Escrow Officer

Express Employment Professionals; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in the Greater Tomball/Northwest Houston area seeks an experienced Escrow Officer to manage residential real estate transactions from contract to closing, ensuring compliance with Texas title insurance regulations and lender requirements.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of escrow officer experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills; knowledge of RamQuest and closing documents is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Escrow Officer experience.
• Strong knowledge of Texas title, escrow, and closing processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Professional demeanor with outstanding customer service.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage escrow transactions from opening through funding and closing.
• Review title commitments, vesting, liens, easements, and related documents for accuracy.
• Interpret contracts and lender closing instructions to ensure proper rates, premiums, and procedures are applied.
• Prepare and review Closing Disclosures and HUD-1 Settlement Statements in compliance with CFPB, RESPA, and company guidelines.
• Conduct closings and notarize documents in accordance with Texas notary regulations.
• Verify all funding conditions are satisfied prior to disbursement.
• Balance, reconcile, and disburse funds accurately and timely.
• Review surveys and updates for encroachments, protrusions, and other title concerns.
• Calculate recording fees and ensure all underwriting and closing requirements are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers, sellers, lenders, real estate agents, underwriters, and internal teams.
• Provide guidance and support to escrow assistants and administrative staff.
• Ensure adherence to privacy, security, fraud prevention, and compliance requirements.
• Handle customer inquiries professionally and elevate concerns when appropriate.

Skills

Escrow experience

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RamQuest

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Escrow Officer

Location: Greater Tomball / Northwest Houston Area

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Escrow Officer to join a growing title and escrow team. This role is responsible for managing residential real estate transactions from contract to closing while ensuring compliance with Texas title insurance regulations, lender requirements, and company policies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage escrow transactions from opening through funding and closing
• Review title commitments, vesting, liens, easements, and related documents for accuracy
• Interpret contracts and lender closing instructions to ensure proper rates, premiums, and procedures are applied
• Prepare and review Closing Disclosures and HUD-1 Settlement Statements in compliance with CFPB, RESPA, and company guidelines
• Conduct closings and notarize documents in accordance with Texas notary regulations
• Verify all funding conditions are satisfied prior to disbursement
• Balance, reconcile, and disburse funds accurately and timely
• Review surveys and updates for encroachments, protrusions, and other title concerns
• Calculate recording fees and ensure all underwriting and closing requirements are met
• Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers, sellers, lenders, real estate agents, underwriters, and internal teams
• Provide guidance and support to escrow assistants and administrative staff
• Ensure adherence to privacy, security, fraud prevention, and compliance requirements
• Handle customer inquiries professionally and elevate concerns when appropriate

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of Escrow Officer experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of Texas title, escrow, and closing processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Professional demeanor with outstanding customer service skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

Preferred

• Experience with RamQuest
• Knowledge of FHA, VA, conventional, ARM, and balloon loan transactions
• Familiarity with trusts, powers of attorney, LLCs/corporations, mobile notarizations, and remote online notarization (RON)

What We’re Looking For

• A self‑motivated professional who can work independently
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
• Commitment to accuracy, compliance, and exceptional customer service
• Ability to thrive in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package offered based on experience.

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and to hire and promote individuals solely based on their qualifications for the job.

In compliance with applicable federal, Texas and local law, employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and an individual’s qualifications regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status. We do not tolerate discrimina