About the Role
Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Newburgh, NY territory. This role involves supporting Grand Canyon University students from application through to the completion of their initial classes, playing an integral part in their success.
Responsibilities
- Consistently identify and implement event/activity plans for your territory.
- Build awareness of online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business.
- Drive inquiry generation.
- Shape high-impact partnerships for your territory.
- 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.
- Champion the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
- Support prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process.
- Guide students 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, credit report must reflect current, non-delinquent payments.
- Outstanding time management skills, including prioritizing competing priorities 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.
- High emotional intelligence and ability to demonstrate empathy.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a flexible schedule.
- Clean driving record and ability to use personal vehicle.
- Some events may require evening and/or weekend availability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
Skills
- Outside business development
- Consultative sales
- Account management
- Exceptional communication
- Coaching skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Clear communication
- Listening skills
- Self-motivation
- Drive to succeed
- Ownership
- High emotional intelligence
- Empathy
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Location
- Newburgh, NY
- Phoenix, AZ (for training)
- Remote
Work Type
- Remote
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ years of success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $75,000 per year
- Earning potential of a six-figure income after 5 years
Benefits
- 100% tuition-free education for employees through the Master's degree program level
- 75% tuition coverage at the Doctorate degree program level
- Generous tuition benefits for employee's spouse, children, and dependents
- Ongoing professional development and growth
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
About the Company
- Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company.
- Industry leader in providing educational, operational, and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector.
- Works closely with Grand Canyon University (GCU) to benefit thousands of students, families, and the local inner-city community.
- Values putting people first, driving innovation, and doing good in the community.
