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Salary $47,500 a year job type full-time
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University admissions counselor- traditional ground campus
Join us at grand canyon education and begin your career helping grand canyon university- traditional ground campus students succeed! we are looking for a motivated university admissions counselor to oversee the tulare, ca territory (with travel to visalia, ca) in this unique remote (work from home) opportunityStarting salary is $47,500 + a $5,000 geographical differential per year with a tenure-based compensation plan that allows you to increase your earning potential upon the completion of each year-long recruitment cycle.
Who you are:
You find fulfillment in serving others and are passionate about the power of educationYou’ve demonstrated success as a team player who hustles, is adaptable to change, and does everything intentionally.
You know it’s not all about achieving (and often crushing!) your goalsWhile that does get you excited, what you really thrive on is making a positive impact on the world by helping high school students make one of the most important decisions in their lives through a quality education and community at grand canyon university’s campus in phoenix, az.
Now is the time to bring your talents to grand canyon education, where you’ll have the opportunity to be involved in your local community and play an integral role in helping grand canyon university students find their purpose from application through their first few weeks on campusHere’s a taste of how you’ll make your mark as a university admissions counselor with us.
As a university admissions counselor, every counselor:
Has a servant’s heartYou’ll be involved in the community through hosting and implementing event/activity plans for your territory that build awareness of our academic programs and campus community and drive inquiry generationThrough a variety of mediums, you will use your passion for serving others to provide exceptional counseling to prospective students and their familiesWhether in-person, over the phone, via email, text or zoom, you will champion the gce mission, promoting grand canyon university student success and institutional growth.
HustlesYou’ll be busy using your unique ability to connect with high school students, teachers and staff in local school districts and engage with youth groups in your territory, while maintaining a full schedule that includes fairs, school visits, presentations, community/campus events and hosting campus visits.
Bleeds purpleYou’ll take pride in being the face of grand canyon university in your territory and will not only promote our transformation, but you will get to be a part of it.
Is purposefulThis is a work from home role with ambitious targets! working independently, you’ll be using your out-of-the-box critical thinking skills to support prospective grand canyon university campus students and families through the admissions process, guiding them on the right path towards a successful campus experience.
The role might be right for you if you have:
A bachelor’s degree .
Outstanding time management and organization skillsIn 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 organize and prioritize competing priorities even while travelling.
Clear communication and engaging presentation skillsYou can explain just about anything to anyone and you’re comfortable communicating in person, in writing and on the phoneYou are confident and can engage any room while presenting no matter what audience is in front of youYou’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 and love to go above and beyond what’s expectedYou’re going to take ownership of the time you spend with grand canyon university students and truly make a difference.
High emotional intelligenceIn this role, you’ll be coaching a diverse range of grand canyon university students and families, each with unique circumstancesYou’ll also have relationships with school districts and their staff to develop and nurtureAbility to demonstrate empathy is key to success in this role.
A valid driver`s license, reliable transportation, a flexible schedule and is willing to travelSince this role requires extensive travel in your territory, you’ll need a clean driving record and ability to use your personal vehicleSome events require evening and/or weekend availabilityFor those who reside outside of phoenix, you can expect to travel here 1-3 times per month.
Computer literacyAs part of a remote workforce, we rely on a number of digital tools to help you execute your work and keep you accountableProficiency in microsoft office suite is required.
Bonus points if you have:
Attended grand canyon university on campus and as an alumni, can share your experience with prospective students.
Relevant industry related professional experience.
Experience working with crm tools.
What we’ll offer in return:
A career where your work makes a difference.
A stable income with a good salary.
Opportunity to own your part of the business without the risks of owning your own business.
Ongoing professional development and growth.
Outstanding benefits and work perks.
Collaborative and supportive work environment...and more!
