Title and Escrow Clerk

We are looking for a Title and Escrow Clerk in Bakersfield, California. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in title and escrow operations who can review records carefully, resolve discrepancies, and keep refund-related tasks moving forward. The selected candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate administrative processes efficiently during this 30-day engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Review escrow and title records to identify mismatches, outstanding balances, and items requiring reconciliation.

• Investigate refund-related issues and coordinate next steps to help ensure unresolved amounts are addressed promptly.

• Prepare and submit refund requests through the appropriate internal channels when external resolution is not available.

• Examine supporting documents for completeness and accuracy before updating files or escalating concerns.

• Maintain organized records of reconciliation activity, decisions, and follow-up actions throughout the assignment.

• Communicate findings clearly with relevant stakeholders to support timely problem resolution.

• Prioritize daily workload effectively to meet deadlines within a fast-paced, short-term project environment.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in title, escrow, or closely related mortgage support work.

• Practical knowledge of escrow processing and title-related administrative procedures.

• Experience handling loan administration tasks within a mortgage or real estate setting.

• Familiarity with real estate title documentation and reconciliation workflows.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate next steps.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when working with financial or transactional records.

• Ability to solve problems independently and manage responsibilities effectively during a Contract assignment.

Compensation

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