Escrow Assistant

Jobtailor; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an Escrow Clerk/Processor in Washington state to support opening, processing, and closing escrow files. You will order title commitments, loan payoffs, and related documents while reviewing escrow instructions and settlement statements.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in escrow or related real estate fields, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to coordinate with clients, lenders, and staff. Proficiency with computer systems is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with real estate documents, including purchase agreements, deeds, loan documents, and title commitments.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in preparing instructions, reviewing documents, and balancing files.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple files and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Problem-solving ability to resolve document discrepancies, title issues, and closing conditions.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to calculate balances and prorations and verify financial figures.
• 1–2 years of escrow, title, mortgage, banking, or related real estate experience is usually preferred; entry-level positions may be available with training.

Responsibilities

• Assist escrow officer with opening, processing, and closing escrow files.
• Order title commitments, loan payoffs, and other necessary documents.
• Review and prepare escrow instructions, amendments, and settlement statements.
• Communicate with clients, lenders, agents, and internal staff regarding status and required items.
• Manage incoming funds and disbursements per escrow instructions.
• Maintain compliance with state and company regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer Proficiency

Job description

• Assist escrow officer with opening, processing, and closing escrow files
• Order title commitments, loan payoffs, and other necessary documents
• Review and prepare escrow instructions, amendments, and settlement statements
• Communicate with clients, lenders, agents, and internal staff regarding status and required items
• Manage incoming funds and disbursements per escrow instructions
• Maintain compliance with state and company regulations

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Familiarity with real estate documents, including purchase agreements, deeds, loan documents, and title commitments
• Attention to detail and accuracy in preparing instructions, reviewing documents, and balancing files
• Organizational skills to manage multiple files and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Problem-solving ability to resolve document discrepancies, title issues, and closing conditions
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to calculate balances and prorations and verify financial figures
• 1–2 years of escrow, title, mortgage, banking, or related real estate experience is usually preferred; entry-level positions may be available with training

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing escrow processes, including opening, processing, and closing files while ensuring compliance with regulations. Proficient in reviewing real estate documents and maintaining accurate financial records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Escrow Processing
• Real Estate Document Familiarity
• Customer Service Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Organizational Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Escrow Instructions Preparation
• Document Review
• Financial Calculations
• Title Commitments Ordering
• Loan Payoff Processing

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Ability

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• GED

Industry Keywords

• Real Estate
• Escrow
• Title
• Mortgage
• Banking

Tools & Technologies

• Computer Proficiency