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 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

Performs clerical tasks to support timely escrow closings and title recordings. Conducts title research to compile chain of title. Creates title files and prepares endorsements and supplemental documents. Investigates and interprets tax records in order to determine tax liability. Creates title files, documenting all research. Provides customer service to customers and field escrow offices.

What You’ll Do:

• Interprets and acts on instructions from customers and title officers.
• Searches title plant records compiling chain of title.
• Uses research to create and maintain files, records and reports.
• Audits calculations and legal documents for accuracy.
• Communicates recording information and prepares legal property documents such as endorsements and supplemental.
• Examines and interprets tax and assessment reports, follows title practice regarding the issuance of title commitments, policies, endorsements and guarantees, and property price endorsements.
• Communicates professionally with all customers.

What You’ll Bring:

• Familiarity with several office software packages to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics and desktop publishing applications
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Must be able to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times
• Strong detail orientation

Typical Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Some college preferred

Typical Range of Experience

• 2+ years title industry experience; commercial title experience a plus

Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00 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.