Escrow Officer

D.R. Horton, Inc., a leading homebuilder in the U.S., is seeking an experienced Escrow Officer to join their Financial Services Title-Escrow Department. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely completion of real estate closings (escrow) as directed by the Branch Manager.

• Perform all tasks and functions of the Escrow Receptionist, Escrow Technician, and Assistant Escrow Officer
• Complete routine residential resale, refinance, or builder escrow transactions
• Prepare escrow instructions and amendments, if applicable
• Deposit escrow funds, prepare disbursements, and balance all escrow-related accounts
• Perform general office functions as necessary
• Train Escrow Technicians and Assistant Escrow Officers
• 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, promoting the goodwill of the Company and developing 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

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Notary
• Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette, basic accounting/bookkeeping procedures, basic real estate/escrow/title terminology, English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and Century Title automation system, including keyboard proficiency
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, read, understand, and carry out verbal and written instructions, recognize and solve problems independently, ask for assistance when not able to proceed, operate office equipment, and be flexible and able to move from task to task

D.R. Horton, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company and the largest homebuilder in the U.S. We are committed to building high-quality homes designed for the entry-level and first-time move-up markets. Our company offers an excellent benefits package, including vision, medical, and dental insurance. We are looking for enthusiastic and team-oriented individuals to join our success.