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Title Officer jobs on OPT require employers familiar with real estate law and title insurance workflows, where your F-1 status is a genuine fit. Most roles expect a legal, finance, or business degree, and CPT or OPT authorization satisfies work eligibility. Your 12-month standard OPT window is enough to establish yourself in a title company.
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THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
All positions at the NM Public Education Department are based in Santa Fe.
MISSION: EQUITY, EXCELLENCE AND RELEVANCE - The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life.
VISION: ROOTED IN OUR STRENGTHS - Students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students.
Student, School, and Family Support Bureau:
Mission
The Student, School, and Family Support Bureau collaborates with districts and charter schools to provide assistance, shared accountability, and support to New Mexico students in their educational journey.
Student: Supporting students to persevere, create academic excellence, and find success.
School: Building school communities through trust, respect, collaboration, and inclusivity.
Family: Creating and maintaining meaningful relationships among students, families, teachers, school staff, and community partners.
Support: Supporting a learning environment that continuously motivates all individuals to excel.
Vision
New Mexico students have access to an equitable public education and rigorous instructional programming that supports creativity, thinking, and excellence.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will serve as an Education Administration Specialist for the Public Education Department in the Student, School, and Family Support Bureau (SSFS). This position is responsible for providing timely and relevant customer service, technical assistance, guidance and support to districts, state charter schools, and applicable state agencies across the state, implementing Title V Part B Subpart 2, Title I programs and other programs overseen by the SSFS Bureau. Specifically, the Education Administration Specialist provides instructional leadership, specific and meaningful feedback, and informational resources to districts and schools. Additionally, the Education Administration Specialist assists with application processes, data analysis, program evaluation and monitoring via desktop and on-site visits which requires travel across the state. The SSFS Bureau is committed to supporting districts and schools as they develop, implement and sustain effective Title I as well as Title V programs which ensure students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Provide appropriate support, technical assistance, customer service, to districts, state charter schools, and state agencies.
- Prepares and disseminates informational resources to districts, state charter schools, and state agencies.
- Data analysis, program evaluation, and monitoring via desktop and on-site visits, which requires travel across the state.
- Become knowledgeable in all applicable state and federal law, regulations, and guidance in order to support districts and state charter schools and state agencies in improving educational outcomes for applicable student groups.
CUSTOMERS
Secretary of Public Education, Deputy Cabinet Secretaries, state agencies, district administrators of federal programs, district business managers, school administrators, teachers, students and families, and SSFS bureau leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Administration, or Business Administration and four (4) years of experience as a teacher and/or program administrator. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico's Driver's License.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some occasional travel is required for meetings and conferences.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Daniela Romero, (505) 372-8385, or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
All positions at the NM Public Education Department are based in Santa Fe.
MISSION: EQUITY, EXCELLENCE AND RELEVANCE - The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life.
VISION: ROOTED IN OUR STRENGTHS - Students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students.
Student, School, and Family Support Bureau:
Mission
The Student, School, and Family Support Bureau collaborates with districts and charter schools to provide assistance, shared accountability, and support to New Mexico students in their educational journey.
Student: Supporting students to persevere, create academic excellence, and find success.
School: Building school communities through trust, respect, collaboration, and inclusivity.
Family: Creating and maintaining meaningful relationships among students, families, teachers, school staff, and community partners.
Support: Supporting a learning environment that continuously motivates all individuals to excel.
Vision
New Mexico students have access to an equitable public education and rigorous instructional programming that supports creativity, thinking, and excellence.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will serve as an Education Administration Specialist for the Public Education Department in the Student, School, and Family Support Bureau (SSFS). This position is responsible for providing timely and relevant customer service, technical assistance, guidance and support to districts, state charter schools, and applicable state agencies across the state, implementing Title V Part B Subpart 2, Title I programs and other programs overseen by the SSFS Bureau. Specifically, the Education Administration Specialist provides instructional leadership, specific and meaningful feedback, and informational resources to districts and schools. Additionally, the Education Administration Specialist assists with application processes, data analysis, program evaluation and monitoring via desktop and on-site visits which requires travel across the state. The SSFS Bureau is committed to supporting districts and schools as they develop, implement and sustain effective Title I as well as Title V programs which ensure students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Provide appropriate support, technical assistance, customer service, to districts, state charter schools, and state agencies.
- Prepares and disseminates informational resources to districts, state charter schools, and state agencies.
- Data analysis, program evaluation, and monitoring via desktop and on-site visits, which requires travel across the state.
- Become knowledgeable in all applicable state and federal law, regulations, and guidance in order to support districts and state charter schools and state agencies in improving educational outcomes for applicable student groups.
CUSTOMERS
Secretary of Public Education, Deputy Cabinet Secretaries, state agencies, district administrators of federal programs, district business managers, school administrators, teachers, students and families, and SSFS bureau leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Administration, or Business Administration and four (4) years of experience as a teacher and/or program administrator. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling eight (8) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico's Driver's License.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some occasional travel is required for meetings and conferences.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Daniela Romero, (505) 372-8385, or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Title Officer
Target independent title agencies over large national chains
Smaller regional title agencies often make faster hiring decisions and are more willing to work through OPT paperwork. Large national chains typically route all compliance questions through legal departments, which slows the process considerably.
Lead with your degree field, not just your OPT status
Title Officers need a background in real estate, law, finance, or business. Framing your application around your degree and coursework first positions you as a qualified candidate before immigration status even enters the conversation.
Clarify the difference between OPT and sponsorship upfront
Many real estate employers assume hiring international students means immediate H-1B visa sponsorship. Explaining that OPT is pre-authorized federal work authorization, requiring nothing from the employer upfront, removes the biggest objection before interviews begin.
Get a notary public commission as early as possible
Many Title Officer roles require notarization authority. Obtaining your state notary commission while on OPT strengthens your candidacy immediately and signals long-term commitment to the role, independent of your visa timeline.
Use STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
A finance, business analytics, or legal studies degree from a STEM-designated program can extend your OPT from 12 to 36 months. That added runway makes you substantially more attractive to employers weighing future sponsorship.
Build familiarity with title software before interviews
Hands-on knowledge of platforms like RamQuest or SoftPro signals readiness to contribute immediately. Employers in title insurance move fast at closing, so demonstrating software fluency reduces the perceived risk of onboarding an OPT candidate.
Title Officer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students legally work as Title Officers in the United States?
Yes. F-1 students with approved OPT authorization can work as Title Officers without any additional filing by the employer. Your Employment Authorization Document covers full-time employment in a role related to your degree field, such as finance, business, or legal studies. The employer simply verifies your EAD during the I-9 process.
Does a Title Officer role qualify as related employment for OPT purposes?
It depends on your degree. A Title Officer position typically qualifies as directly related if your degree is in finance, business administration, real estate, or paralegal studies. Students with degrees in unrelated fields should consult their DSO before accepting an offer, since all OPT employment must connect to your program of study.
How do I find Title Officer jobs where employers are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to hire F-1 OPT students, so you're not sorting through postings that exclude international candidates. Title Officer roles appear in the real estate and legal services categories. Browsing Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to applying broadly and encountering sponsorship rejections late in the process.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I'm unemployed between Title Officer jobs?
OPT allows a maximum of 90 cumulative days of unemployment during your 12-month authorization window. If you lose a Title Officer position, that clock continues running. Finding a new qualifying role before hitting 90 days is critical. STEM OPT extension holders face a stricter 150-day limit total across both the standard and extended periods.
Will Title Officer employers sponsor H-1B visas after my OPT ends?
Some do, but it varies significantly by employer size and how specialized your role becomes. Larger title insurance companies and real estate law firms are more likely to sponsor than small independent agencies. Demonstrating measurable value during your OPT period, particularly around closing accuracy and compliance workflows, strengthens the case for sponsorship considerably.