Columbus Escrow Officer

Job Title: Escrow Officer

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Escrow Officer is responsible for managing real estate closings from beginning to end, acting as a neutral party between buyers, sellers, lenders, and realtors. This role ensures all escrow and title requirements are met, documents are accurately prepared and recorded, and funds are properly disbursed. The Escrow Officer maintains compliance with all regulations, delivers excellent customer service, and upholds company policies throughout the transaction process.

Key Responsibilities:

Guide all parties (buyers, sellers, lenders, realtors) through the escrow process professionally and clearly

Prepare, review, and process escrow and title documents for closing

Clear title issues and coordinate with underwriters as needed

Balance and disburse escrow funds according to contract and legal requirements

Schedule and facilitate closing appointments, including document signing and notarization

Ensure all documents are properly recorded with the appropriate county offices

Issue closing protection letters and other title-related documents

Maintain regular communication with all parties to keep them informed

Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies

Prepare status reports for escrow accounts and provide updates to stakeholders

Perform additional administrative tasks and special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in business, finance, or real estate is a plus

Minimum 1-2 years of experience in escrow, title, or real estate transactions

Notary public commission or ability to obtain within 90 days

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with escrow software (such as SoftPro) preferred

Strong organizational, mathematical, and document review skills

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work both independently and as part of a team

High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

Customer-focused, professional, and positive attitude