Job Description
*JOB TITLE:* Escrow Officer
*REPORTS TO:* Escrow Manager
*DEPARTMENT:* Escrow/Closing
*LOCATION:* Union, Missouri
*JOB SUMMARY*
Our escrow officer performs advanced duties related to all facets of escrow processing and closing. S/He is required to exercise extreme independent judgment and to possess the knowledge and experience necessary to efficiently handle any situation that may arise during the escrow process. This position must have an established book of business or be able to establish a book of business within a reasonable amount of time to meet given performance standards.
*DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES*
· Manages and processes all escrow files of the escrow unit
· Supervises members of the escrow unit
· Delegates appropriate duties to other members of the escrow unit
· Requests all documents needed to close each escrow file in a timely manner (i.e., payoffs, loan documents, HOA fees, etc.)
· Reviews transfer deeds, title commitments, loan documents, and other closing documents.
· Works with the title department in resolving issues (e.g., legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, federal tax liens, judgment, bankruptcies, and encroachments)
· Follows company standards and practices when processing transactions, as well as applicable state laws and regulations and underwriter guidelines
· Coordinates the closing of escrow files with the Buyer, Seller and their representatives, if any
· Returns all calls, voicemails, and emails in a timely manner
· Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
· Adheres to company policies and guidelines
*QUALIFICATIONS*
· Minimum of 2 years of escrow experience.
· A high school diploma.
· Must be or become a Notary Public.
· Must be or become a licensed title insurance producer with State of Missouri.
· Must be able to pass a background check.
· Understands escrow standards, title clearance, real estate regulations and guidelines, and document preparation.
· Comprehends pay off per diems, tax prorations, interest, and the like.
· Understands lender documents and recordings.
· Adaptable:
o Adapts to new, different, or changing requirements
· Attentive to detail
· Business fundamentals:
o Maintains privacy and confidentiality of company information, as well as that of customers and co-workers
· Critical thinking:
o Uses logical thought processes to analyze and draw conclusions
· Customer focused:
o Pleasant, courteous, and professional when dealing with internal and external customers or clients
· Decision maker:
o Applies critical thinking skills to solve problems encountered in the workplace
· Dependable and reliable:
o Displays responsible behaviors at work
· Initiative:
o Demonstrates a willingness to work and seeks out new work challenges
· Integrity:
o Treats others with honesty, fairness, and respect
· Mathematics:
o Uses mathematics to solve problems
· Planning and organizing:
o Plans and prioritizes work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks
· Problem solver:
o Applies critical thinking skills to solve problems by generating, evaluating, and implementing solutions
· Professional:
o Maintains a professional demeanor at work
· Proficient in English
· Reading:
o Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents; applies what is learned from written material to work situations
· Respectful:
o Works effectively with those who have diverse backgrounds
· Team player:
o Works effectively with others
· Technology:
o Uses information technology and related applications to convey and retrieve information; demonstrates strong computer/typing skills (minimum of 65 words per minute) in Microsoft Office, email programs, and internet browsers; exhibits proficient use of a 10-key
· Telephone skills, including a pleasant phone voice and etiquette
· Verbal communication:
o Maintains open lines of communication with others
· Writing:
o Uses standard English to clearly communicate thoughts, ideas, and information in written form
· This position requires repetitive use of a keyboard, extensive phone use, bending, sitting, squatting, light lifting, and simple grasping.
For more information, please contact us at *(636) 583-2516* or learn more online at *
To apply, email your resume along with cover letter to *closings@hansentitle.com* or deliver in person to our Sullivan or Union office locations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,821.77 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Paid time off
Experience:
* title insurance: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Missouri Title Insurance Producer license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours,