Escrow Officer

DHI Title Company; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 67.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Holi

Multiple Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $60,000-$67,200

Zusammenfassung

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Escrow Officer to lead residential real estate closings in its Financial Service Title Escrow Department.

The candidate will complete escrow transactions, prepare instructions, and manage related disbursements under the Branch Manager’s guidance. Candidates should be able to supervise Escrow staff, solicit escrow work from Realtors, lenders, builders, and buyers, and maintain strong industry relationships in a Fortune 500 environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; four–six years related experience or equivalent combination.
• Notary required.
• Knowledge of basic accounting/bookkeeping procedures, real estate/escrow/title terminology, and strong communication.
• Proficient in English grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Aufgaben

• Perform escrow duties including residential closings (escrow) as directed by Branch Manager.
• Prepare escrow instructions and amendments as needed.
• Deposit escrow funds, prepare disbursements and balance escrow accounts.
• Assist and train Escrow Technicians and Assistant Escrow Officers.
• Develop relationships with Realtors, lenders, builders, and buyers to solicit escrow and title business.
• Conduct closings with customers and support senior escrow staff as required.

Kenntnisse

Telephone etiquette

Accounting/bookkeeping

Real estate/escrow/title terminology

English grammar, spelling, punctuation

Century Title automation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Notary

Tools

Century Title automation system

Jobbeschreibung

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S. was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Escrow Officer for their Financial Service Title- Escrow Department. The right candidate will be responsible for the timely completion of real estate closings (escrow) as directed by the Branch Manager.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ability to perform all tasks and functions of the Escrow Receptionist, Escrow Technician and Assistant Escrow Officer
• Ability to complete routine residential resale, refinance, or builder escrow transactions
• Prepare escrow instructions and amendments, if applicable
• Ability to deposit escrow funds, prepare disbursements and balance all escrow related accounts
• Perform general office functions as necessary
• Train Escrow Technicians and Assistant Escrow Officers
• Effectively solicit escrow and title business from Realtors, lenders, builders, sellers and buyers
• Establish and maintain relationships with individuals through social, professional, civic, and community groups, which promote the goodwill of the Company and develop future business
• Conduct closings with Customers
• Assist Senior Escrow Officers as necessary and as directed
• Perform other duties as may be required or requested by his/her supervisor
• Obtains and maintains escrow and/or title business while adhering to all Company policies and Government regulations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises a various number of employees in the Escrow Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Notary
• The employee should have knowledge of:
• Proper telephone etiquette.
• Basic accounting/bookkeeping procedures.
• Basic real estate/escrow/title terminology.
• English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Century Title automation system including keyboard proficiency.
• The employee should have the ability to:
• Organize and prioritize tasks
• Read, understand, and carryout verbal and written instructions.
• Recognize and solve problems independently.
• Ask for assistance when not able to proceed.
• Operate office equipment.
• Be flexible and able to move from task to task.

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
• Annual Salary Range: $60,000-$67,200.

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