Escrow Manager

This position is 100% in office Monday - Friday at the Brentwood, TN location.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for achieving branch strategic and financial objectives by establishing and overseeing efficient closing/settlement processes, developing internal and external customer relationships, preparing and maintaining branch budgets and managing and developing branch staff.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Ensure daily branch operations are conducted in accordance with operations standards

* Establish and monitor processes for accurate and timely processing of title, scheduling, closing preparation, closing and post-closing

* Ensure quality customer service. Monitor and respond to Pulte Group's customer service management system (CQE).

* Serve as point of contact for customer questions and concerns as needed

* Prepare and adhere to departmental budgets with focus on expense reduction and maximizing revenue

* Market the value of PGP to Pulte Group and Pulte Mortgage, customers, realtors and other lenders

* Perform as a team member in allocating and coordinating the workflow

* Maintain thorough and current knowledge of all federal, state, and local regulations as well as internal policies and procedures

* Keep abreast of area competitors' products, services and costs

* Maintain and foster branch participation in division/community events and promote Pulte values and culture

* Act as liaison between all parties to the transaction within the Title & Settlement Process

* Handle all aspects of the settlement transactions and facilitate closings

* Follow Escrow Accounting Business Practice Guidelines while complying States Good Funds Statutes.

* Review escrow quality assurance reports and resolve to outstanding issues to ensure compliance with required business policy

* Perform other duties as assigned

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

* Ensure appropriate staffing to meet department needs and provide adequate coverage at all times

* Utilize recruiting and selection tools/processes to build organizational talent

* Delegate work according to employee's abilities and skills

* Evaluate employee performance and plan for compensation actions in accordance with that performance

* Supports employee growth opportunities and development through identification of internal and external training opportunities

* Provide continuous coaching with regards to functional leadership as well as technical skills and behaviors

* Facilitate regular employee meetings to discuss goals, disseminate company information, discuss operational issues, etc.

* Supervise, coach, and develop staff regarding service expectations, policies, procedures, products, systems, and banking transactions.

* Understanding of title and settlement rules and regulations

* Effective communication, presentation, and organization skills

* Championing and encouraging all corporate, area, and division WIG's.

* Ensure that all security procedures are followed, branch is operationally sound, and satisfactory audits are achieved.

SCOPE: (Decision making, size of organization, budgetary etc.)

* Decision Impact: Dept/Branch

* Department Responsibility: Single

* Budgetary Responsibility: Yes

* Direct Reports: Yes

* Indirect Reports: No

* Physical Requirements: Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and on occasions up to 50 pounds

* Ability to work overtime as business needs arise

REQUIRED EDUCATION

* Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent

* Licensing requirements as required by State/Federal Agencies

* Notary Public license requirements as required by State

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

* Related Functional Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years Escrow Operations Experience

* Supervisory Minimum of 2 years at a supervisory level or above.

* Specialize in RESPA with understanding of company's underwriting guidelines

* Understanding of title and settlement rules and regulations

* Effective communication, presentation, and organization skills

* Capacity to work in a multi- location team environment

* Ability to prioritize conflicting demands & meet department needs with available resources

* Efficient in Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, One Note and Softpro is a plus

* Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

* Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

* Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

* Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

* Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of objectives

* Resolve complex problems and execute complex transactions as needed

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