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

Grand Canyon Education • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is hiring an Account Executive to oversee the Columbia, South Carolina area and surrounding territory in a community-based opportunity supporting Grand Canyon University’s online military division. The role builds awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, generates prospective-student inquiries, develops local partnerships, and counsels prospective students, their families, and partners through the enrollment process and the first few classes. The Account Executive works independently to plan and carry out territory activities and support students’ success. Employees must live within 50 miles of their assigned territory. New-hire training takes place in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus. The starting salary is $75,000 per year, with potential to earn a six-figure income after five years of successful service as an Account Executive/University Development Counselor.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• No delinquency or default on a federal student loan, as verified in a credit report; applicants in a rehabilitation program must have a credit report showing current, non-delinquent payments.
• 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 ownership of work.
• 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 for extensive territory travel.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for some evening and/or weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant professional 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 Grand Canyon University’s online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, and generate prospective-student inquiries.
• Develop high-impact partnerships in the territory.
• Carry out territory work through informational presentations, calls, and emails, adjusting activities to maximize value.
• Counsel prospective students, their families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email throughout the journey to enrollment.
• 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.
• Manage competing priorities and territory travel independently.

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.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Starting salary of $75,000 per year, with potential to earn a six-figure income after five years of successful service.

What This Job Offers

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