Escrow Officer

Escrow Officer Anchorage, AK

Be the calm in the closing. Be the expert clients trust. Real estate transactions move fast and behind every successful closing is an Escrow Officer who keeps the details, documents, dollars, and deadlines on track. We're looking for a confident, detail-driven Escrow Officer to join our Anchorage team and help buyers, sellers, agents, lenders, and industry partners move smoothly from contract to close. In this role, you'll be more than a processor - you'll be a trusted guide, problem-solver, and neutral partner who helps create a seamless closing experience.

What You'll Do

You'll manage real estate escrow transactions from opening to closing, including establishing escrow accounts, reviewing instructions, preparing closing documents, balancing and disbursing funds, clearing title requirements, and coordinating with all parties to ensure accurate, timely settlements.

You'll also:

• Open and manage escrow files from start to finish
• Review buyer, seller, lender, and title instructions
• Prepare closing documents and settlement statements
• Coordinate with agents, lenders, buyers, sellers, and internal teams
• Resolve title issues, liens, encumbrances, and file requirements
• Conduct closings, explain documents, and obtain signatures
• Balance and disburse escrow funds accurately
• Ensure compliance with company policy, regulatory requirements, and risk controls
• Deliver a professional, responsive, and client-focused closing experience

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 24 years of related escrow, title, real estate, mortgage, or closing experience
• Experience directly handling escrow transactions preferred
• Valid licensing or certification as required by state regulations
• Strong knowledge of escrow/title practices and real estate transactions
• Excellent organizational, communication, and client service skills
• Confidence working with buyers, sellers, agents, brokers, lenders, and other transaction parties
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related escrow/title systems

Why Join Us?

Anchorage has a unique and active real estate market, and our escrow team plays a critical role in helping local transactions close with confidence. You'll join a supportive team backed by strong systems, experienced leadership, and a brand clients know and trust.

Ready to be the trusted closing expert Anchorage clients count on? Apply today.

This position is eligible for bonus pay and/or incentives for production or other goals. 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.

Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.83 Hourly

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.