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The Director of Public Safety Sales leads and coaches a team of Account Executives who are responsible for building and expanding relationships within the Public Safety vertical. This role is a strategic partner and advisor, coaching the team on how to position and grow data-driven solutions with law enforcement agencies, victim advocacy groups, and other government and non-government organizations.
This director will need to develop and maintain an understanding of how data solutions bring value to cross-functional government agencies, empowering the team to sell into this complex ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in maintaining cross-functional relationships and closing large-scale deals.
What you'll do:
- Lead and develop a team of Account Executives, providing strategic guidance and coaching on complex sales cycles within the Public Safety vertical.
- Establish and maintain a predictable sales cadence, ensuring accurate Salesforce hygiene, deal progression, and timely resolution of escalations.
- Partner with Government Relations and business development teams to create and execute strategies that drive sales and expand market presence.
- Work with cross-functional teams to identify and develop new product opportunities and go-to-market strategies.
- Provide timely and accurate sales forecasts and deal updates to sales leadership.
- Act as a subject matter expert during contract negotiations, renewals, and RFP responses, ensuring alignment with client needs and business goals.
- Coach the team on best practices for selling into state and local government agencies, victim services, and related advocacy groups.
What experience you need:
- 7+ years of direct sales experience selling technology, data, or software solutions into Justice Intelligence, Law Enforcement, or Public Safety sectors.
- 3+ years of experience in a sales management or supervisory role leading direct quota-carrying sales teams
- Demonstrated experience with strategic sales motions involving government agencies and partnerships with Government Relations teams.
- Demonstrated history of closing large-scale, multi-year enterprise contracts with state and local government entities.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%.
What could set you apart:
- Strong understanding of the challenges facing law enforcement and victim services agencies and how data-driven solutions can address them.
- Experience in a highly-matrixed organization, working with business development, marketing, and product teams to achieve sales goals.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- High proficiency with a customer relationship management (CRM) system.
Equifax is required by law to include a good-faith salary range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; and other business and organizational needs. At Equifax, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $150,000 to $170,000. This position is also eligible for our incentive compensation program at approximately 40%. The application window is anticipated to close on November 5, 2026. This date is a good faith estimate only and may be modified where necessary.
We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.
Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
Who is Equifax?
At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence.
We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best.
Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
