Title Examiner

Purpose: Search and examine the title history of specific parcels of real property for the purpose of title insurance, legal proceedings and other client-driven informational requests.

Reports to: Dawn Christopher, Production Manager

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Some or all of the following duties & responsibilities may be assigned to the Title Examiner as business needs dictate:

• Perform title searches on residential real property, utilizing title plants, public record indices, judgment indices and other resources;
• Review and examine title searches for accuracy – identify any gaps in the search, missing documentation, etc., and locate missing documentation;
• Examine title searches and prepare title commitments and letter reports on residential real estate, relying upon title standards and sound underwriting techniques;
• Assist the production department in other areas as needed, including final title policy preparation and recording of deeds;
• Provide leadership and training to entry-level members to the team;
• Meet production team standards for turn times and overall productivity;
• Provide outstanding service to our clientele by greeting clients and answering phones in professional manner; provide exceptional written and verbal communication to agents and clients. Address client needs in a prompt, professional and courteous manner. Correspond with lenders, builders, agents and attorneys as needed.
• Update job knowledge by routinely participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations.
• Enhance company reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests. Explore opportunities to add value to company and key accounts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of title examination experience in the state of Missouri;
• 2+ years of title searching experience;
• Familiarity with standard title insurance concepts, practices and procedures
• Strong customer service skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel) title insurance software and/or mortgage loan closing software
• Missouri title agent license (if not currently licensed, must obtain promptly upon hiring)
• High school diploma or GED required (bachelor’s degree or paralegal certified preferred)

Terms

• Non-exempt, full time, Monday – Friday; flexible hours available
• Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance plans, 401(k), vacation time, profit share bonus plan
• To work in our future Washington, MO office

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Title Examination: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Charles, MO 63301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Charles, MO 63301