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

Grand Canyon Education • Junction City, KS

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is seeking an Account Executive to oversee the Junction City, Kansas, and surrounding territory in a community-based opportunity supporting Grand Canyon University’s online military division. The role focuses on building awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business; generating inquiries; developing territory partnerships; and guiding prospective students from application through completion of their first few classes. Employees must reside within 50 miles of their assigned territory. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona, campus.

The Account Executive plans and executes territory activities, delivers informational presentations, and communicates with prospective students, families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email. Working independently, the role provides counseling and coaching through the admissions process and supports students in finding a successful online learning experience. The position involves extensive travel within the territory and may require evening or weekend availability.

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. Grand Canyon Education offers tuition benefits for employees and their eligible family members, along with professional development and other benefits and work perks.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• No federal student loan delinquency or default, as verified by a credit report; applicants in a rehabilitation program must have a credit report showing current, non-delinquent 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 drive to succeed.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to demonstrate empathy when coaching a diverse range of students and developing partner relationships.
• 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/or weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to reside within 50 miles of the assigned territory.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant industry experience in enrollment, recruiting, or counseling.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement event and activity plans for the assigned territory.
• Build awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact partnerships in the territory.
• Conduct informational presentations and communicate with prospective students, families, and partners by phone, email, and in person.
• Counsel and coach prospective students, their families, and partners throughout the enrollment journey.
• Support prospective students through the admissions process, from application through completion of their first few classes.
• Promote Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Manage territory work independently, including extensive travel and competing priorities.

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the master’s degree program level.
• 75% tuition coverage for employees 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