Escrow Officer (PGP Title)

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Job description

This position is located in West Palm Beach.

JOB SUMMARY:

Primary responsibility is to perform tasks related to settlement operations in the closing of real estate transactions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Act as liaison between all parties to the transaction including homebuyer, mortgage, accounting and other areas within the Title & Escrow Process
* Handle all aspects of the settlement transactions including preparation and approval of Settlement Statements, preparation and coordination of deeds, verify accuracy of loan documents, insurance documentation, seller statements, and contract or sales agreement
* Obtain signatures for closing transactions, explain all documents executed as needed, and facilitate questions/answers between parties to the transaction
* Follow Escrow Accounting Business Practice Guidelines which includes and not limited to collection and disbursement of funds while complying with required State and Federal Good Funds statutes
* Review escrow quality assurance reports and resolve any outstanding issues to ensure compliance with required business policy
* Ensure timely and accurate flow of information and documentation from settlement team to Recording and Accounting Departments
* Correct and resolve any post-closing issues that arise
* Perform other duties as assigned

SCOPE:

* Decision Impact: Dept.
* Department Responsibility: Single
* Budgetary Responsibility: No
* Direct Reports: No
* Indirect Reports: No
* Physical Requirements: Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and on occasions up to 50 pounds

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 1-3 years Escrow Officer/Assistant Escrow Officer experience
* Customer Service skills in dealing with all homebuyer types and demographics
* Ability to multi-task and handle fast-paced and demanding work environment
* Strong follow up skills and attention to detail
* Ability to adjust well to change
* Capacity to work in a multi-location team environment
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
* Ability to prioritize conflicting demands & meet department needs with available resources
* Efficient in Microsoft Windows, Outlook, and Excel. OneNote 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

All employees must be committed to fair and nondiscriminatory lending, in conformity with the Equal Credit Opportunity and Fair Housing acts, and to compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and company policies. Employees must act responsibly in their efforts to provide financial services to Pulte customers and to provide support to Pulte's core purposes.

All offers of employment are contingent upon clear results of a comprehensive pre-hire background check including credit, criminal, education and employment.

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