Escrow Officer at First American

Ideal for a detail-oriented individual skilled in managing escrow accounts and ensuring smooth real estate closings. **What makes it worth a look...** First Am

Work type: onsite

Location: USA, Ohio, Columbus

Salary: $24 – $33/hr

Type: Full-time

Summary

Ideal for a detail-oriented individual skilled in managing escrow accounts and ensuring smooth real estate closings. **What makes it worth a look...** First American Title is hiring an Escrow Officer in Columbus, Ohio, with a pay range of $24.42 to $32.56 per hour. They are a well-established company with numerous accolades for being a great place to work. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have experience opening and managing escrow accounts. * Can accurately handle, safeguard, and disburse funds. * Are comfortable preparing and executing closing documents. * Can serve as a liaison between various parties in real estate transactions.

Job Description

# Who We Are

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.

# What We Do

Escrow Officer | First American Title - Ohio (Dublin, Westerville, Easton/Columbus)

At First American Title, we don’t just close transactions - we build confidence at every step of the real estate journey.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Escrow Officer who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, compliant, and seamless closings. This role is ideal for someone who combines operational precision with strong relationship management and sound decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Open, manage, and oversee escrow accounts for residential and commercial transactions


• Ensure the accurate handling, safeguarding, and disbursement of escrow funds


• Prepare, review, and execute closing documents from file open through settlement


• Serve as a trusted liaison between buyers, sellers, agents, lenders, and attorneys


• Drive transactions forward while maintaining clear, proactive communication with all parties


• Ensure full compliance with company policies, state regulations, and industry standards


• Identify and mitigate risk to protect clients and ensure smooth closings

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy


• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a high-volume environment


• Excellent communication and customer service skills


• Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities


• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset

• Join a respected, industry-leading organization with a strong local presence


• Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team


• Play a meaningful role in helping clients complete one of life’s most important transactions


• Opportunities available across our Dublin, Westerville, and Easton/Columbus offices

Pay Range: $24.42 - $32.56 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.

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