Operations Director; Remote

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As member of First American's family of companies, Mortgage Solutions provides lenders with solutions to originate, close and service quality 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 ten 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.

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Provides strategic oversight for a major area of operations, setting direction, policies, and performance standards. Balance day-to-day performance with transformation, managing a large team through subordinate leaders.

What You'll Do

• Implements goals, objectives, and work standards for the department.
• Applies policies and procedures that comply with regulatory and statutory guidelines, rules, and standards.
• Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the activities of professional, technical, and office support staff.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures.
• Directs the selection of staff and provides for their training and professional development to maintain effective morale, productivity, and discipline.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree of equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years progressive management experience
• Experience with having a minimum of 2-4 mid to high-level exempt direct reports
• Demonstrated competency in executing strategic plans
• Ability to learn the needs of a wide range of employees while driving team performance, monitoring results and appropriately allocating resources
• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of complex projects
• Experience and knowledge of functional tools and infrastructure
• Understanding of metrics/dashboards that drive an environment and culture of continuous improvement
• Progressive experience in leading employees in multiple locations, and significant experience developing and implementing solutions
• Possesses problem solving, collaboration, critical thinking, team building and presentation skills
• Results oriented and solution thinking with time management and project management skills
• Displays leadership skills, leading by example, driving employee commitment through actions, and empowering employees to reach their full potential

Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

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.