Education Account Executive – Honolulu Territory

Grand Canyon Education, Inc.; Hawaii; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Family tuition

Job summary

Grand Canyon Education, Inc. is seeking an Account Executive/University Development Counselor to oversee the Honolulu, Hawaii territory. Starting salary is $75,000 per year with potential to reach six figures after several years. Training will be conducted in Phoenix, AZ, with generous tuition benefits for employees and families.

The role emphasizes outside sales, consultative guidance, and partnerships to support Grand Canyon University students in completing their first classes and beyond.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree. 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, 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.

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.
• 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.
• Heart and Hustle. This is a community-based 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

Outside sales

Account management

Communication

Time management

Driving

CRM experience

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Grand Canyon Education, Inc. is seeking an Account Executive/University Development Counselor to oversee the Honolulu, Hawaii territory. Starting salary is $75,000 per year with potential to reach six figures after several years. Training will be conducted in Phoenix, AZ, with generous tuition benefits for employees and families.

The role emphasizes outside sales, consultative guidance, and partnerships to support Grand Canyon University students in completing their first classes and beyond.