Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Denver, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Denver, CO territory. This is a unique community-based opportunity with two openings for coverage in SE and SW Denver. The role involves identifying and implementing event/activity plans, building awareness of online academic programs, and driving inquiry generation. The Account Executive will shape high-impact partnerships and execute daily work through presentations, calls, and emails. This role requires providing exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families, and partners, championing the GCE mission, and promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth. It is a community-based role with ambitious targets, requiring independent work, critical thinking, and support for prospective students through the admissions process.

New hire training will be held in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus.

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 your 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

• Identifying and implementing event/activity plans for your territory.
• Building awareness of our online academic programs for education, healthcare and business.
• Drive inquiry generation.
• Shape high impact partnerships for your territory.
• Execute your daily work through informational presentations, calls and emails, iterating as needed to maximize value.
• Provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families and partners.
• Champion the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Support prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process, guiding them on the right path towards a successful online learning experience.
• Working independently, using out-of-the-box critical thinking skills.

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the Master's degree program level.
• 75% tuition coverage at the Doctorate degree program level for employees.
• Generous tuition benefits for employee's spouse, children and dependents.
• A career where your work makes a difference.
• A stable income with a good salary.
• Opportunity to own your part of the business without the risks of owning your own business.
• 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