Carefree Title Branch Manager Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Carefree Title Branch Manager
Tampa, Florida
Escrow
12015
Job Description
Responsibilities
In addition to daily escrow officer duties, oversee day to day operations of the branch, daily activities and reporting. Provide guidance to the staff and be knowledgeable on company – escrow and title policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Adjust work load within the branch
Assist staff with difficult transactions
Review of branch invoices for payment
Tracks and records employee’s vacation and sick leave
Review and approval of staff timesheets
Develops escrow documents in accordance with established policies
Maintains escrow records and acts as an escrow agent
Draws and/or directs the processing of escrow instructions
Facilitates the escrow process by performing a review of the preliminary report to:
Confirm that transfer documents are consistent with the preliminary report, as authorized in the escrow instructions
Confirm that escrow is in a position to cause the required policies of insurance to be issued
Prepares write up for issuance of title insurance policies consistent with principals of escrow
Reconciles between instructions and preliminary report with the Title Department and/or principals, and agents by obtaining modification of escrow instructions, assists principals to obtain releases of liens and other encumbrances as necessary
Opens escrow transactions; develops and/or obtains the appropriate escrow documentation in accordance with policy and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations
Confirms and implements the terms contained in escrow instructions involving the financing, sale or exchange of real property
Regular and predictable attendance in the branch
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
3+ years related experience with directly handling escrow transactions as an escrow officer.
Escrow Officer Certification from the Escrow Association or completion of escrow officer training program by a title company or bank is a plus.
Intermediate to expert level of Microsoft Office suite
Ability to provide leadership and be a mentor to the escrow team
Ability to evaluate performance
Ability to provide guidance and problem solve when employee issues arise
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the principles of title and escrow process and procedures
Overview
Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.

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Better.®. Meritage is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. As a top 5 public homebuilder with over 180,000 homes delivered in its 38-year history, Meritage is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas. When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:
A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
An organization that lives by its core values everyday
Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment
A competitive pay structure
Strong benefits
Flexibility in work-life integration
Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
Maintain a competitive drive to be the best
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