Escrow Officer

Perry Homes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Title Agency in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Escrow Officer to handle closing documents, prepare ALTA settlement statements, and ensure all loan paperwork is properly signed and notarized.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years escrow experience, proficient MS Office, and familiarity with SoftPro; TX and FL closings preferred. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 4 years of escrow experience.
• Proficient with MS Office; Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. SoftPro experience preferred.
• Experience closing files in TX and FL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Order and review closing documents; ensure signing and notarization.
• Prepare all closing documents for lenders and title company.
• Calculate and collect fees, taxes, and payments from buyers.
• Ensure loan and contract paperwork is signed correctly and notarized.
• Review Lender’s Instructions and ensure compliance.
• Send Closing Disclosure to Lender for approval.
• Prepare and deliver ALTA settlement statements for seller review and approval.
• Distribute final ALTA to selling agent and coordinate revisions for closing timelines.
• Prepare and finalize lender and buyer title documents; upload to mobile notary portal for remote closings.

Skills

MS Office

SoftPro

Remote closings

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About The Role

The Escrow Officer is responsible for processing responsibilities and preparing all closing documents and ensuring all loan and contract paperwork is signed correctly and notarized. The Escrow Officer is also responsible for communicating effectively with clients to provide updates and answer any questions or concerns. There is no book of business required, as this is a Builder Escrow Officer position.

What You’ll Do

• Order title searches, title updates, HOA estoppels, municipal lien searches, CDD payoffs, contractor’s affidavits, certificates of occupancies, final termite guarantees and final surveys with certifications.
• Prepare all closing documents for lenders and title company.
• Calculate and collect fees, taxes, and all other payments from buyers.
• Ensure loan and contract paperwork is signed correctly and notarized.
• Review Lender’s Instructions and comply.
• Send CD (Closing Disclosure) to Lender for approval.
• Prepare and deliver the Combined ALTA settlement statement to seller for review and approval, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Distribute final approved ALTA to selling agent (if applicable) and coordinate revisions or approvals as needed to meet closing timelines.
• Prepare and finalize lender and buyer title documents; securely upload completed packages to the mobile notary portal to facilitate seamless remote closings.

• High School Diploma or equivalentrequired.
• Reqiures at least 4 years of escrow experience.
• Demonstrated computer skills including a working knowledge ofMS Office products, including Outlook, Excel,Word,and PowerPoint. SoftPro experience preferred.
• Experience closing files in both TX and FL preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation and benefits package:
• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Financial Planning
• Time Off & Life Balance
• Family & Lifestyle
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Culture that is collaborative, inclusive, fast-paced, people-first
• Stable company with strong reputation in the market

Executive Title Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer