Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.
What We Do
Found typically in centralized processing (rather than an individual branch setting). Provides centralized clerical processing of all documents connected with the initiation or closing of escrows, relieving branches of high volume paperwork. Communicates information and instructions to escrow branches, but not to customers.
• Intermediate levels require a solid understanding of functional tasks
• Assistance may be required from more experienced team members will vary depending on task complexity
• Work may be reviewed for new or more complex tasks
• Provide a wide range of support within a functional area
• Follow functional area’s processes and procedures in daily activities, troubleshoot as needed and recommend suggestions for continuous improvements to overall operations
Essential Functions
- Work is very similar to work performed by associate level, although tasks may be slightly more complex with greater experience and knowledge
- May work on escrow openings and closings
Job Complexities & Impact
- Works on problems of moderately complex scope where action requires a review of a variety of factors
- Researches and obtains information for a wide range of complex data
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
- Follows department processes and procedures and may make recommendation to these processes
- Works under general supervision, acting on own initiative
- Uses expertise of more experienced level team members and leverages additional resources to confirm solutions
Supervision Received or Extended
- No responsibility for the supervision of others
- Works under general supervision, acting on own initiative
- Uses expertise of more experienced level team members and leverages additional resources to confirm solutions
Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used
- Must be able to follow Escrow Procedures and have awareness of regulations governing escrow process
Typical Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
Typical Range of Experience
- 1-2 years escrow processing experience
Pay Range: $20.31 - $27.09 Hourly
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.