Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is seeking an Account Executive to oversee the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania territory in a community-based role supporting Grand Canyon University’s online division. The Account Executive builds awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, generates prospective-student inquiries, and develops high-impact partnerships. The role involves working independently to plan and carry out territory activities and events, and communicating through presentations, calls, emails, and other channels.

The Account Executive counsels prospective students, their families, and partners, and supports prospective students through the admissions process and the beginning of their online learning experience. The position requires extensive travel within the territory, use of a personal vehicle, and a flexible schedule; some events may take place in the evenings or on weekends. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus. The starting salary is $75,000 per year, with stated potential to earn a six-figure income after five years of successful service as an Account Executive/University Development Counselor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• More than three years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• No delinquency or default on a federal student loan, as verified by a credit report; if participating in a rehabilitation program, the report must show payments are current.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills, including while traveling.
• Clear communication skills in person, in writing, and by phone, along with well-developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and drive to succeed.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to demonstrate empathy when coaching students with diverse circumstances and developing partner relationships.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, clean driving record, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for some evening and/or weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement event and activity plans for the assigned territory.
• Build awareness of Grand Canyon University online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact partnerships within the territory.
• Deliver informational presentations and communicate with prospective students and partners by phone and email, adapting activities as needed to maximize value.
• Counsel prospective students, their families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email.
• Promote Grand Canyon University’s mission, student success, and institutional growth.
• Guide prospective students through the admissions process and toward a successful online learning experience.
• Manage territory work independently, including travel and competing priorities.

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the master’s degree program level.
• 75% tuition coverage at the doctorate degree program level.
• Tuition benefits for employees’ spouses, 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