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Summary The Director, Sales is responsible for managing regional public sector focused client executives to ensure the profitability, sales revenue growth, and the overall strategy is executed. This ...

Overview Summary The Director, Sales is responsible for managing regional public sector focused client executives to ensure the profitability, sales revenue growth, and the overall strategy is ...

Public Sector is responsible for leading strategic sales and business development efforts within the federal, state, and local government segments. This role requires a strong understanding of ...

Overview Summary The Director, Sales is responsible for managing regional public sector focused client executives to ensure the profitability, sales revenue growth, and the overall strategy is ...

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Founding Sales Engineer - Public Sector

$106K - $131K/yr

Partner with Public Sector sales leadership to establish the technical go-to-market strategy. * Define how DevRev's platform maps to government mission use cases. * Develop repeatable solution ...

... our Public Sector segment. Our job is simple: generate pipeline for sales. Everything we do ... You'll work alongside sales, PMM, demand gen, events, and partner marketing -- but you are the one ...

Director, Sales Management Duties : None Compensation: $60-70k/year + commission Overview: Four Inc. is seeking a motivated Public Sector Account Representative to join our growing Public Sector ...

Director, Sales Management Duties: None Compensation: $60-70k/year + commission Overview: Four Inc. is seeking a motivated Public Sector Account Representative to join our growing Public Sector sales ...

Director U.S. Public Sector

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Public Sector is responsible for leading strategic sales and business development efforts within the federal, state, and local government segments. This role requires a strong understanding of ...

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How much do public sector sales jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for public sector sales in the United States is $56,329.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,000.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in public sector sales, and how can professionals overcome them?

Professionals in Public Sector Sales often encounter challenges such as navigating complex procurement processes, complying with strict regulations, and managing longer sales cycles due to government approval requirements. Building strong relationships with decision-makers and staying informed about evolving public policies can help overcome these obstacles. Additionally, collaborating closely with legal and contracts teams ensures compliance and smooths the negotiation process, while proactive communication and patience are key to success in this sector.

What is the difference between Public Sector Sales vs Public Relations Specialist?

AspectPublic Sector SalesPublic Relations Specialist
Required CredentialsSales experience, knowledge of government procurementCommunications, marketing, or PR degree
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, contractors, or vendorsMedia outlets, corporate communications teams
Employer & Industry UsagePublic sector organizations, government contractorsPublic relations firms, corporations, nonprofits
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding sales roles in government sectorsLearning about PR roles in public organizations

Public Sector Sales focuses on selling products or services to government agencies, requiring sales skills and knowledge of procurement processes. Public Relations Specialists manage communication strategies and media relations for public organizations. While both roles serve the public sector, one emphasizes sales and revenue generation, and the other focuses on reputation management and communication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a public sector sales professional, and why are they important?

To excel in Public Sector Sales, you need a strong understanding of government procurement processes, relationship-building skills, and experience with complex sales cycles, often supported by a background in business or public administration. Familiarity with CRM platforms, bid management tools, and knowledge of public sector compliance requirements are essential. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and strategic thinking abilities help to build trust with government clients and navigate lengthy decision-making processes. These skills are crucial for successfully securing contracts and maintaining lasting partnerships in a highly regulated and competitive environment.

What are examples of public sector sales jobs?

Public sector sales jobs include roles such as government account managers, sales representatives for public agencies, and procurement specialists who sell products or services to government entities. These positions often require knowledge of government procurement processes, compliance standards, and strong negotiation skills.

What is public sector sales?

Public sector sales refers to the process of selling products or services to government organizations, educational institutions, and other entities that are funded by public money. This can include local, state, and federal government agencies, as well as public schools and universities. Sales professionals in this field must navigate complex procurement processes, adhere to regulations, and often respond to formal requests for proposals (RFPs). Success in public sector sales requires a strong understanding of government contracting and the ability to build long-term relationships with public entities.
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Infographic showing various Public Sector Sales job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,329 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Director, Northeast Public Sector Sales

C1

Manhattan, NY โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

C1: 1 Contact, 1 Connection, 1 Choice

C1 is the foremost, single-source provider of advanced communications and data technology for business, government and education. That means if it's digital, we connect our customers to it -- from state of the art AI enhanced contact/customer service centers, collaboration systems, network infrastructure, and managed solutions. All of which are design from the ground up with security at the forefront utilizing AI where it helps achieve the mission and can reduce costs. And we're 100% passionate with designing, implementing, managing and supporting our customers' every need from end to end, so they can achieve the outcomes they require.


So, when it comes to joining a team of IT and communications technology pros who are empowered to do what they do best, your best choice -- your #1 choice -- is C1.


Summary

The Director, Sales is responsible for managing regional public sector focused client executives to ensure the profitability, sales revenue growth, and the overall strategy is executed. This position must meet their assigned Gross Profit (GP) target consistently while searching for growth opportunities with existing customers and new logos. If you are an A+ at hiring, developing and retaining top talent, then you will be wildly successful at C1.


Essential Functions

  • Consults, designs, supports, and manages sales of customer activity involving all products and services offered by the company with primary focus in designated region
  • Manages, trains, advises, and motivates assigned team members to their full potential
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with key customers, ability to present to customer in-person or virtually
  • Ensures strong, effective market share of the products and services by providing direction and information on the products and related services
  • Develops and maintains technical competency in all products and services offered through C1
  • Prepares sales forecasts, budgets, quotas, and other projections on a monthly basis
  • Analyzes sales records and trends in relation to objectives and competitive activities; takes or recommends necessary corrective action to Regional Vice President (RVP)
  • Develops a Business Plan for area of responsibility that is consistent with short-range and long-range company objectives
  • Keeps RVP informed of economic, customer/competition situations, customerโ€™s business issues and interests, and generate a strategy that will achieve business objectives
  • Uses partnership programs, works with customers and their other product and service partners
  • Manages Client Executives to be successful with all service offerings from all C1โ€™s business partners
  • Maximizes Client Executiveโ€™s results through continuous and proactive feedback
  • Expedites the resolution of customer problems/complaints effectively
  • Keeps well informed on industry changes, participates where possible in organizations directly involved with C1โ€™s target markets, and continually works to improve sales techniques and sales knowledge
  • Works independently and as a team member with various organizations and/or functions throughout the company to achieve company objectives
  • Adheres to company policies, procedures, and objectives, and is always prepared to accurately discuss these policies with Client Executives as well as our customers
  • Creates innovative solutions concepts
  • Maintains strong customer relationships at an executive level
  • Identifies strength and weaknesses within a team and works with extended teams to improve their skills
  • Manages a multi-vendor plan and relationships (OEMs)
  • Recognizes talent and potential talent to develop a successor and bench
  • Seeks the right talent on a continuous basis (i.e., recruitment and retention)
  • Executes both, the art and sciences, selling and uses specific sales methodologies
  • Determines what is important and what isnโ€™t by helping Client Executives to qualify deals for customers worthy of pursuit
  • Holds team accountable to tactical execution
  • Manages deals effectively and understands the process flow

Required Qualifications

  • 4-year college degree in Business or equivalent in experience
  • 7+ years of prior successful direct selling experience
  • 5+ years of supervisory experience
  • 3+ years in a Services/Sales Support management role or related experience
  • Strong Public Sector Sales background
  • Proven ability to maintain partnership programs with customer and their other service providers
  • Strong problem solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills
  • Must be โ€œtotalโ€ team player and look at the constant โ€œbigโ€ picture for success
  • Knowledge of collaboration technology
  • Strong presentation, verbal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated sales ability and technical aptitude
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Previous experience working in Enterprise Networking/Cybersecurity industry
  • Strong territory management background to include, growth plans, staffing, coaching, to exceed quotas
  • Strong background and forecasting skills
  • Strong skills in developing and maintaining customer relationships at an executive level
  • Excellent coaching skills to enable strengthening team
  • Creative, innovative, resilient and tenacious
  • Strong internal relationship with mutual respect with extended team
  • Executive presence

C1 BENEFITS

* 401(k) Plan (35% employer match per dollar up to 10% employee contribution)
* Medical Coverage (3 platforms: UnitedHealthcare, Reference Based Pricing includes member advocacy; and Kaiser)
* RX Home Delivery
* HSA with Employer Contribution
* In-vitro Fertility (treatment coverage)
* Dental Coverage
* Vision (2 plans: 12-month and 24-month frames allowance)
* FSA Plans (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Limited Purpose)
* Pre-tax Commuter Plans
* Employer-paid Life Insurance
* Employer-paid Short + Term Disability
* Long Term Disability (2 plans: Employer-paid or optional Self-paid)
* Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks at 100%)
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Voluntary Life Insurance for team member, spouse and child
* Voluntary Accidental Death for team member and spouse
* Legal/ID Theft Plans
* TeleHealth
* Wellness via Omada Health (healthy living solution)
* Travel Assistance
* Business Travel Accident Coverage

* Medical for foreign travel coverage
* Employer-paid Pet Telehealth
* Accident Insurance
* Critical Illness Insurance
* Hospital Indemnity Insurance
* Volunteer Time Off
* 10 Holidays
* Paid Time Off
* Summer Sizzle
* On Demand Pay (Daily Pay)


Work Environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.
Physical Environment
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Other Duties/Changes
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of a team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At any point in time, the essential functions and primary duties associated with this position will be the principal, major or most important duties, responsibilities and activities that the employee is expected to perform as determined and directed by C1.

EEO Statement
C1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and all team members will be treated with respect to their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. For further details, please view the EEO Policy Statement (EEO Policy Statement) and/or the current version of the workplace poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf; https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

 

Pay Range

$125,000 - $190,000

Base pay ranges are estimated. Actual base pay will be based on education, experience, location, certifications, skill set, and any other relevant factors. Incentive/variable pay opportunities are in addition to base pay.

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