Commercial Escrow Officer (Hybrid)

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! 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 ten 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

Responsible for establishing new escrow accounts and processing escrow documents in accordance with established policies and procedures. Provides a wide range of support to escrow and title related to special projects, title agency tasks and underwriting support. Responsible for handling irregular, real estate project closings and tracking the specific stages of one or more projects on an ongoing and regular basis. Acts as a neutral third-party between buyers and sellers during a real estate acquisition.

What You'll Do:

• Handles complex transactions with minimum Supervision
• Can identity escrow and risk with minimum Supervision
• Facilitates and coordinates intricate, non-customary real estate closings (small acquisitions, inventory transition, terminations and the like).
• Assists agents with title, bond, audit and agency support matters.
• Performs and oversees small projects or phases of a medium project.
• Coordinates activities of projects, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project.
• Responsible for meeting project objectives to support business needs, to effectively coordinate the activities among cross functional teams.
• May facilitates status and milestone meetings with cross functional groups.
• Prepares documentation related to projects and tasks which may include training/process materials.
• May be required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs.
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years of directly related experience in commercial escrow and title with 3+ years’ experience directly handling escrow transactions
• Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the escrow/title industry field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Good client relations and organizational skills
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, title agents, attorneys or employees of organization
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages
• Detail-oriented and professional; able to handle confidential information

Pay Range: $57,000 - $76,000 Annual

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 celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also 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.