Account Executive - University Development Counselor - Online Division (Education) - Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Pasadena, CA

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is seeking an Account Executive, also described as a University Development Counselor, to oversee the Pasadena-Alhambra, California territory. The role focuses on marketing Grand Canyon University's College of Education and building awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business. This is a community-based position with ambitious targets, involving independent territory management and extensive local travel. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus.

The Account Executive develops and implements territory event and activity plans, builds partnerships, and generates prospective-student inquiries through presentations, calls, and email. The position also provides counseling and admissions support to prospective students, families, and partners from application through completion of their first few classes, helping students find a suitable path to a successful online learning experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• More than 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• No delinquent or defaulted federal student loan status as verified by a credit report; if enrolled in a rehabilitation program, the report must show payments are current and not delinquent.
• Outstanding 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 a drive to succeed.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to show 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 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 online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact territory partnerships and execute work through informational presentations, calls, and emails.
• Provide counseling to prospective students, their families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email.
• Promote Grand Canyon University's mission, student success, and institutional growth.
• Independently support prospective students through the admissions process, from application through completion of their first few classes.
• Travel extensively within the assigned territory and attend events, including some that may occur in the evening or on weekends.

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.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Stable income and salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level