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Escrow Assistant (in office)

First American · Green Bay, WI · $18.46–$24.63 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a job where getting the details exactly right really mattered. How did you make sure you didn't miss anything?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits that catch small errors, which can delay or derail a real estate closing.

Tell me about a time you had many tasks with deadlines on the same day. How did you organize them?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage many files at once without letting any closing slip.

How comfortable are you learning new software? Tell me about one you picked up quickly.

What they are checking: Whether they can adapt to the technology the company uses to transform how closings are completed.

Tell me about a time you helped a coworker even though it wasn't your job.

What they are checking: Whether they are a supportive teammate in a small in-office team in Appleton or Green Bay.

What would you do

A buyer calls stressed because closing is in two days and they haven't heard about their final numbers. How do you handle that call?

What they are checking: Whether they can reassure anxious customers and get answers quickly during a high-stakes moment.

You get an email that looks like it's from the seller asking to change their wire instructions. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize wire fraud red flags and verify by phone, a critical safeguard in escrow work.

A real estate agent is rude to you on the phone about a delay that wasn't your fault. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they stay professional and solution-focused with partners who refer business to the office.

You notice the name on the deed doesn't quite match the name on the buyer's ID. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they flag discrepancies to the escrow officer rather than assuming it is fine.

About the work

What do you know about what happens between a signed purchase agreement and closing day?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the basic steps of a residential transaction so they can support the escrow officer.

Why do you think confidentiality matters so much when handling closing documents?

What they are checking: Whether they understand they are handling sensitive personal and financial information that must be protected.

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The full job description

As published by First American.

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 Enable you to apply your administrative, support and interpersonal skills to your team and our customer as we lead the industry in transforming how residential real estate transactions are completed. We value our culture and need energetic people that love the details while thriving in delivering exceptional customer experiences. Come join First American, where we recognize our true worth is our people. We are looking to add an Escrow Assistant to our growing team. In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting supporting our Escrow team in a variety of ways including customer support and administrative duties.  This position plays a key role in making the dream of home ownership a reality. This is an in-office position located at 300 N. Broadway, Ste 3B, Green Bay, WI What You’ll Do: • Assist in the escrow process, such as opening orders, reading title commitments, and taking necessary steps to clear title • Communicate regularly with customers during the escrow process flow • Interpret various agreements as they relate to escrow closings • Working with a variety of technologies to enable escrow transactions, assisting customers to ensure a phenomenal customer experience What You’ll Bring: • Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude • Excellent verbal and written communication with both our internal teams and external customers • Problem solver with strong organizational skills, is detail oriented, a natural curiosity with an eagerness to learn • Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations • Knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies • High school diploma or equivalent • 2+ years escrow-related experience preferred Pay Range: $18.46 - $24.63 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. What We Offer 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.

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