Escrow Officer

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain escrow process from beginning to end.
• Prepare Closing Disclosures and/or ATLA Settlement Statements according to client requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Review and verify documents such as survey, sale purchase contract, preliminary title report, and lender instructions/loan documents.
• Order necessary file documents including HOA certificates, tax certificates, and surveys.
• Clear title defects by ordering appropriate releases of liens as needed.
• Manage a large pipeline efficiently, adhering to time frame requirements and communicating with builder coordinators, buyers, lenders, and realtors.
• Ensure accuracy in title/escrow company documents and prepare them for closings.
• Fluent in title industry terminology.
• Collect taxes, HOA fees, and handle any delinquencies or principle and interest associated with the property.
• Facilitate face-to-face closings with buyers, realtors, and loan officers, outlining lender documents.
• Complete the closing and funding process by obtaining funding numbers, copying closing packages, disbursing funds via wire or check, and preparing and FedExing lender packages.
• Filing recordable documents via e-recording and sending files for title policy preparation.

What You Have:

• Prior experience working on a builder account and handling escrow/closings.
• Knowledge of Title industry software, particularly SoftPro.
• Excellent phone and customer service skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Multitasking and organizational skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

Your Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years’ experience as an Escrow Officer.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment with high volume, preferably in a builder setting.
• Active Notary Public license.
• Escrow License required.

Benefits We Offer:

• Athletic insurance plan.
• Dental insurance plan.
• Vision insurance plan.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Home and mortgage discounts.
• Competitive salaries with potential for discretionary bonuses and/or commission structure (depending on the position).

About Parkway Title:

• We strive to make homeownership a reality by creating thriving, enduring neighborhoods with lasting livability.
• We focus on building sustainable, affordable homes for our customers while reducing our carbon footprint.
• We provide resources, opportunities, and benefits to build successful, rewarding careers for our team members.