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Senior Escrow Assistant

United StatesUnited States·Santa Cruzsenior
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Key Responsibilities

$23.37 - $31.14 Hourly This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.

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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 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.

Typically found in a branch/office setting where the assistant is providing support to Escrow department by assisting with customer service and administrative duties related to escrow closings. May provide general support for a team, or partner with an escrow officer. Primarily focused on residential transactions.

  • Performs wide range of administrative support duties requiring broad experience, skill and knowledge of organization and escrow policies and practices.  Works independently to resolve a wide range of inquiries.
  • Prepares documents for a wide range of transactions, such as closing statements, settlement statements, wraps, assignments, and mobile homes
  • Creates and maintains files, records, reports; monitor and track workflow
  • Responds to inquiries and gathers information to resolve issues
  • Communicates information to responsible parties
  • May train / provide guidance to less experienced team members
  • May assist Escrow Offices with business development and customer service
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 4+ years experience directly related experience
  • Needs proficiency in more complicated residential transactions

  • Broad experience with escrow transactions
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Knowledge of MS Office suite
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills
  • Able to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times
  • Strong detail orientation
  • Ability to analyze, compare, interpret and process data
  • Strong knowledge of company and/or client operating systems

Pay Range: $23.37 - $31.14 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 Offer

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By 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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Santa Cruz, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
September 3, 2026
First seen
September 29, 2026
Last seen
September 29, 2026

Posting Health

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September 29, 2026

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Senior Escrow Assistant