Real Estate Escrow Closer

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. Escrow Officer (Established Book of Business Preferred)
We're looking for an Escrow Officer in San Diego County who brings both transaction expertise and strong industry relationships - someone who takes ownership, communicates proactively, and thrives in a high-performance environment.
You'll manage a pipeline of transactions while serving as the central point of coordination and trust for all parties.

Manage escrow transactions end-to-end-from opening through closing and disbursement
Prepare, review, and execute closing documents with accuracy and efficiency
Lead closing appointments, explain documents, and ensure a smooth client experience
Balance speed, accuracy, and risk management across multiple files
We're looking for experienced professionals who combine technical expertise with relationship strength and a performance mindset .
High School diploma or equivalent

• 3-5+ years of escrow experience with direct responsibility for transactions
• Established relationships within the real estate community preferred
• Strong knowledge of escrow/title processes, compliance, and closing procedures

Excellent communication-confident, clear, and responsive (phone, in-person, digital)
Ability to balance client service, operational execution, and risk management
You bring both high touch and high performance to every interaction
Strong brand and industry reputation
Collaborative team environment focused on performance and growth
Opportunity to build and expand your business within a trusted platform

The escrow officer of the future wins on the same fundamentals-trust, relationships, and accuracy but operates with greater speed, stronger judgment, and smarter use of technology.
At First American, we're building that future now.
Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.83 Hourly

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.