Escrow Officer

Advantage Title & Escrow is a rapidly growing Title Company in Arkansas seeking a detail-oriented Escrow Officer with previous experience in the role, preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and customer service skills, to professionally connect both internally and externally. AT&E is always looking to grow, and we are looking for team players who can grow with us. If you are looking to learn, grow, and advance in your career, Advantage Title and Escrow may be the place for you!

JOB SUMMARY

Our escrow officer performs advanced duties related to all facets of escrow processing. S/He is required to exercise extreme independent judgment and to possess the knowledge and experience necessary to efficiently handle any situation that may arise during the escrow process. This individual must have an established book of business or be able to establish a book of business within a reasonable amount of time to meet given performance standards.

KNOWLEDGE

• Understands escrow standards, meeting title requirements, real estate regulations and guidelines, and document preparation.
• Comprehends pay-off per diems, tax prorations, interest, and the like.
• Understands lender documents and recordings.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages all escrow files of the escrow unit
• Processes escrows, including new subdivisions, re-sales, demand escrows, assignments, exchanges, loans, and other miscellaneous escrows
• Orders all documents needed to close each escrow in a timely manner (i.e., demands, loan documents, and insurance)
• Completes grant deeds, quitclaim deeds, notes, deeds of trust, requests for notice, subordination agreements, financing statements, and the like
• Works with the title department in resolving issues (e.g., legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, federal tax liens, abstracts of judgment, bankruptcies, boundary disputes, and encroachments)
• Delegates appropriate duties to the escrow assistant
• Follows company standards and practices when processing transactions, as well as applicable state laws and guidelines
• Supervises members of the escrow unit
• Coordinates the closing of an escrow between the principals of the escrow
• Returns all calls, voicemails, and emails in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Adheres to company policies and guidelines
• Must be customer-focused and take initiative to maintain and grow a book of business.

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum three (3) years of escrow experience required.

EDUCATION

• A high school diploma is required.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, INSURANCE

• Must be a Notary Republic or be bondable.
• A valid state driver's license and automobile insurance are required.

BENEFITS

• Access to group health care plan, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance products, and paid time-off benefits.

SALARY

• Negotiable dependent upon industry knowledge and experience

Advantage Title & Escrow is committed to our mission to provide our clients with the highest quality title services in Arkansas. We are always seeking to grow our business and expand our market share. The ideal candidate will help us achieve these goals by bringing their expertise and experience to our team. We need a team player who can hit the ground running!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,582.00 - $93,861.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person