Proposal Writer

CTIS, Inc.

$100K — $140K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, or related field.
  • 3-5 years of proposal or technical writing experience for Federal contracts (HHS, DoW, DHA, DHS).
  • Detailed understanding of contract vehicles and compliance requirements.
  • Strong grasp of RFP structures, particularly in GovCon or Health IT.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; familiarity with proposal tools is a plus.
  • APMP Foundation certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, write, and edit proposal sections including resumes and past performance.
  • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts for tailored responses.
  • Ensure compliance with solicitation requirements and style guides.
  • Participate in color team reviews and implement feedback.
  • Manage proposal pipeline and track opportunities.
  • Maintain boilerplate libraries and reusable content.
  • Support graphics and formatting for submission packages.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements available.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications.
  • Collaborative work environment with a supportive team.
  • Access to company resources and proposal tools.
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Full Job Description
Overview

The Proposal Writer will be responsible for the entire proposal lifecycle, that includes but not limited to creating, editing, and finalizing high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposal content in response to federal RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs. Working closely with the Business Development team, this role ensures all technical, management, and past performance volumes are persuasive and adhere strictly to solicitation instructions.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, write, and edit proposal sections (technical, management, past performance, resumes, etc.) for federal RFPs/RFIs.
  • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to collect inputs and tailor responses.
  • Ensure compliance with solicitation requirements, templates, and style guides.
  • Participate in color team reviews and incorporate feedback.
  • Pipeline Management
  • Maintain boilerplate libraries and reusable content repositories.
  • Support graphics, formatting, and layout for final submission packages.
  • Track opportunities and assist with proposal schedules and deliverables
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, or related field.
  • 3-5 (three to five) years of experience in proposal writing or technical writing for Federal Government contracts (HHS, DoW, DHA, DHS).
  • Detailed understanding of contract vehicles, terms and conditions, success factors, etc.
  • Strong understanding of RFP structures and compliance requirements (especially in GovCon or Health IT).
  • Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; familiarity with proposal tools (e.g., GovWin, Awarded AI, or similar) a plus.
  • APMP Foundation certification preferred but not required.

 

The salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $140,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

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