Government Contracting Specialist

Creative Times Academy; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 137,760; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit organization based in Georgia is seeking a highly accomplished Grant Writer / Government Contracting Specialist. This 1099 independent contractor position offers remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing over $100,000 in contracts and a minimum of 10 years' experience in government contracting. Responsibilities include identifying funding opportunities, preparing proposals, and navigating complex procurement landscapes. Preference will be given to retired government officers with deep insider knowledge of procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in government contracting or grant writing.
• Successful track record of winning contracts totaling at least $100,000.
• Retired government officer background strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific acquisition procedures.
• Exceptional writing, research, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify high-value grant and contract opportunities.
• Prepare compliant, compelling proposals, bids, and capability statements.
• Oversee the full proposal lifecycle, including RFP review and submission.
• Advise on strategic positioning to win contracts.
• Utilize SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and FPDS to track opportunities.
• Provide insights on procurement regulations and compliance.

Skills

Proposal writing

Research

Negotiation

Tools

SAM.gov

Grants.gov

FPDS

Job description

We are seeking a highly accomplished Grant Writer / Government Contracting Specialist with a proven track record of securing at least $100,000 in awarded contracts and a minimum of 10 years of experience in federal, state, or local government contracting. Preference will be given to retired government officers who possess deep insider knowledge of procurement processes, compliance requirements, and agency operations.

This is a 1099 independent contractor position with flexible, remote work arrangements. You will play a critical role in identifying funding opportunities, preparing winning proposals, and guiding our organization through complex government contracting landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify high-value grant and contract opportunities across federal, state, and local levels.
• Prepare compliant, compelling proposals, bids, and capability statements.
• Oversee the full proposal lifecycle: RFP review, compliance checks, technical writing, cost proposal preparation, and submission.
• Advise on strategic positioning to win set-aside and competitive contracts.
• Utilize SAM.gov, Grants.gov, FPDS, and other platforms to track opportunities.
• Provide expert insights on procurement regulations, FAR/DFARS compliance, and agency-specific protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in government contracting or grant writing.
• Successful track record of winning contracts totaling at least $100,000.
• Retired government officer background strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific acquisition procedures.
• Exceptional writing, research, and negotiation skills.

Contract Details

• 1099 Contractor position.
• Schedule - as needed.
• Rate negotiable based on experience and scope of work.
• Remote work available.