Licensed Escrow Officer

Golden Dog Title is seeking a Licensed Escrow Officer to perform advanced duties related to all facets of escrow processing. They are required to exercise extreme independent judgement and to possess the knowledge and experience necessary to handle any situation that may arise during the escrow process. This is a non-exempt position, with a discretionary bonus, and will sit in our Austin, TX office.    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to complete routine residential, refinance or builder escrow transactions, including document preparation and the accurate preparation and submission of the closing disclosure
• Ability to read and understand title commitments
• Ability to resolve title issues (e.g. corrective deeds, vesting, federal tax liens, abstracts of judgment, bankruptcies, mineral rights, boundary disputes and encroachments)
• Understands real estate regulations and guidelines.
• Follows company standards and practices when processing transactions, as well as applicable state laws and guidelines
• Coordinates the closing between all parties to the escrow
• Returns all calls, voicemails and e-mails in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains cordial relationship with realtors, lenders, builders, buyers and sellers to promote/solicit business
• Adheres to company policies and guidelines.

  Experience, Skills, Knowledge:

• Texas State Escrow License is required
• Must be a certified notary public in the state of Texas
• High school degree or equivalent required- Associates or Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years escrow experience is required
• Knowledge of SoftPro is preferred
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word

  Physical Demands:    While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job are close vision. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment such as a computer, copier, and office supplies. In addition, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their arms and hands, and to stoop, kneel or crouch. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.    This document describes the minimum, essential duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, effort, and working conditions of the position. It in no way implies that these are the only functions to be performed by the incumbent. Workers are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any job-related functions requested by a supervisor or manager. Successful performance requires that the incumbent possess and utilize the abilities and skills described. All functions are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some functions may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.   Equal Opportunity Employer   #GoldenDogTitle #LicensedEscrowOfficer #EscrowOfficerJobs #GoldenDogTitle #Escrowofficerjobs