Live Smart Escrow – Escrow Officer

Escrow Officer

In-Office | San Diego, CA

Compensation: $29.00 – $36.00 hourly

Actual compensation within this range will be determined by factors including experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

As a Escrow Officer, you’ll serve as a key partner in facilitating smooth, compliant, and successful property transfers while providing an outstanding client experience.

If you’re detail-oriented, relationship-driven, and passionate about helping clients navigate one of life’s most important financial transactions, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Mission Fed?

Our culture is guided by six core values:
Integrity • Service • Commitment • Teamwork • Trust • Communication

When you join Mission Fed, you’ll become part of an award-winning organization that invests in its people, supports professional growth, and remains deeply connected to the communities we serve.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 18 days of PTO during your first year
• 12 paid holidays annually
• Full 6% 401(k) match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and additional voluntary benefits
• Employee wellness resources, including an on-site gym
• Career development opportunities
• An award-winning workplace culture

What You’ll Do

Manage Escrow Transactions from Start to Finish

• Open, manage, fund, and close a variety of escrow transactions, including residential, commercial, refinance, and FSBO transactions.
• Prepare, assemble, and review escrow instructions, deeds, settlement statements, and other required closing documents.
• Ensure all escrow files are accurate, complete, and compliant with company and industry standards.

Coordinate Successful Closings

• Review and execute closing documents with buyers, sellers, and other parties.
• Prepare closing figures and settlement statements for all parties involved.
• Assist lenders in satisfying funding and closing requirements.
• Ensure all conditions are met prior to funding and closing.

Resolve Title and Transaction Issues

• Coordinate with title companies to satisfy title requirements and clear title issues.
• Verify ownership, resolve liens and encumbrances, and prepare transactions for title insurance.
• Facilitate solutions to issues that may impact closing timelines.

Deliver Exceptional Client Service

• Serve as the primary point of contact for buyers, sellers, real estate agents, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Provide timely updates regarding file status and transaction progress.
• Build strong professional relationships through excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ensure a positive and seamless closing experience for all parties.

Post-Closing & Compliance

• Disburse funds once all conditions have been satisfied.
• Maintain accurate records and digitize files following closing.
• Adhere to all Mission Fed policies, security procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Complete required compliance and regulatory training.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of escrow industry experience with responsibilities comparable to this role.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Escrow Officer.
• Strong understanding of escrow and title industry practices, procedures, and documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required bonding.
• Ability to successfully pass applicable background screening requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

• Commercial real estate transactions
• Mobile home transactions
• Probate sales
• Bulk transfer transactions

Technology Experience

Preferred experience with:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• RBJ
• SMS
• FPS
• Other escrow and title software platforms

Build a Career with Purpose

At Mission Federal Credit Union, we believe in people helping people—and that starts with our Team Members. For more than 60 years, Mission Fed has proudly served San Diego, helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve financial well-being. We’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful difference, and contribute to an organization that values its people and its purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create brighter financial futures for our members, our communities, and one another.

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