Escrow Assistant

Job Description – Escrow Assistant (2602806) D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the United States, was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It constructs and sells high‑quality homes for entry‑level and first‑time move‑up markets and provides mortgage financing and title services through its subsidiaries. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently seeking an Escrow Assistant for its Financial Services Escrow Branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for timeliness and accuracy in preparing escrow files and ordering all information necessary for escrow transaction closings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Perform all tasks of the Escrow Receptionist • Prepare and send opening letters and “thank you” acknowledgements to all parties • Order title commitments and distribute to all parties • Order and update payoff/assumption statements as requested • Prepare receipts for all funds received from customers and/or lenders • Order wire transfers and provide wiring instructions • Prepare loan packages for return to lender • Prepare simple cash and seller carryback pre‑audits • Assist branch manager with administrative tasks as requested • Open refinance orders • Receive builder report, order survey, contact the lender, obtain hazard insurance, enter basic order information on automated system, obtain HOA information, schedule and coordinate times for closings • Prepare copies for disbursement and closing transmittals • Assist Closer/Escrow Officer with final policy disbursement, as directed • Monitor termite inspection requests and other required inspection information • On a limited basis, answer customers’ questions and/or telephone calls concerning the administrative process of the parties’ transactions and answer real‑estate agents’ questions concerning the status of pending files • Cancel files according to office procedure Post‑closing responsibilities may include: • Assist with pre‑closing files to ensure all information matches the original Purchase Contract • Prepare and ship closing packages, ensuring each package is complete and properly signed by all parties • Prepare documents for recording in different counties to meet recording regulations and lender requirements • Prepare loan and owner policies and mail them out; prepare endorsements to policy when applicable • Maintain responsibility for closing files’ whereabouts • Maintain the fee account checkbook and control mailing stamps machine • Customer service – answering daily calls from lenders, buyers, attorneys, realtors, insurance companies and others Qualifications Education and/or Experience: • Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Employee Stock Purchase Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Life & Disability Insurance Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays Multiple Voluntary and Company‑Provided Benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr