Job Description:
Our Title Examiner is responsible for the review and interpretation of chains of title obtained from title plant systems for mapped properties with direct starter bases, and the preparation and issuance of preliminary reports. They ensure the accuracy and completeness of title documents and provide detailed reports on their findings. This role also provides assistance for Examiner I.
Responsibilities in this role:
- Verify all property and tax information obtained is complete and correctly reported.
- Verify all necessary maps and additional documents for customer packages are made for each search.
- Confirm starter base is appropriate for run start date, and all subsequent information is included in search package.
- Review and interpret all documents, maps and instruments contained in the chain of title obtained from various property information systems from a direct starter date.
- Provide document copies, research projects, color coded maps and other items as requested by escrow departments and clients.
- Identify any defects, restrictions, or encumbrances on property titles and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure all title examination activities comply with industry regulations and company policies.
- Support Searching Unit as needed for product workflow.
Knowledge and Skills to be successful:
- Knowledge of locating techniques and legal descriptions used for real property.
- Knowledge of real property computer database programs, and the ability to compile accurate and complete title information abstracts from the following real property information systems based on your local operations customarily practice.
- Knowledge of title insurance practices, real estate law and Company policy relating to the issuance of preliminary reports.
- 6-7 plus years of Title Industry experience, preferably in title examination
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects.
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Benefits may include:
Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs
11 Company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets
Note: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.
For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant NoticeOld Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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