Escrow Officer

Tri Pointe Homes Holdings, Inc.; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Tri Pointe Homes, via Tri Pointe Solutions, seeks an Escrow Officer in California to manage closing/settlement services and coordinate relationships with buyers, sellers, and lenders. The role requires reviewing documents, ensuring compliance, and balancing escrow accounts.

Responsibilities include title clearance, document preparation, funds handling, and regulatory adherence, with competitive salary, bonus eligibility, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of industry experience performing escrow and title duties
• Notary required
• Escrow license (where required by the state)

Responsibilities

• Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements; clearing titles; assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents.
• Determine escrow requirements by studying and clarifying buyers, sellers, and lender instructions.
• Obtain clear title by ordering title reports; resolving title defects; satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.
• Establish escrow account by depositing funds; maintaining records.
• Prepare transaction documents by completing forms and statements; collecting and reviewing existing documents.
• Complete calculations by prorating taxes and interest.
• Complete closing transaction documents by assembling documents; reviewing papers with parties; explaining provisions and procedures; answering questions; checking documents for completeness and accuracy; obtaining signatures.
• Complete closing by recording and filing documents; preparing and distributing final closing statements and titles.
• Prepare Closing Disclosure or HUD by utilizing lender instructions; Closes escrow account by balancing all funds.
• Comply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MS Office

Title software

RESPA knowledge

Real estate law

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Notary

Escrow license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Title software

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the homebuying journey? At Tri Pointe Solutions, the financial services affiliate of Tri Pointe Homes, we’re redefining what it means to purchase a home. Our dynamic team is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. We offer a comprehensive suite of services—including mortgage, title, escrow, homeowner’s and title insurance—all integrated under one roof to create a seamless, high-quality lending experience for our borrowers. If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking company that’s shaping the future of the industry, apply to join our outstanding team.

Tri Pointe Assurance Escrow, the California title and escrow affiliate of Tri Pointe Homes, is looking for an experienced individual to join our talented group in California as an Escrow Officer.

Position Highlights:

The Escrow Officer is responsible for establishing and overseeing efficient closing/settlement services, development of internal and external customer relationships. Processing escrow documents following established policies and procedures. Acts as a neutral third party between buyers and sellers during a real estate sale, managing funds, and processing real estate transactions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements; clearing titles; assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents.
• Determine escrow requirements by studying and clarifying buyers, sellers, and lender instructions.
• Obtain clear title by ordering title reports; resolving title defects; satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.
• Establish escrow account by depositing funds; maintaining records.
• Prepare transaction documents by completing forms and statements; collecting and reviewing existing documents.
• Complete calculations by prorating taxes and interest.
• Complete closing transaction documents by assembling documents; reviewing papers with parties; explaining provisions and procedures; answering questions; checking documents for completeness and accuracy; obtaining signatures.
• Complete closing by recording and filing documents; preparing and distributing final closing statements and titles.
• Prepare Closing Disclosure or HUD by utilizing lender instructions; Closes escrow account by balancing all funds.
• Comply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of industry experience performing escrow and title duties
• Notary required
• Escrow license (where required by the state)

Skills:

• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and title software applications
• Specialize in RESPA with an understanding of the company's underwriting guidelines
• Understanding of title and settlement rules and regulations
• Effective communication, presentation, and organization skills
• Knowledge of real estate law and title escrow curative procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary for extended periods, 4 or more hours per day
• Frequent repetitive hand use (typing/computer work)
• Auditory ability to communicate in person, on calls, or in meetings
• Visual acuity for reading documents and computer work
• Occasional standing and walking
• Some climbing, bending, or kneeling
• Minimal lifting and carrying (under 10 lbs)
• Hours in excess of 40 during peak times

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base Salary: The expected Base Salary range for this position is between $41.54-$42.93 per hour, equivalent to $86,400.00-$89,300.00 per year, depending on experience and skillset. Base Salary is paid bi-weekly, every other Friday.
• Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual performance-based cash bonus. Bonuses are earned, calculated and paid in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Company’s applicable incentive plan document.
• Benefits: In addition to competitive medical, dental and vision coverage, Tri Pointe Homes provides comprehensive benefits to eligible team members and their dependents, including: Health Savings Account (HSA), full and limited healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and dependent care FSA options; generous paid time off policies, like vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement, and volunteer time; paid disability, parental and military leave; company-sponsored and voluntary term life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurances; a 401(k) retirement plan with bi-weekly employer matching of 50% up to the first 6% of team member contributions; adoption, fitness, tuition and worldwide emergency travel assistance; EAP, grief counseling, and estate/will preparation services; and additional discounts and supplementary employee-paid benefit programs.

Tri Pointe Homes is committed to building a diverse and talented team to help us achieve our goals. Please note that due to operational constraints, we are unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship (e.g., H1B, OPT) for this position. This policy applies uniformly to roles where sponsorship cannot be accommodated to ensure consistency and fairness in our hiring process.

At Tri Pointe Homes, we are intentional about fostering an environment where you, and all individuals, are encouraged to be their authentic selves.We embrace individuality and strive to be consciously inclusive of different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in every aspect of our business.We believe our company’s strength relies on the diversity of the team and the unique, innovative ideas everyone contributes.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and employees without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to apply for an open position or to participate in an interview, please let us know.