Senior Title Examiner

Job Title: Senior Title Examiner

Location: Santa Paula, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $25–$40 per hour (DOE)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Title Examiner to research, review, and analyze real estate records to determine property ownership and identify issues affecting title. This position plays a critical role in supporting real estate transactions by ensuring title reports are accurate, complete, and compliant with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and examine public records, deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, and maps
• Verify legal ownership and chain of title for residential and commercial properties
• Identify title defects, encumbrances, restrictions, and other matters affecting ownership
• Prepare detailed title reports, commitments, and supporting documentation
• Analyze title information and recommend solutions to resolve title issues
• Work closely with title officers, escrow personnel, attorneys, lenders, and customers
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of title research activities
• Manage multiple files while meeting deadlines and quality standards
• Communicate findings, updates, and recommendations clearly and professionally

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with a title insurance company required
• Strong background in title examination and title research
• Knowledge of real estate transactions, title insurance, and property law
• Familiarity with legal descriptions, vesting, liens, judgments, and recorded documents
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience examining both residential and commercial properties
• Knowledge of California title regulations and recording practices
• Experience using title production software and public records databases
• Escrow or title operations experience a plus

Skills

• Title examination
• Property research
• Real estate documentation
• Legal document analysis
• Public records review
• Report preparation
• Communication and customer service

Work Environment

• Professional office environment
• Independent and team-based work
• Fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and transactions

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time opportunity
• Stable and professional work environment
• Opportunities for growth within the title and real estate industry
• Collaborative team atmosphere