Escrow Officer

Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements, assembling, preparing, reviewing, processing, and distributing closing documents, and disbursing funds.

Determine escrow requirements by studying and clarifying buyer, seller, and lender instructions.

Obtain clear title by ordering title reports, resolving title defects, and coordinating satisfaction/release of existing liens and encumbrances against property or sellers.

Establish escrow accounts, handle escrow funds, and maintain records.

Prepare transaction documents by completing forms and statements and collecting and reviewing documents.

Complete calculations for prorating taxes and interest.

Complete closing transaction documents by assembling documents, reviewing documents with parties, explaining provisions and procedures, answering questions, checking documents for completeness and accuracy, and obtaining signatures.

Complete closing by recording and filing documents and preparing and distributing final closing statements and title policies.

Prepare HUD/CD statements in accordance with lender instructions and applicable law.

Close escrow account by balancing and disbursing funds.

Comply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to applicable regulatory requirements.

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.

Enhance organization’s efficiency, reputation, and environment by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to company’s production, profitability, image, and environment.

High School diploma or equivalent;

2-4 years related experience with 3+ years experience directly handling escrow transactions as an escrow officer and/or assistant;

Intermediate to expert level of Microsoft Office suite

Read and interpret documents, such as operating and maintenance instructions and policy and procedure manuals;

Write routine reports and correspondence;

Communicate effectively with customers and other employees of organization;

Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, commissions, prorations, and percentages.

Escrow Officer Certification from the Escrow Association or completion of escrow officer training program by a title company or bank is a plus.Are you looking for an amazing career opportunity? Well, look no further! At Meritage Homes, we offer a variety of different careers and are dedicated to building beautiful, environmentally friendly homes, that give our customers the most memorable moments with their loved ones. Meritage Homes is a national top 10 homebuilder and a 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year in Sustained Excellence for being a leader in protecting the environment and advancing energy efficiency in homebuilding. If you have a self-starter mindset and want to be a part of something great, come join a company that helps people live happier, healthier lives.When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level

An organization that lives by its core values everyday

Maintaining a consistent competitive drive to be the best

A competitive pay structure

Strong benefits

State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment

Flexibility in work-life integration

Having pride in delivering a quality product that benefits people and the environment

The opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization

Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital part of the team

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