Escrow Officer

Who We AreJoin 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 eleven 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 DoEscrow Officer | Inland Empire & Coachella Valley
Locations: Ontario, Riverside, Palm Springs or Indian Wells, CA
Ready to grow your escrow career with one of the most recognized and trusted names in real estate?
First American is seeking an experienced Escrow Officer to join our team and support residential real estate transactions throughout the Inland Empire and Coachella Valley. You’ll manage your files from opening through closing, build strong relationships with customers and partners, and deliver the responsive, accurate service that keeps business moving.
This is an opportunity to bring your expertise, relationships and customer-first approach to a company with the resources, reputation and support to help you succeed.

How You’ll Contribute

• Manage escrow transactions from start to finish.

• Review buyer, seller, and lender instructions to determine closing requirements.

• Order title reports and help resolve title defects, liens, and encumbrances.

• Prepare, review, and process closing documents and settlement statements.

• Calculate prorations, balance escrow accounts, disburse funds, and complete closings.

• Communicate with transaction parties and explain documents, provisions, and procedures as needed.

• Follow company policies, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2–4 years of related escrow/title experience.

• Experience directly handling escrow transactions preferred.

• Valid licensing/certification as required by applicable state.

• Knowledge of escrow/title industry practices and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong client relations, communication, organization, and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage confidential information and work with buyers, sellers, agents, brokers, lenders, and internal partners.

This position is eligible for bonus pay and/or incentives for production or other goals. 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.

Pay Rate: $34.00–$43.25 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.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but 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.