Escrow Officer (in office)

First American; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

PTO

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

First American is seeking an Escrow Officer in Overland Park to manage real estate escrow transactions from start to finish. Located at 6201 College Blvd Ste230, Overland Park, KS, this role emphasizes precise handling of funds, title review, and timely closings.

You will establish escrow accounts, prepare closing documents, and ensure compliance with company policies in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to success.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of escrow experience.
• Directly handling escrow transactions.
• Openness to new technology and workflows.
• Customer-focused with a professional attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Team player committed to exceeding customer expectations.
• Willingness to mentor new talent.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Valid state licensing/certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements.
• Act as a neutral liaison between file parties; mitigate risk.
• Ensure accurate funds disbursement per contract and policy.
• Prepare reports on escrow status for all parties.
• Examine property titles, mortgages, and trust deeds.
• Prepare legal documents for closings.
• Close transactions by recording and filing documents and statements.

Skills

Escrow experience

Excellent communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Technology adaptable

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Licensing/Certification as required by state

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

Join 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 Do

Come join First American, where we recognize our true worth is our people.In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting focused on customer service and closing deals. This role requires exceptional decision‑making skills, strong communication skills and the ability to multi‑task as part of a team. The Escrow Officer is responsible 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. This position plays a key role in making the dream of home ownership a reality.

Location: 6201 College Blvd Ste230, Overland Park, KS (In‑office)

What You’ll Do

• Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements.
• Act as a neutral liaison between file parties, adhere to company policy, and monitor and mitigate risk to the company.
• Responsible for ensuring that all funds are properly accounted for and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contract and our company policy.
• Prepare regular reports on the status of the escrow account and provide these reports to the parties involved in the transaction.
• Examine property titles, mortgages, and trust deed documents.
• Prepare legal documents for the closure of the sale.
• Complete closing by recording and filing documents, preparing, and distributing final closing statements and title.

What You’ll Bring

• 2-4 years of escrow-related experience.
• Experience directly handling escrow transactions.
• Openness to new technology and proprietary programs; adjusts easily to new workflow.
• Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with both our internal team and external customers; comfortable using various types of communication to meet customer needs.
• Problem solver with strong organizational skills, is detail oriented, and knows how to navigate internal and external resources to resolve issues.
• Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations.
• Comfortable guiding and supporting future talent learning the business.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies.
• Valid Licensing/Certification as required by applicable state.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $24.42 - $32.56 Hourly

This 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.

What We Offer

By 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.

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