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Director of Business Development

Advanced Fire Protection Services, Inc
Fort Walton Beach, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/17/2026
Advanced Fire Protection Services (AFPS) is seeking an experienced Director of Business Development to lead our sales team and drive company-wide growth.

Since 1989, AFPS has provided Total Life Safety Services throughout Northwest Florida, including fire protection, fire prevention, security, inspections, service, and new-construction fire protection. With offices in Fort Walton Beach, Panama City Beach, and Tallahassee, we are committed to protecting our customers and the communities we serve.

The Role

The Director of Business Development will lead and develop our Business Development Managers while personally cultivating strategic customer relationships and pursuing high-value commercial opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead, coach, and develop the Business Development team.
  • Manage sales pipelines, forecasting, activity, and performance.
  • Develop relationships with commercial customers, contractors, property managers, municipalities, healthcare organizations, and strategic partners.
  • Pursue new business and major accounts.
  • Expand existing customer relationships through cross-selling AFPS services.
  • Convert installation customers into recurring service and inspection clients.
  • Support major proposals, bids, negotiations, and contract opportunities.
  • Partner with Operations and Executive Leadership to ensure a seamless customer experience.


What We're Looking For

  • 3–5 years of sales experience with at least 3 years of industry experience.
  • Proven success achieving revenue and growth goals.
  • Strong leadership, sales, negotiation, and closing skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Experience developing strategic partnerships and pursuing new business.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driver-insurance requirements.
  • Ability to pass required background check and drug screening.


Join AFPS

If you're a relationship-driven sales leader who enjoys developing people, winning business, and creating long-term customer partnerships, we'd like to hear from you.

Join Advanced Fire Protection Services and help us continue protecting what matters most.

What We Offer

Competitive Director-Level Compensation

Medical, Dental & Vision

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

FSA

401(k) With Company Match

More Than a Job. A Leadership Opportunity.

At AFPS, you'll have the opportunity to lead a team, shape growth strategy, build high-value relationships, and make a lasting impact on a company that has been protecting Northwest Florida since 1989.

If you're a strategic, relationship-driven leader ready to take sales to the next level, develop great people, and help shape the future of AFPS...

WE WANT TO MEET YOU!

Bring your leadership. Bring your vision. Let's grow together.

Apply today and become part of the AFPS team.

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