Escrow Professional Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Escrow Professional Title Group of Tennessee Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $45,000 – $55,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Accounting software English Mid-level Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree Computer skills Typing Communication skills Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Our Escrow Assistant perform duties related to all facets of escrow processing. S/He is required to exercise independent judgment and to possess the knowledge and experience necessary to efficiently handle any situation that may arise during the closing process. This position works closely with all other members of the team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Responsibilities Processes transactions including all transaction types Preliminary contact with parties on all transactions Reviews title commitment to assure all requirements have or will be met with closing Provides document assistance to Managing Director, Operations Manger, Escrow Officer, and Staff Attorney, as assigned Continued communication with parties as needed Receipts and disburses funds from company escrow account as directed by Escrow Officer and Operations Manager Follows company standards and practices when processing transactions, as well as applicable state laws and guidelines Returns all calls, voicemails, and emails in a timely manner Adheres to company policies and guidelines Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor Assists Escrow Officer as needed with the following duties: Reviews documents needed to prepare settlement statement (i.e., demands, loan documents, and insurance) Prepares settlement statements for closing, including input of all relevant data and lender figures Assures lender and company are in balance for funding Sends settlement statement, once balanced with lender, to Agents for review and approval Sends settlement figures to Seller, if requested by Listing Agent Submits funding package to lender, if required, to obtain authorization to disburse Receipts and disburses all funds from company escrow account Prepares fee quotes for prospective clients/transactions Performs closings in office Submits funding package to lender, if required, to obtain authorization to disburse

QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE

Minimum of Three (3) years of experience is preferred.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma required Bachelor’s Degree preferred

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, INSURANCE

Title Insurance license preferred

KNOWLEDGE

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the title industry field.

SKILLS Adaptability:

adapts to new, different, or changing requirements Attentive to details Critical thinking: uses logical thought processes to analyze and draw conclusions Customer focused: is pleasant, courteous, and professional when dealing with internal and external customers or clients Decision making: applies critical thinking skills to solve problems; identifies and prioritizes the key issues involved to facilitate the decision-making process Dependable and reliable: displays responsible behaviors at work

Integrity:

treats others with honesty, fairness, and respect Planning and organizing: plans and prioritizes work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks

Professional:

maintains a professional demeanor at work

Reading:

reads and comprehends documents ranging from simple and straightforward, to more complex and detailed; attains meaning and comprehends core ideas from written materials and applies what is learned

Respectful:

works effectively with those who have diverse backgrounds Team player: works effectively with others

Technology:

uses information technology and related applications to convey and retrieve information; demonstrates strong computer/typing skills in Microsoft Office, email programs, accounting software, and internet browsers Verbal communication: maintains open lines of communication with others; speaks clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized, and coherent manner

Writing:

uses standard English to clearly communicate thoughts, ideas, and information in written form

NOTE:

Skills list resourced in part from Common Employability Skills, National Network of Business and Industry Associations, 2014.

Print and online at:

http://www.nationalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Common_Employability_Skills-03-30-152.pdf.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(including physical requirements) This position requires repetitive use of a keyboard, bending, sitting, squatting, and simple grasping. This position requires use of one’s own vehicle for transportation during the workday.