What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Escrow Officer - Kierland position at Pioneer Title Agency?
WHAT WE DO: Pioneer Title Agency provides title insurance, escrow, account servicing, trustee sales, and builder-related trust services to our customers through over 70 branches across Arizona.
WHO WE ARE: Pioneer Title Agency is more than just a family -owned business – we are a business made up of dozens of actual families and hundreds of friends whose relationships and real estate expertise predate our official founding in 1985. Not only are we passionate about our customers, we also strive to support the growth of our employees and the causes that are important to them. We are a local business that cares deeply about Arizona and the communities we serve.
Description:
The Assistant Escrow Officer provides clerical and administrative support to the Escrow Officer by assisting in the processing of escrow transactions. Successful Assistant Escrow Officers are dependable, cooperative, diligent, detailed, and disciplined.
Typical duties of the position may include:
· Receive purchase contracts/escrow instructions and prepare transactions for closing.
· Order title reports and take necessary steps to clear title.
· Handle the closing of the escrow, including explaining all related documents to the buyers and sellers, securing all necessary signatures, reviewing the settlement sheets, collecting necessary monies, and issuing receipts.
· Notarize all documents as required by law
The Assistant Escrow Officer may be assigned additional tasks in support of the department's goals.
Desired Qualifications:
· At least 1 year of experience performing escrow related duties
· Ability to type 40 WPM.
· Current AZ Notary Commission Certificate, or ability to obtain one.
Skills and Abilities:
· Strong oral and written communication skills.
· High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Basic knowledge of escrow practices and terminology.
· Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Impact.
· Proficiency in the use of a 10-key calculator.
· Strong math skills.
Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with experience, plus a robust benefits package.
Pioneer Title Agency provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other characteristic protected by law.