University Admissions Counselor – Traditional Ground Campus –Grand Canyon University
About The Position
Grand Canyon Education is seeking a University Admissions Counselor to support Grand Canyon University’s Traditional Ground Campus students and oversee the Southern California territory. This remote, work-from-home role is based in or near Phoenix, Arizona, and involves extensive travel throughout the territory. The counselor helps prospective students and their families from application through their first few weeks on campus, promoting student success and the university’s academic programs and campus community. The position involves building community awareness and generating inquiries through events and activities, counseling prospective students through in-person and digital communication, and developing relationships with community colleges and other stakeholders. Counselors work independently toward ambitious targets while managing a busy schedule of school visits, fairs, presentations, community and campus events, and campus visits. Starting salary is $58,656 per year, with a tenure-based compensation plan that can increase earning potential after each year-long recruitment cycle.
Requirements
- Must live in or near Phoenix, Arizona.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Must not be delinquent or in default on a federal student loan, as verified by a credit report. If in a rehabilitation program, the report must show current payments.
- Strong time-management, organizational, and prioritization skills, including while traveling.
- Clear communication, presentation, writing, phone, and listening skills.
- Self-motivation, initiative, and drive to succeed.
- High emotional intelligence, empathy, and ability to coach students and families from diverse circumstances.
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, reliable transportation, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
- Flexible schedule and willingness to travel extensively within the territory.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Nice To Haves
- Grand Canyon University on-campus alumni experience that can be shared with prospective students.
- Relevant industry-related professional experience.
- Experience working with CRM tools.
Responsibilities
- Plan and host territory events and activities that build awareness of academic programs and the campus community and generate inquiries.
- Counsel prospective students and their families in person, by phone, email, text, and Zoom.
- Promote Grand Canyon University and support student success and institutional growth.
- Connect with community college students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders in the territory.
- Maintain a full schedule of fairs, school visits, presentations, community and campus events, and campus visits.
- Guide prospective students and families through the admissions process toward a successful campus experience.
- Manage territory responsibilities and recruitment targets independently while traveling.
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development and growth.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Stable income and salary.
- Opportunity to own part of the business without the risks of owning a business.
- Outstanding benefits and work perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
