Associate Director, Field Operations - Grand Canyon UniversityClick Here to Apply Online Job DescriptionCome Grow With Us! Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is an educational service company that provides an array of support services in the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still supports and works closely with GCU. GCE designs and develops educational programs for GCU and other traditional campus institutions, as well as online partner institutions at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Join us at Grand Canyon Education in the Office of Field Experience division! We are looking for a motivated Associate Director who will be a ccountable for assisting director and other senior department management in formulating policy and processes into departmental management practices to support the strategic and operational goals of the organization and the department. New hire training will encompass three full weeks of training. One week will be held in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus and the following two weeks will be held virtually via Zoom. Who you are: You are a self-motivated person who is passionate about the power of education. Over the years, you’ve demonstrated success in customer service, consultative sales, or account management. You aren’t afraid to hustle to make it happen for your students and team.You know it’s not all about achieving personal goals. While that does get you excited, what you really thrive on is using your exceptional communication and conversational skills to help others achieve theirs. You have no problem working autonomously or within a team and look forward to professionally developing and growing in a supportive, goal-oriented environment. Now is the time to bring your talent to Grand Canyon Education, where you’ll have the opportunity to play an integral role in providing college students the roadmap for success, from the moment they ask for information through their first day of class.As an Associate Director, a typical week might include the following :
Assist with developing strategy for operational management and development so as to meet agreed organizational performance goals within agreed budgets and timescales.
Assist with operational execution of initiatives to support departmental performance goals.
Establish and maintain appropriate systems for measuring necessary aspects of operational management and development
Monitor, measure and report on operational issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales
Manage and develop direct reporting staff
Manage and control departmental expenditure within agreed budgets
Liaise with other functional/departmental managers so as to understand all necessary aspects and needs of operational development, and to ensure they are fully informed of operational objectives, purposes and achievements
Contribute to the evaluation and development of operational strategy and performance.
Ensure activities meet with and integrate with requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal stipulations, environmental policies and other regulatory compliance guidelines.
The role might be right for you if you have:
Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
A minimum of 3 years’ relevant leadership/management experience.
Ability to develop positive professional relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Self-motivated and action oriented.
Proficient with standard office programs and systems.
Must be able to pass background investigations.
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.
Bonus points if you have:
Relevant, industry-related professional experience
Experience working with CRM tools.
What we’ll offer in return:
A career where your work genuinely makes a difference
A stable income with a good salary
Tuition Benefits Program
Extensive training with team and management support
Structured professional development plans and opportunities
Outstanding benefits and work perks
Collaborative and supportive team environment. and more!
Application InstructionsPlease click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!Apply Online (https://gcu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/GCE/job/AZ-Phoenix/Associate-DirectorField-Operations-Grand-Canyon-UniversityR000057633) Click Here to Apply Online
