Escrow Officer

Job Summary Escrow Assistant – responsible for handling real‑estate escrow transactions, managing escrow accounts, processing documents, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Establish new escrow accounts, deposit and manage funds. Process documents for closings and complete settlements in accordance with established policies. Act as a neutral liaison between all parties involved in the transaction. Determine closing requirements by reviewing buyer, seller, and lender instructions. Order title reports, clear titles, resolve defects, and satisfy existing liens and encumbrances. Prepare transaction documents, complete required forms and statements, and collect existing documents. Calculate prorations for taxes and interest. Assemble, review, and explain closing documents with parties, answer questions, and verify completeness. Obtain necessary signatures and record documents. Distribute final closing statements and prepare settlement statements using lender instructions. Close escrow accounts by balancing accounts and disbursing funds. Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and enforce adherence to company policy. Update knowledge through educational opportunities, professional publications, and industry organizations. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 2–4 years of related experience. Direct experience handling escrow transactions as an escrow assistant (preferred). Valid licensing or certification required by applicable state. Knowledge of standard escrow and title industry practices. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Strong client‑relations and organizational skills. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Effective public‑speaking skills before groups of customers or employees. Proficiency in calculating discounts, interest, commissions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Detail‑oriented, professional, and able to handle confidential information. Ability to interact with real‑estate sellers, buyers, agents, and brokers. Pay Range $26.88 – $35.83 per hour. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) retirement plan. Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick leave. Employee stock purchase plan. EEO Statement First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. #J-18808-Ljbffr