Account Executive - Online Division- Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Silver Spring, MD

1d • Remote

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is hiring an Account Executive to oversee the Silver Springs, Maryland territory and help Grand Canyon University students succeed. This remote, community-based role focuses on building awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business; generating prospective-student inquiries; developing territory partnerships; and counseling prospective students, families, and partners. The Account Executive supports students through the admissions process and the first few classes, helping them find a path toward a successful online learning experience.

The role involves independently planning and executing territory activities, delivering informational presentations, and communicating by phone, email, and in person. It requires extensive travel within the territory and may include evening or weekend events. The employee must live within 30 miles of Silver Springs, MD. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus. Starting salary is $75,000 per year, with stated potential for six-figure income after five years of successful service as an Account Executive/University Development Counselor.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of successful experience in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Must not be delinquent or in default on a federal student loan, as verified in a credit report; if in a rehabilitation program, the credit report must show current payments.
• Outstanding time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing priorities while traveling.
• Clear communication skills in person, in writing, and by phone, along with well-developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and a willingness to take ownership of work and student interactions.
• High emotional intelligence and 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, with availability for some evening and weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must live within 30 miles of Silver Springs, Maryland.

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 academic programs in education, healthcare, and business and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact partnerships in the territory.
• Execute daily work through informational presentations, calls, and emails, 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.
• Support prospective students through the admissions process and guide them toward a successful online learning experience.
• Travel extensively within the territory and attend events, including some that may require evening or weekend availability.

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.
• Stable income and a good salary.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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