Campus Admissions Counselor: Recruit & Impact Students

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career impact

Stable salary

Promotion path

Professional development

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Grand Canyon University is seeking an Admissions Counselor for the Traditional Ground Campus in Phoenix, AZ. The role focuses on recruiting students through phone and email, with occasional in-person outreach, guiding applicants from inquiry through enrollment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a willingness to travel about 25% with reliable transportation. Starting salary is $40,000 with growth through a tenure-based plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Outstanding time management and organization.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent listening skills and empathy.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% with valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently while meeting targets.

Responsibilities

• Recruit students primarily by phone and email, with occasional in-person visits.
• Develop and execute a campus recruitment strategy to drive inquiries.
• Support applicants from initial contact through enrollment.
• Collaborate with families and schools across assigned territory.
• Travel to expand reach and participate in events.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organization

Phone outreach

Listening skills

Travel readiness

Driving license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Grand Canyon University is seeking an Admissions Counselor for the Traditional Ground Campus in Phoenix, AZ. The role focuses on recruiting students through phone and email, with occasional in-person outreach, guiding applicants from inquiry through enrollment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a willingness to travel about 25% with reliable transportation. Starting salary is $40,000 with growth through a tenure-based plan.