Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Title Assistant to support high‐volume title production for a busy title company. The ideal candidate has hands‐on experience working with APNs (Assessor’s Parcel Numbers) , performing Date‐Down Searches (DTD) , and using TitlePoint to research, validate, and update title information. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy under deadlines, and familiarity with county recording and assessor systems. This is a temp to hire and looking for someone who wants to stay and grow with a company.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct property title searches using APN, owner name, and legal description
• Utilize TitlePoint FAST (First American program) to research:
  • Ownership and vesting
  • Open liens and encumbrances
  • Tax status and recorded documents
• Perform Date Down (DTD) searches to identify any recordings since the last effective date, including:
  • Deeds, Liens and releases, Judgments, Bankruptcies
  • Review and reconcile APN discrepancies across assessor, recorder, and title systems
• Verify legal descriptions and ensure correct parcel identification
• Assist with clearing title issues and updating exceptions as needed
• Maintain compliance with underwriting and company standards
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Collaborate with escrow, closing, and post‐close teams as needed

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of title industry experience (title search, title examination, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience working with APNs
• Proven experience performing Date Down (DTD) searches
• Hands‐on experience using TitlePoint
• Strong knowledge of:
  • County recorder and assessor records
  • Deeds, liens, judgments, and encumbrances
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple files in a deadline‐driven environment