University Admissions Counselor - Traditional Ground Campus - Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Hilo, HI

5d • Remote

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is hiring a University Admissions Counselor to oversee the Oahu, Hawaii territory in support of Grand Canyon University's Traditional Ground Campus. This is a remote, work-from-home role based near Hilo, Hawaii, focused on helping prospective students and families through the admissions process and supporting students from application through their first weeks on campus. The stated starting salary is $58,656 per year, with a tenure-based compensation plan that can increase earning potential after each year-long recruitment cycle.

The counselor represents Grand Canyon University in the local community, builds awareness of academic programs and campus life, generates prospective-student inquiries, and provides counseling through in-person meetings, phone, email, text, and Zoom. The position involves frequent engagement with high school students, teachers, school staff, youth groups, and families, as well as a busy schedule of fairs, school visits, presentations, events, and campus visits. It is an independent, target-driven role requiring extensive territory travel and travel to Phoenix one to three times per month for counselors living outside Phoenix.

Requirements

• Must live near Hilo, Hawaii.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Must not be delinquent on or in default on a federal student loan, as verified by a credit report; if enrolled in a rehabilitation program, the report must show payments are current.
• Outstanding time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities while traveling.
• Clear communication and engaging presentation skills, including in-person, written, and phone communication, and well-developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and drive to take ownership of work and exceed expectations.
• High emotional intelligence and empathy when working with students, families, and school district staff.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, clean driving record, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel extensively in the territory.
• Availability for some evening and/or weekend events.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Attended Grand Canyon University on campus and, as an alumnus, can share that experience with prospective students.
• Relevant industry-related professional experience.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Oahu, Hawaii territory and support prospective students interested in Grand Canyon University's Traditional Ground Campus.
• Host and implement territory events and activities to build awareness of academic programs and campus life and generate inquiries.
• Provide counseling to prospective students and their families in person, by phone, email, text, and Zoom.
• Engage with high school students, teachers, school staff, and youth groups in the territory.
• Attend college fairs, conduct school visits and presentations, participate in community and campus events, and host campus visits.
• Guide prospective students and families through the admissions process and toward a successful campus experience.
• Represent and promote Grand Canyon University in the territory.
• Travel extensively within the territory and travel to Phoenix one to three times per month.

Benefits

• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Tenure-based compensation plan with the opportunity to increase earning potential after each year-long recruitment cycle.

What This Job Offers

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