Title Examiner (Real Estate)

Location: Hybrid work from a Compeer office in Wisconsin; locations include Fond du Lac, Sun Prairie, and Janesville. U.S. work authorization required.

Base pay: $52,100–$73,900 USD annually, plus variable compensation and benefits.

Company

hirify.global is a member-owned cooperative providing financial services to agriculture and rural communities in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

What you will do

• Research, analyze, and examine public and private property records, county court records, tax records, plats, surveys, and legal descriptions.
• Identify liens, judgments, restrictions, discrepancies, and boundary issues affecting real estate titles.
• Prepare title commitments, policies, reports of title, search and examination sheets, loan certifications, and related transaction documents.
• Review and mark up title commitments to protect lender lien positions and issue final title policies after confirming clear title.
• Collaborate with Title Underwriters to determine title requirements and policy exceptions.
• Respond to title questions and transaction requests from internal and external parties by phone, email, and in person.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in business administration, legal studies, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain the applicable title insurance or title industry credential within six months of hire.
• General knowledge of real estate laws in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, including title insurance endorsements and regulatory requirements.
• Experience gathering information from local and state government agencies.
• Understanding of real estate mapping, plats, and legal descriptions.
• Strong analytical skills with accuracy and attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid model with up to 50% work from home and flexible schedules.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance, wellness program, and EAP.
• 401(k) contribution of up to 9%, including a fixed employer contribution and matching.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and volunteer time off.
• Learning, development, mentorship, and professional membership or certification reimbursement programs.