University Admissions Counselor - Traditional Ground Campus - Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon Education • Honolulu, HI

5d • Remote

About The Position

Grand Canyon Education is hiring a University Admissions Counselor to oversee the Oahu, Hawaii territory and support prospective students applying to Grand Canyon University's traditional ground campus in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a remote work-from-home role for someone living near Honolulu, Hawaii. The 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 territory and helps high school students and their families navigate the admissions process, from application through their first few weeks on campus. The role involves community engagement, prospective-student counseling, recruitment activities, and frequent travel. Counselors work independently toward ambitious targets while collaborating with school districts, students, families, and the university.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Must live near Honolulu, Hawaii.
• Must not be delinquent or in default on a federal student loan, as verified by a credit report. If participating in a rehabilitation program, the credit report must show current, non-delinquent payments.
• Outstanding time-management, organizational, and prioritization skills, including while traveling.
• Clear communication, engaging presentation, and well-developed listening skills; ability to communicate in person, in writing, and by phone.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and a strong drive to succeed.
• High emotional intelligence and empathy when working with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, reliable transportation, and ability to use a personal vehicle.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel extensively in the territory.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Attended Grand Canyon University on campus and can share the alumni experience with prospective students.
• Relevant industry-related professional experience.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Host and implement territory event and activity plans to build awareness of academic programs and campus life 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.
• Build connections with high school students, teachers, staff in local school districts, and youth groups.
• Maintain a schedule of college fairs, school visits, presentations, community and campus events, and campus visits.
• Guide prospective students and families through the admissions process and toward a successful campus experience.
• Develop and nurture relationships with school districts and their staff.
• Travel extensively within the assigned territory and travel to Phoenix one to three times per month if residing outside Phoenix.

Benefits

• Tenure-based compensation plan with increased earning potential upon completion of each year-long recruitment cycle.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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