Title Examiner

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Job Summary
The Title Examiner (Hybrid, Richardson, TX) is responsible for reviewing Title Commitments, preparing and reviewing Title abstracts, and resolving problems with Chain of Title, unsatisfied liens and title defects. The Title Specialist must have a strong ability to understand the legal description of the property and exceptional knowledge of state lien laws covering mortgages, tax liens and mechanics liens.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews and administers final approval of all Title Commitments.
• Researches and resolves any title issues, defects, concerns and following up with outside vendors. Knowledge of Title Abstracts and Chain of Title ensuring compliance.
• Interacts as a liaison for Legal with the Sales/Operations Retail team.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Position Requirements
Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; BA/BS preferred.

Experience

• Minimum three years’ experience in residential mortgage .

Functional/Technical Skills

• Exceptional knowledge of Title Commitments
• Knowledge of State Lien laws, Mortgage Tax Liens and Mechanics Liens.
• General knowledge of practices and procedures of the Mortgage industry, department, or specialized function.
• Possess basic knowledge of probate law
• Ability to work within stringent deadlines and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to respond to inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Strong problem solving and/or organizational skills.
• Individual must be well organized and able to handle multiple assignments.
• Works well with others.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Strong PC skills (MS Office products)
• Experience with mortgage loan origination systems. Encompass 360 system experience a plus.

Environmental/Physical Demands
Work is typically performed in a standard office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sustain predictable work attendance, communicate with others, frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use arms, hands and fingers to reach, handle or touch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee. The Company reserves the right to amend or modify this document at any time and without notice.

Benefits
Our benefits package includes 3 comprehensive Cigna or Kaiser medical plans, dental, and vision insurance. We provide short term and long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, 401(k), and 11 employer paid holidays. In addition, we offer supplemental benefits to include life insurance, critical illness and accident plans.
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