Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University

Summary

Grand Canyon Education is an educational service company that provides educational, operational, and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. The company is seeking an Account Executive to oversee the Greenville, SC territory and support prospective Grand Canyon University students through outreach, counseling, and the admissions process for online academic programs.

Responsibilities

• Strategy and execution. You’ll be consistently identifying and implementing event/activity plans for your territory, building awareness of our online academic programs for education, healthcare and business and drive inquiry generation. You’ll shape high impact partnerships for your territory and execute your daily work through informational presentations, calls and emails, iterating as needed to maximize value
• Partner and influencer. Through a variety of mediums, you will use your passion for serving others to provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families and partners. Whether in-person, over the phone or via email, you will champion the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth
• Heart and Hustle. This is a remote role with ambitious targets! Working independently, you’ll be using your out-of-the-box critical thinking skills to support prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process, guiding them on the right path towards a successful online learning experience

Skills

• Who you are: You're a goal-getter who is passionate about the power of education. Over the past 3+ years, you've demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales or account management. You know it's not all about achieving your goals. While that does get you excited, what you really thrive on is using your exceptional communication and coaching skills to help non-traditional Grand Canyon University students' level up in their lives through quality education
• The role might be right for you if you have: * **A 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.** In this role, you'll be wearing many hats, so you'll need to show that not only have you honed your time management skills, but you also know how to prioritize competing priorities even while travelling. * **Clear communication skills.** You can explain just about anything to anyone and you're comfortable communicating in person, in writing and on the phone. You'll also need to have well developed listening skills. * **Self-motivation and drive to succeed**. You volunteer for new challenges without waiting to be asked. You're going to take ownership of the time you spend with Grand Canyon University students and truly make a difference. * **High emotional intelligence.** In this role, you'll be coaching a diverse range of Grand Canyon University students, each with unique circumstances. You'll also have partner relationships to develop and nurture. Ability to demonstrate empathy is key to success in this role. * **A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.** Since this role requires extensive travel in your territory, you'll need a clean driving record and ability to use your personal vehicle. Some events might require evening and/or weekend availability. * **Computer literacy.**  We rely on a number of digital tools to help you execute your work and keep you accountable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required
• Bonus points if you have: * Relevant industry related professional experience. * Experience working with CRM tools

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Who you are: You're a goal-getter who is passionate about the power of education. Over the past 3+ years, you've demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales or account management. You know it's not all about achieving your goals. While that does get you excited, what you really thrive on is using your exceptional communication and coaching skills to help non-traditional Grand Canyon University students' level up in their lives through quality education
• The role might be right for you if you have: * **A 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.** In this role, you'll be wearing many hats, so you'll need to show that not only have you honed your time management skills, but you also know how to prioritize competing priorities even while travelling. * **Clear communication skills.** You can explain just about anything to anyone and you're comfortable communicating in person, in writing and on the phone. You'll also need to have well developed listening skills. * **Self-motivation and drive to succeed**. You volunteer for new challenges without waiting to be asked. You're going to take ownership of the time you spend with Grand Canyon University students and truly make a difference. * **High emotional intelligence.** In this role, you'll be coaching a diverse range of Grand Canyon University students, each with unique circumstances. You'll also have partner relationships to develop and nurture. Ability to demonstrate empathy is key to success in this role. * **A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.** Since this role requires extensive travel in your territory, you'll need a clean driving record and ability to use your personal vehicle. Some events might require evening and/or weekend availability. * **Computer literacy.**  We rely on a number of digital tools to help you execute your work and keep you accountable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required

Nice to Haves

• Bonus points if you have: * Relevant industry related professional experience. * Experience working with CRM tools

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the Master's degree program level
• 75% coverage at the Doctorate degree program level
• An employee's spouse, children and dependents are also offered generous tuition benefits
• This is a remote role
• Ongoing professional development and growth
• A collaborative and supportive work environment