Title Officer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Title officers examining real estate records and issuing title insurance policies qualify for H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in finance, law, or a related field. Employers in title insurance companies, escrow firms, and real estate law offices sponsor regularly. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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
Leverage your love of history and research to help provide solid information to our teams and customers in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Title Officer to our growing team. In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting supporting the team in a variety of ways including performing title searches for commercial transactions ranging from single site to high-liability multi-site, analyzing records and data, contributing key information that is critical to the transaction process. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating the resolution and completion of the commercial title process.
Come be part of the most successful company in the industry, leveraging the best technology and strongest escrow and underwriter partners, where we are transforming the commercial real estate experience one deed at a time.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform or review complete title searches for commercial transactions depending on the locality and corporate standards.
- Analyze records, such as liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and property survey to determine ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property and completeness of records
- Properly price commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees using appropriate schedule of fees and charges
- Review and approve a variety of documentation including deeds, operating agreements, and corporate resolutions
- Select appropriate write-ups for commitments and policies for both standard and extended coverage
- In some regions/locations, consult with attorneys to review search packages and on matters that require escalation
What You’ll Bring:
- Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
- Proven problem-solving skills with eagerness to learn and share
- Understands how to navigate internal and external resources to gather information and resolve questions
- Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers; uses various types of communication to meet customer expectations and build relationships
- Natural curiosity, enjoys researching the history and background of transactions, analyzing, and evaluating records
- Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations Comfortable guiding others as they grow in the field
- Knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
- Flexible with the ability to multi-task and handle all aspects of title support
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3-5 years of commercial title related experience
Pay Range: $30.91 - $41.20 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.
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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Frame your role around specialized legal and financial analysis
Title officers who conduct complex title searches, interpret legal descriptions, and resolve encumbrances have a stronger specialty occupation case than those in purely administrative roles. Emphasize the analytical and legal judgment your work requires in every application document.
Confirm your degree field aligns with the position
USCIS expects a direct connection between your degree and the title officer role. Degrees in finance, real estate, business law, or paralegal studies support the petition most clearly. A degree in an unrelated field weakens the specialty occupation argument significantly.
Target mid-size and regional title insurance companies
National underwriters like Fidelity, First American, and Stewart sponsor visas, but regional companies handling complex commercial transactions also file regularly. These employers often move faster and have more flexibility in building the petition documentation for niche roles.
Secure a prevailing wage determination before the LCA
Your employer must certify through the Labor Condition Application that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for title officers in your work location. Confirm this step is complete before any USCIS filing, as a deficient LCA invalidates the entire petition.
Document complexity to distinguish from administrative examiners
USCIS occasionally conflates title officers with lower-level title examiners, which can complicate approval. Your offer letter and support letter should specifically describe commercial transaction experience, multi-party escrow oversight, or litigation-adjacent title resolution work that requires degree-level expertise.
Use your E-3 advantage if you hold Australian citizenship
Australian citizens can bypass the H-1B lottery entirely using the E-3 visa, which has the same specialty occupation standard but a far more accessible annual cap. Browse sponsoring title and escrow employers currently hiring on Migrate Mate to find open roles.
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Does a title officer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS looks for evidence that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Title officers handling complex commercial transactions, legal title disputes, or multi-jurisdictional underwriting decisions have a much stronger case than those performing routine residential searches. The job description and support letter are critical to establishing this distinction.
What degree do I need to get visa sponsorship as a title officer?
A bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, real estate, or a field with a legal component, such as paralegal studies or pre-law, provides the strongest foundation. Some employers accept degrees in economics or accounting if the coursework is relevant. If your degree is in an unrelated field, extensive specialized experience can supplement your case, though it complicates the petition.
How do I find title officer jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Most title officers find that employer willingness to sponsor is the biggest hurdle, since many firms assume candidates are already authorized to work. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers open to visa sponsorship, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that won't file. Focusing on larger underwriters or firms with dedicated HR teams for employment-based immigration improves your odds considerably.
Are H-1B approval rates good for title officer petitions?
Approval rates are moderate. USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence on title-related roles arguing the position does not uniformly require a specific bachelor's degree. Petitions with detailed job duty descriptions, employer letters explaining why degree-level knowledge is essential, and evidence of the applicant's relevant credentials typically succeed. Working with an experienced immigration attorney to build the record is strongly recommended.
Can I change title officer employers while on an H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as that employer files a new H-1B petition on your behalf, provided your previous status was lawfully maintained. The new employer must file a full petition with the same specialty occupation documentation. Your status is maintained during the transfer as long as you do not have a gap in authorized employment.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Title Officer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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