What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Title Processor position at Ashton Woods?
Company Overview:
Ashton Woods is more than just a home builder. From the sale of our first home in 1989 to recently being named Builder of the Year by Builder Magazine, our focus has always been on blazing new trails and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in homebuilding. Ashton Woods, the #1 private home builder in the United States, markets its homes through its two award-winning brands, Ashton Woods and Starlight Homes. The Ashton Woods brand is known for designing thoughtfully curated, inspired homes for people who love design. The Starlight Homes brand builds homes specifically for the first-time homebuyer, offering affordable homes with well-executed designs and quality finishes for buyers looking to make the dream of home ownership a reality. The companys commitment to innovation and continually evolving to meet the needs of the market is a key reason we are one of the most celebrated homebuilders in the nation, winning hundreds of national and local industry awards in product and community design, architecture, merchandising, sales, marketing, and customer service.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Ashton Woods sells new homes in Atlanta, Austin, Charleston, Dallas, Houston, Nashville, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Antonio, and Tampa.
Position Highlights: The Junior Title Administrator/Processor is primarily responsible for review of new contracts and opening files, assist in processing files, ordering surveys, HOA Estoppels, CDD estoppels and any other documentation needed to clear title. The tasks and responsibilities associated with this role require a high level of attention, while meeting deadlines to ensure established production levels are achieved.
Position Responsibilities:
- Monitor backlog reports for new contracts and scheduled closing dates
- Enter contract information on spreadsheets
- Open new orders and distribute work to Title Administrators
- General processing of files
- Assist with Survey review process
- Maintain an open line of communication with Title Administrators, acting as their partner to meet identified deadlines throughout the processing of files
- Follow up with Vendors for timely receipt of requested documentation
- Comply with all regulatory guidelines and adherence to Florida Department of Insurance rules and regulations including RESPA.
- Additional tasks based on business needs, as assigned by Management.
Position Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Strong Microsoft Office and title software applications preferred
- Escrow processing experience preferred
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills to handle high volume.
- Effective and efficient interpersonal skills with high functioning verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to multitask and jump across job responsibilities with little or no supervision
- Team player
Typical Physical and Mental Demands:
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English. Must be able to perform calculations.
- Employees in the position are required to be able to hear and have vision sufficient to utilize all office equipment.
- Use of hands and fingers is required to utilize standard office equipment.
- Requires occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
- These physical requirements are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions if requested.
Working Conditions:
- Work is generally performed in a typical office environment using standard office equipment. Work is typically sedentary in nature, but some walking and standing maybe required.
