Escrow Officer

First American; Danville (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

First American's Direct division handles real estate escrow transactions, closing documents, and funds disbursement with a neutral liaison role across file parties. The team ensures compliance with policies and risk controls while delivering accurate settlements.

We seek candidates with 2–4 years of escrow experience, strong MS Office skills, and a focus on confidentiality and client relations. The work is office-based and requires attention to detail and professional communication.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years related escrow experience preferred.
• Licensing/certification as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Completes escrow transactions by determining requirements; clearing titles; assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents; disbursing funds.
• Determines closing requirements by studying buyer, seller, and lender instructions; orders title reports and resolves title defects.
• Establishes escrow accounts by depositing funds and maintaining records; prepares settlement statements and closing documents.
• Closes escrow by balancing and disbursing funds; records documents and ensures accuracy.

Skills

Escrow knowledge

MS Office

Client relations

Report writing

Public speaking

Numerical ability

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2–4 years related escrow experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.What We DoResponsible for handling real estate transactions by establishing new escrow accounts, managing funds, processing documents for closings, and completing settlements in accordance with established policies and procedures. Acts as a neutral liaison between file parties, adheres to company policy, and monitors and mitigates risk to the company.HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTECompletes real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements; clearing titles; assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents; disbursing funds.Determines closing requirements by studying and clarifying buyer, seller, and lender instructions.Orders title reports for issuing title insurance, resolving title defects; satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.Establishes escrow account by depositing funds; maintaining records.Prepares transaction documents by completing forms and statements; collecting and reviewing existing documents.Completes calculations by prorating taxes and interest.Completes closing transaction documents by assembling documents; reviewing papers with parties; explaining provisions and procedures; answering questions; checking documents for completeness and accuracy; obtaining signatures.Completes closing by recording and filing documents; preparing and distributing final closing statements and title. Prepares settlement statement by utilizing lender instructions.Closes escrow account by balancing and disbursing funds.Complies with regulatory requirements and company policy by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements.Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Other duties as assignedWHAT YOU’LL BRINGRequired Education, Experience, Certification/LicensureHigh School diploma or equivalent2-4 years related experienceExperience directly handling escrow transactions as an escrow assistant preferableValid Licensing/Certification as required by applicable stateKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the escrow/title industry fieldKnowledge of Microsoft Office applicationsGood client relations and organizational skillsAbility to write reports and correspondenceAbility to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizationAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volumeDetail-oriented and professional; able to handle confidential informationAbility to deal with multiple types of roles such as real estate sellers, buyers, agents and brokersPay Range: $29.30 - $39.07 HourlyThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.