Let’s get started
By clicking ‘Next’, I agree to the Terms of Service
and Privacy Policy
Jobs / Job page
Account Executive, Public Safety (Regional)  image - Rise Careers
Job details

Account Executive, Public Safety (Regional) - job 1 of 2

Who is Flock?

Flock Safety is an all-in-one technology solution to eliminate crime and keep communities safe. Our intelligent platform combines the power of communities at scale - including cities, businesses, schools, and law enforcement agencies - to shape a safer future together. Our full-service, maintenance-free technology solution is trusted by communities across the country to help solve and deter crime in the pursuit of safer communities for everyone.

Our holistic public safety platform is comprehensive and intelligent, providing the actionable evidence needed to solve, deter and reduce crime across neighborhoods, schools, businesses and entire cities. Without compromising transparency or privacy, we are turning unbiased data into objective answers.

Flock strives to offer a career-defining experience where you can also make an impact on your community. While safety is a serious business, we are a supportive team that is optimizing the remote experience to create strong and fulfilling relationships even when we are physically apart. Our group of hard-working employees thrive in a positive and inclusive environment, where a bias towards action is rewarded. 

We have raised over $500M in venture capital from investors including Tiger Global, Andreessen Horowitz, Matrix Partners, Meritech Capital Partners, and Initialized Capital. Now surpassing a $5.5B valuation, Flock is scaling intentionally and seeking the best and brightest to help us meet our goal of reducing crime in the United States by 25% in the next three years.

The Opportunity 

Are you a self-motivated and established outside sales professional that wants to make money selling an innovative technology while also solving crime? If you thrive in a competitive, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment, this is a game-changing opportunity for you. Flock is looking to add a Territory Sales Manager to our growing Law Enforcement sales team. This person will play a key role in helping Flock grow, focusing on a single market, owning demand generation, partnerships, and full cycle software sales. The position is based out of Ohio, and requires regional travel up to 50% during peak seasons.

This is a 100% remote field sales opportunity. Candidates must live local to this territory.

The Skillset 

  • 5-7 years of full cycle sales experience, with an emphasis on outside/field software sales.

  • Self-starter mentality with a willingness to learn, take initiative, and produce results in a defined territory.

  • Experience using outbound sales strategies to develop new business within a defined territory.

  • Able to quickly digest and learn technical products, and become the subject matter expert for your clients.

  • Strong presentation and demonstration skills.

  • Energized by solving customer's problems- e.g. consultative sales approach.

  • Enjoy working in a fast paced, data-driven sales environment.

  • Startup experience is a plus.

Feeling uneasy that you haven’t ticked every box? That’s okay; we’ve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 Days at Flock

We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe to 90 day plans and believe that good days, lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired as a Territory Sales Manager at Flock Safety. 

The First 30 Days

  • Learn the market, understand existing customers, meet your peers, understand LE use cases, develop expertise in your industry in order to see success in your territory. 

  • Pass your Demo Certification to receive your Book of Accounts.

  • Outbound activity outside of your normal required training and courses.

The First 60 Days 

  • Build your territory and drive pipeline through outbound, LE referrals, and your territory. 

  • Join CSM calls, set up weekly 1:1s with Director, and other internal cross-functional bi-weekly meetings.

  • In-person shadowing, creating 16+ opportunities, and close your first deal.

90 Days & Beyond 

  • Maintain accurate forecasting, weekly and bi weekly checkins with your Director and cross-functional teams.

  • Meet with a current customer for a ride along, a community liaison officer, and dispatcher.

  • Complete meetings with net new logos, create 20+ opportunities, and close 7 deals.

The Interview Process 

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way. 

  1. Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter to chat through your background, what you could bring to Flock, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are. 

  2. The Hiring Manager Interview: You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at Flock. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field. 

  3. The Technical Assessment: Our technical assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job. You will run a mock discovery call with the objective to build interest and show enough value to close us. You will also be given time to to showcase a successful deal you’ve closed and walk them through from start to finish. Your recruiter will ensure you are fully prepared for your big day. 

  4. The Executive Review: A chance to meet a few executives on our Law Enforcement sales team and view Flock from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more. 

The Perks 

💰Salary & Equity: In this role, you’ll receive a base salary of $105,000 with an OTE of $239,000, stock options, and uncapped commissions!

🌴Use what you need PTO: We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays and your birthday off!

⚕️Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match. 

👪Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.

🍼Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. We will reimburse $10,000 a year for adoption, surrogacy, or fertility.

🧠Mental Health: All employees receive an annual subscription to Headspace.

💖Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support 

💚ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.

💸Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions. 

💻WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.

📚Productivity Stipend: $250 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo, Grammarly and so much more.

🏠Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.

🐾Pet Insurance: We’ve partnered with Pumpkin to provide insurance for our employee’s fur babies. 

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

The Perks 

🌴Flexible PTO: We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays.

⚕️Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match. 

👪Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.

🍼Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. In 2024, Flock will provide a $ 50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.

🧠Mental Health: All employees receive an annual subscription to Headspace.

💖Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support 

💸Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions. 

💚ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.

💻WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.

📚Productivity Stipend: $250 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo, Grammarly and so much more.

🏠Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.

🐾Pet Insurance: We’ve partnered with Pumpkin to provide insurance for our employee’s fur babies.

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

At Flock Safety, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job posting may span more than one career level.

Flock Safety Glassdoor Company Review
4.0 Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon Glassdoor star icon
Flock Safety DE&I Review
4.0 Glassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star iconGlassdoor star icon Glassdoor star icon
CEO of Flock Safety
Flock Safety CEO photo
Unknown name
Approve of CEO

Average salary estimate

$172000 / YEARLY (est.)
min
max
$105000K
$239000K

If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.

What You Should Know About Account Executive, Public Safety (Regional) , Flock Safety

Join Flock Safety as an Account Executive in the Public Safety sector, where you’ll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to making communities safer. Flock Safety is a dynamic technology company that's revolutionizing public safety through innovative solutions. As an Account Executive, you’ll leverage your sales prowess to engage law enforcement and help them access our state-of-the-art technology designed to deter crime and support community safety. This role is all about building relationships and driving results, as you focus on generating demand and cultivating partnerships within the Cleveland region. With a compelling mission to reduce crime by 25% over the next three years, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact not only for the company but for the wider community as well. Your input is valued, and you’ll work in a supportive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. Flock’s culture is inclusive and remote-friendly, ensuring you feel connected and rewarded for your contributions, all while having the flexibility of a predominantly work-from-home setup. With a competitive salary and fee structure, Flock prides itself on offering generous benefits, including fully-paid health options and generous leave policies. So, if you’re an experienced outside sales professional eager to take on a pivotal role within a forward-thinking company, Flock Safety might just be your next great adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Account Executive, Public Safety (Regional) Role at Flock Safety
What are the responsibilities of an Account Executive at Flock Safety?

As an Account Executive at Flock Safety, your primary responsibilities include full cycle software sales, focusing on developing new business within your assigned territory. You'll engage with law enforcement agencies, demonstrate our innovative technology, and ultimately drive demand for our public safety solutions. Building partnerships and understanding customer use cases are key facets of your role to ensure success.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What qualifications are needed to apply for the Account Executive position at Flock Safety?

Flock Safety looks for candidates with 5-7 years of full cycle sales experience, especially in outside sales within the software industry. A self-starter attitude, consultative sales skills, and the ability to quickly learn technical products are essential. Successful candidates should also demonstrate strong communication and presentation abilities.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What is the work culture like for an Account Executive at Flock Safety?

Flock Safety fosters a positive and inclusive work environment, emphasizing collaboration and mutual respect. As an Account Executive, you'll thrive in a culture that values results and encourages a proactive approach to overcoming challenges, all while being supported by a strong team where individual contributions matter.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What benefits can an Account Executive expect at Flock Safety?

Flock Safety offers a competitive benefits package for Account Executives, including a base salary plus commission, fully-paid health benefits, flexible paid time off, and an array of family support options. You’ll also enjoy stipends for home office needs and productivity, reflecting the company's commitment to employee wellness and satisfaction.

Join Rise to see the full answer
Is remote work an option for the Account Executive role at Flock Safety?

Absolutely! The Account Executive position at Flock Safety is designed for remote work, allowing you to manage your time effectively while focusing on results. However, it does require some regional travel, approximately 50% during peak seasons, ensuring you stay connected with local clients.

Join Rise to see the full answer
Common Interview Questions for Account Executive, Public Safety (Regional)
How do you approach building relationships with law enforcement agencies as an Account Executive?

Building relationships with law enforcement requires a consultative approach. Start by understanding their unique challenges and needs. Demonstrate how Flock Safety's solutions can specifically address those issues, and follow up consistently to build trust and rapport. Share success stories to reinforce how the technology has effectively made a difference for other communities.

Join Rise to see the full answer
Can you provide an example of a successful sales strategy you've implemented?

Absolutely! A successful sales strategy involves identifying key decision-makers and understanding their pain points. By using targeted outreach, personalized communications, and leveraging data-driven insights, I secured a deal that addressed a significant safety concern for the organization, ultimately enhancing community trust in their law enforcement efforts.

Join Rise to see the full answer
How do you keep yourself motivated in a competitive sales environment?

Staying motivated in a competitive landscape comes down to setting personal goals and celebrating small wins. I track my progress meticulously and always seek new knowledge or skills that can enhance my performance. Sharing successes with my team keeps the energy high and fosters a collaborative spirit.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What techniques do you use to understand customer requirements?

I utilize active listening and asking open-ended questions during initial conversations. This allows me to gather comprehensive insights into their needs and tailor my presentations accordingly. I also make it a point to follow up and validate that my solutions indeed align with their goals.

Join Rise to see the full answer
Describe a time you had to overcome a major obstacle in the sales process.

In a previous role, I faced resistance from a potential client skeptical of changing their current systems. By conducting thorough research and demonstrating ROI through detailed case studies, I was able to address their concerns and secure the contract by clearly outlining the long-term benefits of our solution.

Join Rise to see the full answer
How do you organize your pipeline and forecast sales effectively?

Organizing my pipeline involves using CRM tools to segment opportunities based on their stage in the sales process. Frequent check-ins and forecasting meetings with my manager help me stay aligned with expectations and ensure I'm identifying potential roadblocks early to adjust my strategy as necessary.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What role does teamwork play in your success as an Account Executive?

Teamwork is crucial in my approach. Collaborating with marketing to ensure alignment on messaging and sharing key insights from customer interactions with my peers helps us all to optimize our strategies. Together, we can leverage each other's successes and accelerate our results.

Join Rise to see the full answer
How do you handle objections during a sales pitch?

Handling objections effectively involves acknowledging the concern and responding with empathy. I aim to clarify any misunderstandings and then provide data or testimonials that directly address their objection, turning it into an opportunity to reinforce the value of our solution.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What makes Flock Safety's technology unique in the public safety field?

Flock Safety's technology stands out due to its comprehensive approach to public safety, focusing on data-driven solutions that enhance community engagement without compromising privacy. Our platform combines innovative hardware and user-friendly software, making it easier for law enforcement to deter crime effectively and efficiently.

Join Rise to see the full answer
What do you see as the biggest challenge facing Account Executives in public safety sales today?

One significant challenge is the apprehension some agencies may have towards adopting new technologies. To counter this, it's essential to educate potential clients on the tangible benefits of innovation in public safety, helping them see how our solutions can enhance their operations and community trust.

Join Rise to see the full answer
Similar Jobs
Photo of the Rise User
Posted 9 days ago
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Learning & Development
Equity
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off
WFH Reimbursements
Child Care stipend
Maternity Leave
Paternity Leave
Photo of the Rise User
Posted 5 days ago
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Learning & Development
Equity
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off
WFH Reimbursements
Child Care stipend
Maternity Leave
Paternity Leave
Stainless Hybrid New York City
Posted 13 days ago
Photo of the Rise User
Samba TV Hybrid New York City, New York
Posted 3 days ago
Photo of the Rise User
ServiceNow Hybrid 4810 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, California, United States
Posted 4 days ago
Inclusive & Diverse
Mission Driven
Rise from Within
Diversity of Opinions
Work/Life Harmony
Empathetic
Feedback Forward
Take Risks
Collaboration over Competition
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Life insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Conferences Stipend
Paid Time-Off
Maternity Leave
Equity
Photo of the Rise User
Posted 11 days ago
Xerox Hybrid Hampton, VA
Posted 14 days ago
Photo of the Rise User
Posted 5 days ago

Flock Safety provides the first public safety operating system that empowers private communities and law enforcement to work together to eliminate crime.

142 jobs
MATCH
Calculating your matching score...
BADGES
Badge Diversity ChampionBadge Future MakerBadge InnovatorBadge Work&Life Balance
BENEFITS & PERKS
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Learning & Development
Equity
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off
WFH Reimbursements
Child Care stipend
Maternity Leave
Paternity Leave
SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT
TEAM SIZE
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, remote
DATE POSTED
December 13, 2024

Subscribe to Rise newsletter

Risa star 🔮 Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI
Career Copilot
Want to see a list of jobs tailored to
you, just ask me below!