Commercial Title Officer

First American

Commercial Title Officer researching records, preparing underwriting packages, and resolving title issues for commercial real estate transactions in Maryland. Supporting accurate, efficient closings at First American.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeBaltimore • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 - $41 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial title processes, including title searches, lien analysis, and documentation review, while providing exceptional customer support and collaboration. Proficient in navigating legal requirements and maintaining a professional demeanor in all interactions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Title ExperienceTitle Search AnalysisMS Office Suite ProficiencyMaryland Title Practices KnowledgeProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Title SearchesLien AnalysisDocumentation ReviewRecording Packages PreparationPricing CommitmentsLegal Description VerificationEasement AnalysisProperty Survey AnalysisPost-Underwriting ActivitiesCommitment and Policy Write-Ups

Soft Skills

Customer Service OrientationExcellent CommunicationTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityNatural Curiosity

Industry Keywords

Commercial TransactionsLegal RestrictionsOperating AgreementsCorporate ResolutionsTransaction History ResearchMultitasking AbilityTitle SupportFlexibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform title searches for commercial transactions ranging from single-site to high-liability multi-site transactions
Analyze liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, property surveys, and other records to determine ownership and legal restrictions
Verify legal descriptions of properties and the completeness of records
Prepare recording packages and complete post-underwriting activities
Price commitments, endorsements, policies, and guarantees using appropriate schedules of fees and charges
Review and approve deeds, operating agreements, corporate resolutions, and other documentation
Select appropriate write-ups for commitments and policies for standard and extended coverage
Consult with attorneys in some regions or locations on search packages and escalated matters
Coordinate resolution and completion of the commercial title process
Support internal and external customers and collaborate with the team to meet transaction and customer expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
3–5 years of commercial title related experience
Knowledge of MS Office suite
Ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
Knowledge of Maryland title practices and recording requirements preferred
Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
Proven problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn and share
Ability to navigate internal and external resources to gather information and resolve questions
Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers
Natural curiosity and interest in researching transaction history and analyzing records
Ability to contribute to a team and deliver beyond customer expectations
Comfort guiding others as they grow in the field
Flexibility, multitasking ability, and capacity to handle all aspects of title support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Inclusive workplace culture
Equal opportunity employment