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Title Officers examining real estate records and issuing title insurance commitments qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in a related field. National title insurers, escrow companies, and real estate law firms regularly file LCAs for this role, making it a viable H-1B target for credentialed professionals.
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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 eleven 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.
What We Do
Title Officer (Remote Eligible)
We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Title Officer to examine, analyze, and clear title for residential and commercial real estate transactions. This role is critical to ensuring properties are insurable and ready for closing by identifying and resolving title defects.
As a Title Officer, you will operate in an advisory capacity partnering with customers, lenders, attorneys, and internal teams to investigate issues, obtain documentation, and deliver clear, accurate title commitments in accordance with underwriting standards and regulatory requirements.
This position may be fully remote depending on location and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct title examinations by reviewing the chain of title for residential and commercial transactions
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Analyze public records, including mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, plats, surveys, and tax records to determine ownership and identify encumbrances
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Identify and resolve title defects, including missing, incomplete, or conflicting information
-
Evaluate the impact of legal proceedings such as probate, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and court actions on title insurability
-
Review and approve legal documents including deeds, trusts, wills, affidavits of heirship, corporate resolutions, and entity formation documents
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Prepare and finalize title commitments and policies, selecting appropriate coverage and endorsements
-
Communicate with customers, attorneys, lenders, and third parties to obtain required documentation and clear title requirements
-
Apply underwriting guidelines, technical bulletins, and internal procedures to resolve complex title issues
-
Provide underwriting interpretation within established authority levels
-
Escalate complex or high-risk issues to underwriting counsel when necessary
-
Issue and/or request hold harmless agreements as appropriate
-
May support pricing of commitments, endorsements, and policies based on established fee schedules
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May participate in client relationship management and business development activities
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent
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3–5 years of title or related real estate experience
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Minimum of 2 years of title examination experience
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Strong understanding of title insurance principles, practices, and terminology
Skills & Competencies
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Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability
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High attention to detail and accuracy
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong customer service orientation
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Proficiency with title systems, public records research tools, and standard office technology
Work Environment
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Remote-eligible role (based on business needs and location)
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May be part of a centralized title team or aligned with a branch/escrow operation
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Collaborative, deadline-driven environment requiring responsiveness and adaptability
Why This Role Matters
The Title Officer plays a key role in protecting property rights and ensuring smooth real estate transactions. Your ability to accurately assess risk, resolve issues, and deliver clear title directly supports successful closings and a strong customer experience.
Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 Hourly, Remote
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.
Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.
First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.
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.
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 eleven 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.
What We Do
Title Officer (Remote Eligible)
We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Title Officer to examine, analyze, and clear title for residential and commercial real estate transactions. This role is critical to ensuring properties are insurable and ready for closing by identifying and resolving title defects.
As a Title Officer, you will operate in an advisory capacity partnering with customers, lenders, attorneys, and internal teams to investigate issues, obtain documentation, and deliver clear, accurate title commitments in accordance with underwriting standards and regulatory requirements.
This position may be fully remote depending on location and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
-
Conduct title examinations by reviewing the chain of title for residential and commercial transactions
-
Analyze public records, including mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, plats, surveys, and tax records to determine ownership and identify encumbrances
-
Identify and resolve title defects, including missing, incomplete, or conflicting information
-
Evaluate the impact of legal proceedings such as probate, foreclosure, bankruptcy, and court actions on title insurability
-
Review and approve legal documents including deeds, trusts, wills, affidavits of heirship, corporate resolutions, and entity formation documents
-
Prepare and finalize title commitments and policies, selecting appropriate coverage and endorsements
-
Communicate with customers, attorneys, lenders, and third parties to obtain required documentation and clear title requirements
-
Apply underwriting guidelines, technical bulletins, and internal procedures to resolve complex title issues
-
Provide underwriting interpretation within established authority levels
-
Escalate complex or high-risk issues to underwriting counsel when necessary
-
Issue and/or request hold harmless agreements as appropriate
-
May support pricing of commitments, endorsements, and policies based on established fee schedules
-
May participate in client relationship management and business development activities
Qualifications
-
High school diploma or equivalent
-
3–5 years of title or related real estate experience
-
Minimum of 2 years of title examination experience
-
Strong understanding of title insurance principles, practices, and terminology
Skills & Competencies
-
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability
-
High attention to detail and accuracy
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-
Strong customer service orientation
-
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
-
Proficiency with title systems, public records research tools, and standard office technology
Work Environment
-
Remote-eligible role (based on business needs and location)
-
May be part of a centralized title team or aligned with a branch/escrow operation
-
Collaborative, deadline-driven environment requiring responsiveness and adaptability
Why This Role Matters
The Title Officer plays a key role in protecting property rights and ensuring smooth real estate transactions. Your ability to accurately assess risk, resolve issues, and deliver clear title directly supports successful closings and a strong customer experience.
Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 Hourly, Remote
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.
Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.
First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Title Officer
Verify your degree satisfies specialty occupation
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field for H-1B approval. A degree in paralegal studies, business, finance, or real estate law strengthens your petition. A general business degree may trigger an RFE if the employer can't demonstrate the role demands that specific discipline.
Use OFLC Wage Search before accepting offers
Look up the prevailing wage for Title Officer using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating compensation. Your offered salary must meet at least the Level I wage for your work location. Offers below the certified LCA wage cannot be corrected after filing without restarting the process.
Target national underwriters over small agencies
Large title underwriters and multi-state escrow companies have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure to manage H-1B filings. Smaller independent agencies often lack the internal resources to sponsor, even when they want to. Filter your search on Migrate Mate by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for this role.
Confirm your role classification matches SOC code
Title Officers are typically classified under SOC 23-2093 (Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers) or 13-2072 (Loan Officers) depending on the employer's framing. The SOC code on the LCA determines your prevailing wage tier, so confirm with the employer which classification they intend to use before the LCA is submitted to DOL.
Ask employers about E-Verify enrollment upfront
H-1B employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you. Some smaller title agencies aren't enrolled. Raise this in early conversations so neither side wastes time in an offer process that can't result in a valid petition. Federal contractors are required to participate; private title firms may not be.
Document state licensing separately from your degree
Many states require Title Officers to hold a title insurance producer license or notary commission. USCIS evaluates the academic credential separately from professional licensing, but your petition should include both. Your employer's immigration attorney will need copies of any active state licenses to include in the H-1B support letter.
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Find Title Officer JobsTitle Officer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Title Officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as real estate, finance, paralegal studies, or a related discipline. USCIS examines the job duties, industry norms, and the employer's own hiring history. Roles that primarily require licensure or on-the-job training without a degree requirement are harder to approve, so the job description and employer letter are critical documents in the petition.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Title Officer positions?
National title underwriters, multi-state escrow and settlement companies, real estate law firms, and large mortgage servicers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. These organizations have the compliance infrastructure and volume of work to justify sponsorship. You can find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for Title Officer roles directly on Migrate Mate, filtered by location and employer type.
How does state licensing affect my H-1B petition as a Title Officer?
State licensing requirements don't disqualify you from H-1B sponsorship, but they must be addressed in the petition. If your state requires a title insurance producer license, your employer's support letter should explain either that you hold the license or that obtaining it is part of your onboarding. USCIS doesn't adjudicate licensing compliance, but an unexplained gap between required licenses and your credentials can generate an RFE.
Can a Title Officer change employers mid-H-1B without losing status?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new employer files a valid H-1B transfer petition, as long as your prior petition was approved and you've maintained lawful status. For Title Officers, the new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL at the prevailing wage for the new work location before or with the transfer petition. You don't need to leave the U.S. or restart the cap process.
What SOC code applies to Title Officer roles on the LCA?
Most Title Officer positions are filed under SOC 23-2093 (Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers), though some employers use 13-2072 (Loan Officers) if the role involves origination-side work. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage your employer certifies on the LCA through the OFLC Wage Search. You can verify the typical classification for your specific duties using O*NET before your employer files, which helps avoid a wage-level mismatch later.
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