Job Description

Come Grow With Us

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational, and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works 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 community that we live and work in.

Join us at Grand Canyon Education in the Office of Field Experience division! We are looking for a motivated Clinical Site Development Manager to manage a team of site development reps to expand placements sites for the designated Nursing programs within the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions.

*Must reside within Phoenix, AZ

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. Here’s a taste of how you’ll make your mark as a Clinical Site Development Manager with us.

As a Clinical Site Development Manager, a typical week might include the following :

  • Manages a team of representatives who work defined territories which are based on the field placement needs of the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions students for its various Nursing Programs. 

  • Manages team to meet or exceed target activity levels to insure successful territory development; territory development will be to deepen relationship with existing accounts and obtain new sites to handle field placement volume.

  • Establishes database protocol to be able to generate reports which details site development activities including calling strategies, initial appointments, and on-site meetings. 

  • Generates weekly/monthly reports for CONHCP college and enrollment management which illustrates acquisition and retention of sites.

  • Oversees and manages communications with staff/preceptors/practicum site staff when escalations arise.

  • Trains team in customer service and relationship building skills to ensure all interactions with placement settings and students meet quality service standards.

  • Collaborates with Director of Field Experience in reporting on placement activity.

  • Collaborates with Director of Field Experience and CONHCP nursing management to ensure all students are placed in clinical practice site in order to meet graduation requirements.

  • Provides input for quarterly and annual budget considerations. 

  • Participates in department task forces to achieve process improvement.

  • Participate in preparation of yearly audits relative to funded program.

  • Attend quarterly meetings with appropriate stakeholders, internal and external.

  • Oversee increase in  partnerships/contracts for GCU with rural, private, community and hospital based clinics with emphasis on the uninsured and underserved populations as included in territory plan.

  • Contributes to the success of OFE by handling additional assignments/project initiatives as needed.

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The role might be right for you if you have:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution required, Nursing or allied health care or health sciences discipline preferred.

  • Experience in business development preferred.

  • Experience in leading a team preferred.

  • Prefer experience in higher education and regulation of student placement in nursing programs. 

  • 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 Instructions

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