Escrow Officer

D.R. Horton; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Hols

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Escrow Officer to oversee timely residential closings within the Financial Service Title- Escrow Department. The role includes handling escrow transactions, preparing instructions, deposits, and disbursements while ensuring compliance with company policies.

The candidate will collaborate with Realtors, lenders, builders and buyers, train junior staff, and support senior officers as required. A Bachelor's degree and notary capabilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination.
• Notary certification/ability to perform notarial acts as required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; English grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine residential escrow transactions, closings, and related duties.
• Prepare escrow instructions and amendments; deposit funds and balance escrow accounts.
• Conduct closings with customers and assist Senior Escrow Officers as needed.
• Solicit escrow and title business from Realtors, lenders, and builders.
• Train Escrow Technicians and Assistant Escrow Officers.
• Maintain relationships with clients and promote company goodwill.

Skills

Organize and prioritize tasks

Read and carry out instructions

Problem solving

Adaptability

Office equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Notary

Tools

Century Title automation

Job description

Job Description - Escrow Officer (2605470)

Job Description

Escrow Officer - 2605470

Description

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:

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

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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