Account Executive - University Development Counselor for Grand Canyon University Online Division

Grand Canyon Education • Billings, MT

1d • Remote

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Billings, MT territory. This is a unique community-based role focused on helping Grand Canyon University students succeed. GCE is a growing educational service company that supports the post-secondary education sector and works closely with Grand Canyon University (GCU). The role involves identifying and implementing event/activity plans, building awareness of online academic programs, and driving inquiry generation. The Account Executive will also shape high-impact partnerships and provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families, and partners through presentations, calls, and emails. This community-based role requires working independently, using critical thinking to support prospective students through the admissions process, and guiding them towards a successful online learning experience.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree.
• No delinquent or in default on a federal student loan as verified in your credit report. If in a rehabilitation program, your credit report must reflect that you are current, not delinquent, on your payments.
• Outstanding time management skills.
• Clear communication skills (in person, in writing, and on the phone).
• Well developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation and drive to succeed.
• High emotional intelligence.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy.
• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.
• Clean driving record and ability to use personal vehicle.
• Computer literacy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant industry related professional experience.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Consistently identifying and implementing event/activity plans for your territory.
• Building awareness of our online academic programs for education, healthcare and business and drive inquiry generation.
• Shaping high impact partnerships for your territory.
• Executing daily work through informational presentations, calls and emails, iterating as needed to maximize value.
• Providing exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families and partners through a variety of mediums.
• Championing the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Supporting prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process, guiding them on the right path towards a successful online learning experience.

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the Master's degree program level.
• 75% tuition coverage at the Doctorate degree program level.
• Generous tuition benefits for employee's spouse, children and dependents.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees