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

Grand Canyon Education • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is seeking an Account Executive to oversee the Nashville, Tennessee territory in a community-based role supporting Grand Canyon University’s online military division. The position builds awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business; generates prospective-student inquiries; develops local partnerships; and counsels prospective students, families, and partners throughout the enrollment process and the first few classes.

The Account Executive independently plans and carries out territory activities, including informational presentations, calls, and emails, and adjusts strategies to maximize their impact. The role involves extensive travel within the territory, use of a personal vehicle, and occasional evening or weekend event availability. New-hire training takes place in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus. Starting salary is $75,000 per year, with the stated potential to earn a six-figure income after five years of successful service.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Bachelor's degree.
• No delinquent or defaulted federal student loan, as verified by a credit report; applicants in a rehabilitation program must have a credit report reflecting current, non-delinquent payments.
• Outstanding time-management skills and 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 ownership of work.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to demonstrate empathy when coaching students from diverse circumstances and developing partner relationships.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, reliable transportation, 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.

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 territory.
• Build awareness of Grand Canyon University's online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact territory partnerships and carry out daily work through informational presentations, calls, and emails, adjusting plans as needed.
• Counsel prospective students, their families, and partners in person, by phone, and by email throughout the journey to enrollment.
• Support prospective students through the admissions process and guide them toward a successful online learning experience.
• Manage time and competing priorities while traveling throughout the territory.

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