Title Examiner

Location: Des Plaines, IL
Status: Full Time
Travel: Minimal

SUMMARY

Responsible for working independently and using experience to examine residential and commercial property, to determine status and establish chain of title.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Examine title and chain of title for residential and commercial properties.
  • Conduct searches and analyze public records in both electronic and paper files.
  • Provide a thorough examination of property titles to determine status of title and establish chain of title.
  • Accurately summarize recorded documents affecting title, such as deeds, mortgages, deeds to trust, liens, judgments, and contracts.
  • Research and examine court opinions and case abstracts for underwriting decisions.
  • Determine status of title and provide detail on information required on title commitments.
  • Communicate well, and work effectively with customers on title clearance activities.
  • Prepare and issue policy that guarantees legality of title and make other underwriting decisions.
  • Take ownership providing customers great customer service, guidance, and follow-up.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • One-plus year(s) of title examining experience with a working knowledge of the general search tools such as: title point and property insight.
  • Customer service experience in an office environment.
  • Proficient in MS Office.

Preferred:

  • Commercial and/or new construction title examining background.
  • Working knowledge of SoftPro Select, SoftPro, or a similar title software.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve with minimal direction and supervision; solution focused.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work under strict timelines and be able to manage large amounts of data in an organized fashion.