Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University

Position Overview

Come Grow With Us at Grand Canyon Education (GCE), a rapidly growing educational service company and long-time industry leader in providing educational, operational, and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE continues to work closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families, and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the communities where we live and work. We are seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the San Francisco, CA territory. Salary: $75,000 per year, with the potential for a six-figure income after 5 years of successful service. Location: San Francisco, CA (with new hire training in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus). Schedule: Work from home with extensive travel and required evening/weekend availability for certain events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute event and activity plans to build awareness of our online academic programs in education, healthcare, and business.
• Collaborate with partners and influencers to provide exceptional counseling to prospective Grand Canyon University students, their families, and institutional partners.
• Manage a dynamic workload in a work-from-home setting, utilizing out-of-the-box thinking and strong communication skills to support students throughout the admissions process.
• Engage in both high-level strategy and detailed execution, ensuring that every interaction adds value to the student experience and drives institutional growth.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience Required: 3+ years of success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Outstanding time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
• Self-motivation and a proactive drive to take on challenges.
• High emotional intelligence with the capability to empathize and coach a diverse range of students.
• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a flexible schedule for travel, including evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort using digital tools as part of a remote workforce.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant industry-related professional experience.
• Experience working with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools.

Benefits & Perks:

• Benefits: Generous benefits package including 100% tuition-free education for employees through the master's degree program level and 75% coverage for the Doctorate level, with additional tuition benefits available for spouses, children, and dependents.
• Stable income with significant earning potential.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that makes a direct impact on student success.