Receptionist, Seasonal Work

Company: First American
Location: Sarasota
Posted on: March 24, 2020

Job Description:

Company SummaryJoin our team! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. As a global leader in providing title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions, First American (NYSE: FAF) is an ideal place to build your career. We have been entrusted with helping our customers achieve and protect their dream of homeownership since 1889. We believe that our people are the key to the companys continued success, and we invest in diverse talents and backgrounds and empower our teams to achieve more than they could anywhere else. First American has created an award-winning culture and has been named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the fifth consecutive year and to more than 50 regional Best Places to Work lists. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.comJob SummaryDo you have a knack for helping others and strong attention to detail? First American is embarking on an exciting new Seasonal hiring journey! We are looking for individuals that share our passion to help others on a seasonal basis during April through September to accommodate our peak season.Seasonal employees work up to 6 months out of a year in a rewarding and supportive environment and have 6 months off to recharge for the next season!Whether you are semi-retired, a stay at home parent, have time off from your other job or would just enjoy having flexibility to enjoy life AND want a fulfilling career with a company that values YOU First American is the place for you! When you complete your first season, we will be anxious to see you again for the next!Escrow Receptionists provide support to Escrow department by assisting with customer service and administrative duties related to escrow closings.Essential Functions

• Answers phones, greets customers, places calls and writes for various information needed for escrow closings
• Performs secretarial and clerical duties to assist in the gathering of information and handling of funds for escrow closings
• Process opening orders, initial file set up, deposit and distribution of funds, written transmittals for funds and documents, handling reconveyances, preclosing maintenance and post-closing follow up on assigned files
• Operates multi-line telephone system to answer incoming calls and directs callers to appropriate personnelKnowledge and Skills/Technology Used
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees
  • Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitmentsTypical Education
    • High School diploma or equivalentTypical Range of Experience
      • Escrow experience preferred
      • 1-2 years of office experience requiredFirst American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer. For more information about our Company and our dedication to putting People First, check out firstam.com/careers.

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