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

Grand Canyon Education • Ventura, CA

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is seeking an Account Executive to oversee the Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo County territories. This community-based role focuses on community colleges and law enforcement and promotes Grand Canyon University's online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business. Employees must reside within 30 miles of their assigned territory. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus.

The Account Executive develops and implements territory event and activity plans, builds awareness and generates inquiries, forms partnerships, and delivers informational presentations and outreach by phone and email. The role also provides counseling to prospective students, families, and partners, and supports prospective students through the admissions process and the beginning of their online learning experience. The position involves extensive travel within the assigned territory and independent work toward ambitious targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• No delinquency or default on a federal student loan, as verified in a credit report. If participating in a rehabilitation program, the credit report must show current payments.
• 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 ownership.
• High emotional intelligence, empathy, and the ability to coach students with diverse circumstances.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for some evening and weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must reside within 30 miles of the assigned territory.

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's online programs in education, healthcare, and business and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact territory partnerships.
• Conduct informational presentations and communicate with prospective students and partners by phone and email.
• Counsel prospective students, their families, and partners, promoting student success and institutional growth.
• Guide prospective students through the admissions process and support them toward a successful online learning experience.
• Manage territory work independently, using critical thinking to support prospective students.
• Travel extensively within the assigned territory.

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