Account Executive - Online Military Division - Grand Canyon University

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Account Executive to oversee the St. Louis, MO territory in this unique military community-based opportunity. This role involves strategy and execution, partnership development, and guiding prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process to ensure their success in online learning.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement event and activity plans for your territory to build awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business, driving inquiry generation.
• Shape high-impact partnerships 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 various mediums (in-person, phone, email) to support their enrollment journey.
• Champion the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Use critical thinking skills to guide prospective students through the admissions process, ensuring a successful online learning experience.
• Work independently with ambitious targets, demonstrating strong time management and prioritization skills, including travel within the territory.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• No delinquent or default status on a federal student loan as verified in your credit report. If in a rehabilitation program, your credit report must reflect current, non-delinquent payments.
• 3+ years of experience in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Outstanding time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks, including travel.
• Clear communication skills, comfortable interacting in person, in writing, and on the phone, with well-developed listening skills.
• Self-motivation and drive to succeed, with a proactive approach to new challenges.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to demonstrate empathy when coaching diverse students and nurturing partner relationships.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a flexible schedule, including evening and/or weekend availability for events.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort using digital tools for accountability and execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience in enrollment, recruiting, or counseling.
• 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.
• Generous tuition benefits for an employee’s spouse, children, and dependents.
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Pay

Starting salary is $75,000 per year with earning potential of a six-figure income after 5 years of successful service.

New hire training will be held in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus.