Account Executive - Online Division- Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Silver Spring, MD

9h • Remote

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Silver Springs, Maryland territory and support Grand Canyon University’s online students. This remote, community-based role promotes online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, builds territory awareness and partnerships, and generates prospective-student inquiries. The Account Executive counsels prospective students, families, and partners and guides students through admissions and the start of their first few classes. The position requires extensive travel within the territory, and the employee must live within 30 miles of Silver Springs, Maryland. New-hire training is held in person at the Phoenix, Arizona campus. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 3 years of success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• No federal student loan delinquency or default as verified in a credit report; if enrolled in a rehabilitation program, the credit report must show payments are current and not delinquent.
• Outstanding time-management and prioritization skills.
• 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 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; some events may require evening and/or weekend availability.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must live within 30 miles of Silver Springs, Maryland.
• Ability to attend in-person new-hire training at the Phoenix, Arizona campus.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant industry-related professional experience.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement territory event and activity plans to build awareness of online academic programs and drive inquiry generation.
• Develop high-impact partnerships within the territory.
• Deliver informational presentations and communicate through calls and emails, adapting activities 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.
• Independently support prospective students through the admissions process and help guide them toward a successful online learning experience.
• Manage competing priorities and territory work, including while traveling.

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 an employee’s spouse, children, and dependents.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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