Real Estate Escrow Closer

First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. 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. 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. Ontario, Riverside, Palm Springs or Indian Wells, CA

Ready to grow your escrow career with one of the most recognized and trusted names in real estate?

First American is seeking an experienced Escrow Officer to join our team and support residential real estate transactions throughout the Inland Empire and Coachella Valley. You'll manage your files from opening through closing, build strong relationships with customers and partners, and deliver the responsive, accurate service that keeps business moving.

This is an opportunity to bring your expertise, relationships and customer-first approach to a company with the resources, reputation and support to help you succeed. Manage escrow transactions from start to finish.

Order title reports and help resolve title defects, liens, and encumbrances.

Prepare, review, and process closing documents and settlement statements.

Calculate prorations, balance escrow accounts, disburse funds, and complete closings.

Communicate with transaction parties and explain documents, provisions, and procedures as needed.

Follow company policies, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation procedures.

High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2-4 years of related escrow/title experience.
• Experience directly handling escrow transactions preferred.
• Knowledge of escrow/title industry practices and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage confidential information and work with buyers, sellers, agents, brokers, lenders, and internal partners.

This position is eligible for bonus pay and/or incentives for production or other goals. Pay Rate: $34.00-$43.25 Hourly This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. 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., 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.

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.