University Admissions Counselor – Traditional Ground Campus

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Manage the territory encompassing Kingman, Bullhead City, and surrounding regions.

• Organize and execute events and activities to enhance awareness of academic programs and foster campus community engagement.

• Generate inquiries from prospective students through active community engagement and various communication channels.

• Provide counseling to prospective students and their families via in-person meetings, phone calls, emails, texts, and Zoom.

• Build connections with community college students, faculty, and staff.

• Engage key stakeholders within the territory.

• Participate in fairs, school visits, presentations, and community and campus events.

• Facilitate campus visits for interested individuals.

• Advocate for Grand Canyon University and assist in institutional growth efforts.

• Work autonomously towards achieving ambitious goals.

• Assist prospective students and their families throughout the admissions journey.

• Support students and families from the application process through their initial weeks on campus.

• Establish and maintain relationships with community colleges and their personnel.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must reside in or near Phoenix, AZ.

• Bachelor's degree required.

• No delinquent or defaulted federal student loans, as confirmed by credit report; if in rehabilitation, the credit report must indicate current payments.

• Exceptional time management and organizational abilities.

• Strong communication and engaging presentation skills.

• Well-honed listening skills.

• Self-motivated with a strong desire to succeed.

• High emotional intelligence with the capability to show empathy.

• Valid driver's license is necessary.

• Reliable transportation and the ability to utilize a personal vehicle.

• Flexible schedule with a willingness to travel.

• Clean driving record required.

• Availability for evening and/or weekend events as needed.

• Proficient in computer skills.

• Competence in Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

• Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned territory and to Southern California 1–3 times per month for those living outside Southern California.

• Attendance at Grand Canyon University on campus and alumni status (preferred).

• Relevant professional experience in the industry (preferred).

• Familiarity with CRM tools (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of $58,656 per year.

• Tenure-based compensation plan that allows for increased earning potential after each year-long recruitment cycle.

• Continuous professional development and opportunities for growth.

• Comprehensive benefits and work perks.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Stable income.

• Opportunity to take ownership of your role without the risks associated with owning a business.