Job Description

A family-owned and operated Escrow Company is looking to identify and hire an Escrow Officer (Residential Sales/REFI). This is an excellent opportunity to work for a team-oriented, and professional company with a great work culture. This position offers a competitive compensation package to include base + commission).

The Escrow Officer will be responsible for, but no limited to:

• Completing real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements, clearing titles, assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents, and disbursing funds.
• Determining escrow requirements by studying and clarifying buyer, seller, and lender instructions.
• Obtaining clear title by ordering title reports, resolving title defects, satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.
• Establishing escrow account by depositing funds and maintaining records.
• Preparing transaction documents by completing forms and statements, and collecting and reviewing existing documents.
• Completing calculations by prorating taxes and interest.
• Completing closing transaction documents by assembling documents, reviewing papers with parties, explaining provisions and procedures, answering questions, checking documents for completeness and accuracy, and obtaining signatures.
• Completing closing by recording and filing documents, preparing and distributing final closing statements and title.
• Closing escrow account by balancing and disbursing funds.
• Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.

Requirements:

• Escrow Officer Certification from the Escrow Association is required.
• 5 Year + Experience as Escrow Officer preferred.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the escrow/title industry field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of RBJ Escrow System.
• Good client relations and communication skills.
• Good writing skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter, and self-disciplined.
• Stay calm under pressure, problem solver.

Company Description

e·thos: from the Greek word meaning Character; the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations. Founded in 2002 with the conviction that people are the engines of success, we believe that above all things character and integrity are critical to the success of any organization or career. These are two values that Innovative will never compromise, which in turn equates to our associates being placed into opportunities that can develop into a long term successful career paths, while at the same time our clients benefit from top-tier talent for proven, successful results.