear title directly supports successful closings and a strong customer experience.

Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 Hourly, Remote

 

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.

 

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.

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.