Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University - Remote

Grand Canyon Education • Las Vegas, NV

6d • Remote

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is hiring an Account Executive to oversee the Las Vegas, Nevada territory and help Grand Canyon University students succeed. This community-based role promotes the university’s online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, builds awareness and generates inquiries, and develops high-impact territory partnerships.

The Account Executive plans and executes territory events and activities and counsels prospective students, families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email. The role supports prospective students through the admissions process and helps them find a path toward a successful online learning experience, from application through completion of their first few classes. This is a work-from-home position requiring independent work, extensive travel within the territory, and some evening or weekend availability for events. The employee must reside in or near Las Vegas. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus.

The starting salary is $75,000 per year, with the 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.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Outstanding time-management skills and the ability to prioritize competing priorities, including while traveling.
• Clear communication skills in person, in writing, and over the phone, along with well-developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to take ownership of work.
• High emotional intelligence, empathy, and the ability to coach students with diverse circumstances and develop partner relationships.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule and availability for some evening and/or weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 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 and execute daily activities, including informational presentations, calls, and emails.
• Counsel prospective students, their families, and partners in person, over the phone, and by email.
• Promote Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Support prospective students through the admissions process, from application through completion of their first few classes.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed