Independent Sales Representative

About the role

We are seeking a driven, self-starting Independent Sales Representative to represent Mermaid AI’s Public Safety AI Radio technology. This role involves visiting firehouses, police departments, and public safety facilities to introduce Mermaid AI, conduct live demonstrations, build relationships, and move deals through the sales cycle. The position requires a strong ability to communicate technical innovations and a passion for public safety.

Responsibilities

• Visit firehouses, police departments, and public safety facilities to introduce Mermaid AI
• Conduct live, in-person demonstrations of our AI-powered radio solution
• Build relationships with chiefs, officers, and municipal decision-makers
• Identify opportunities and move deals through the full sales cycle
• Attend regional events, trainings, and industry meetups
• Act as the face of Mermaid AI in your territory
• Provide real-world feedback to help shape product evolution

Requirements

• A self-motivated closer who doesn’t need a base salary to perform
• Comfortable walking into a firehouse or police department and starting a conversation
• Strong communicator who can translate technical innovation into real-world value
• Organized and disciplined in managing your own pipeline
• Excited about selling a new category of AI technology

Qualifications

• Background in: Public safety (firefighter, police, EMS)
• Radio communications, RF, or telecom
• Government / municipal sales
• Experience with in-person, field-based sales
• Familiarity with how public agencies evaluate and purchase equipment

Skills

• Self-motivation
• Public speaking and communication skills
• Relationship building
• Technical understanding of radio communications and AI
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline

Benefits

• Huge commission structure (uncapped earnings)
• All travel expenses fully covered (transportation, hotels, meals)
• Early-stage opportunity with significant upside
• Sell a product with a clear, compelling value proposition

Pay

100% Commission (1099 Contractor) – Unlimited Earnings

Schedule

Field-based (Regional/National Travel Required)