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State-Local Government and Education Account Executive

Sorenson Communications, LLC, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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State-Local Government and Education Account Executive Job Category

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Cust Sup, Sales& Outreach

Requisition Number

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STATE009831

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Posted : February 23, 2026

Full-Time

Salary Range : $104,700 USD to $174,700 USD

Locations Showing 1 location

Salt Lake City, UT 84123, USA

Description Job Summary

The State and Local Government and Education Account Executive drives net-new customer acquisition across the Education and State & Local Government market. This role is focused on outbound prospecting, in-person territory engagement, and closing new business with school districts, higher education institutions, municipalities, and state and local government agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

New Business Development (Education + SLED Focus)

Own the full sales cycle from prospecting through close across an assigned Education/SLED territory

Proactively identify and pursue new logo opportunities with K–12 districts, higher ed, and local/state government entities

Build and manage a robust pipeline of qualified, net-new opportunities through cold outreach, field visits, and local networking

Drive consistent deal progression through complex public sector buying processes

Meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets tied to new customer acquisition

Field Sales Execution

Conduct in-person and remote discovery sessions with superintendents, CIOs, procurement leaders, and government stakeholders

Deliver compelling on-site presentations, demos, and solution workshops tailored to public sector needs

Navigate complex buying committees, board-level stakeholders, and multi-threaded decision cycles

Lead negotiations around pricing, contract structure, and compliance requirements

Close deals through procurement-driven motions including RFPs, cooperative contracts, and budget-based purchasing windows

Territory & Public Sector Pipeline Management

Develop and execute a territory plan aligned to Education and SLED customer segments and funding cycles

Strategically plan weekly field activity to maximize coverage of priority districts and agencies

Maintain accurate pipeline management, forecasting, and CRM discipline

Track procurement timelines, fiscal year budgets, and renewal/expansion pathways

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with SDR, Marketing, Solutions Engineering, and Customer Success to drive territory outcomes

Coordinate field-based pilots, stakeholder meetings, and executive engagement

Ensure smooth handoff of closed deals into onboarding and long-term customer success

Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Travel

Requirements

Travel Requirements: 25-50%

Education

Minimum:

4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

Minimum Years of Experience:

5 years B2B field sales experience with a strong emphasis on net-new logo acquisition with proven success closing deals in Education and/or State & Local Government (SLED) environments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to navigate public sector procurement processes, RFPs, and multi-stakeholder decision-making

Track record of consistently meeting or exceeding quota in competitive, complex sales cycles

Experience building pipeline through outbound prospecting and territory-based selling

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly within territory

Strong CRM proficiency (Salesforce or equivalent)

Relentless hunter mindset with resilience and persistence

Strong executive-level presence and in-person communication skills

Ability to build trust quickly with Education and Government leaders

Strategic territory planning and disciplined execution

Excellent negotiation, forecasting, and deal orchestration capabilities

Preferred:

Experience selling SaaS or enterprise technology solutions into K–12, higher education, or government agencies

Strong understanding of public sector funding cycles, compliance, and contracting frameworks

Training in MEDDICC, or similar enterprise sales methodologies

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and/or stand at a desk and work with a computer for extended periods of time.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools, and to handle other computer components.

Regular and predictable attendance required.

Disclaimer

This position has access to highly confidential, sensitive information relating to the employees, customers, and technologies of Sorenson Communications. It is essential that applicant possess the requisite integrity to maintain the information in strictest confidence.

Apply today! www.sorenson.com/company/careers/

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sorenson Communications is an EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

Company Summary

Our Mission…Harnessing the power of language, we connect diverse people and enrich the human experience.

Our Vision…To provide global language services that expand opportunities, nurture belonging, and empower the world to connect beyond words.

As one of the world’s leading language services providers, Sorenson combines patented technology with human-centric solutions. We strive to increase accessibility and inclusion through communication solutions for all: call captioning and video relay services, over-video and in-person sign language and spoken language interpreting, translation, real-time captioning, and post-production language services. Sorenson’s impact vision and plan extends to enhancing generational wealth and inclusive workplaces for our employees and the communities we serve.

We achieve great things together working “The Sorenson Way” with our employee values: Customer First, Can-Do Attitude, Collective Action, Growth Mindset, Ownership, and Connect Direct.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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