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Escrow Officer

D.R. Horton, Inc.

Schaumburg, ILJob$55–65K/yrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$55–65K/yr
Location
Schaumburg, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NotaryBachelor's degree

Job overview

D.R. Horton, Inc. is hiring an Escrow Officer. D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Escrow Officer for its Financial Service Title-Escrow Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the timely completion of real estate closings, preparing escrow instructions, and balancing escrow-related accounts. This role also involves training junior staff and soliciting new business from real estate professionals.

Key focus areas include Perform all tasks and functions of the Escrow Receptionist, Escrow Technician and Assistant Escrow Officer, Complete routine residential resale, refinance, or builder escrow transactions, and Prepare escrow instructions and amendments, if applicable.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree Or 4-6 Years Experience and Notary Certification. Important skills include Real Estate Closings, Escrow Instructions, Amendments, Deposit Escrow Funds, Prepare Disbursements, and Balance Escrow Related Accounts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Real Estate ClosingsEscrow InstructionsAmendmentsDeposit Escrow FundsPrepare DisbursementsBalance Escrow Related AccountsGeneral Office FunctionsTrain Escrow TechniciansTrain Assistant Escrow OfficersSolicit Escrow BusinessSolicit Title BusinessEstablish RelationshipsMaintain RelationshipsConduct Closings With CustomersAdhering to Company PoliciesAdhering to Government RegulationsInterviewing EmployeesHiring EmployeesTraining EmployeesPlanning WorkAssigning WorkDirecting WorkAppraising PerformanceRewarding EmployeesDisciplining EmployeesAddressing ComplaintsResolving ProblemsProper Telephone EtiquetteBasic Accounting/Bookkeeping ProceduresBasic Real Estate/Escrow/Title TerminologyEnglish GrammarEnglish SpellingEnglish PunctuationCentury Title Automation SystemKeyboard ProficiencyOrganize TasksPrioritize TasksRead InstructionsUnderstand InstructionsCarryout Verbal InstructionsCarryout Written InstructionsRecognize Problems IndependentlySolve Problems IndependentlyAsk for AssistanceOperate Office EquipmentFlexibleMove From Task to Task

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree4-6 Years Related Experience and/or TrainingEquivalent Combination of Education and ExperienceNotary

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Escrow Officer for their Financial Service Title- Escrow Department. The right candidate will be responsible for the timely completion of real estate closings (escrow) as directed by the Branch Manager. Annual salary range is $55,000 to $65,000.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ability to perform all tasks and functions of the Escrow Receptionist, Escrow Technician and Assistant Escrow Officer
  • Ability to complete routine residential resale, refinance, or builder escrow transactions
  • Prepare escrow instructions and amendments, if applicable
  • Ability to deposit escrow funds, prepare disbursements and balance all escrow related accounts
  • Perform general office functions as necessary
  • Train Escrow Technicians and Assistant Escrow Officers
  • Effectively solicit escrow and title business from Realtors, lenders, builders, sellers and buyers
  • Establish and maintain relationships with individuals through social, professional, civic, and community groups, which promote the goodwill of the Company and develop future business
  • Conduct closings with Customers
  • Assist Senior Escrow Officers as necessary and as directed
  • Perform other duties as may be required or requested by his/her supervisor
  • Obtains and maintains escrow and/or title business while adhering to all Company policies and Government regulations Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises a various number of employees in the Escrow Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

*Education and/or Experience *

  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Notary

  • The employee should have knowledge of: o Proper telephone etiquette. o Basic accounting/bookkeeping procedures. o Basic real estate/escrow/title terminology. o English grammar, spelling and punctuation. o Century Title automation system including keyboard proficiency.

  • The employee should have the ability to: o Organize and prioritize tasks o Read, understand, and carryout verbal and written instructions. o Recognize and solve problems independently. o Ask for assistance when not able to proceed. o Operate office equipment. o Be flexible and able to move from task to task.

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits*//*

/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo/

Job: *Financial Services

Organization: *Title

Title: Escrow Officer

Location: Illinois-Schaumburg

Requisition ID: 2603136

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