Carefree Title Branch Manager

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

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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.Built.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 fourth year in a row. Meritage has delivered over 210,000 homes in its 41-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. 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

Who can apply

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