Account Executive - Online Division
About the role
Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that provides educational, operational and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in.
We are looking for a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Union County, NJ territory in this unique community-based opportunity. Starting salary is $75,000 per year with an earning potential of a six-figure income after 5 years of successful service as an Account Executive/University Development Counselor. New hire training will be held in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus.
Responsibilities
- Identify and implement event/activity plans for your territory, building awareness of online academic programs for education, healthcare and business and drive inquiry generation.
- Shape high-impact partnerships for your territory and execute daily work through informational presentations, calls and emails, iterating as needed to maximize value.
- Provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families and partners through a variety of mediums, championing the GCE mission and promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
- Support prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process, guiding them on the right path toward a successful online learning experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- No delinquent or in default on a federal student loan as verified in your credit report. If in a rehabilitation program, your credit report must reflect that you are current, not delinquent, on your payments.
- Outstanding time management skills; ability to prioritize competing priorities even while traveling.
- Clear communication skills; comfortable communicating in person, in writing and on the phone; well-developed listening skills.
- Self-motivation and drive to succeed; volunteer for new challenges without waiting to be asked.
- High emotional intelligence; ability to coach a diverse range of students with unique circumstances and develop partner relationships.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule; extensive travel in your territory required; clean driving record and ability to use your personal vehicle; some events might require evening and/or weekend availability.
- Computer literacy; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
Skills
- Relevant industry-related professional experience.
- Experience working with CRM tools.
Benefits
- 100% tuition-free education for employees through the Master’s degree program level and 75% coverage at the Doctorate degree program level.
- Tuition benefits for an employee’s spouse, children and dependents.