Junior Proposal Writer

GovCIO; Montpelier (VT); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training, Education and Certification

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking an entry-level proposal writer to join our federal-focused team. This fully remote role supports winning government contracts by composing compliant content, resumes, and past performance sections.

You will work with a collaborative proposal team to craft win themes, align data with the overall strategy, and deliver artifacts on schedule, with coaching as needed. No security clearance required for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 1–3 years of experience in proposals.
• Experience responding to Government solicitations (Federal/Civilian and DoD/IC).
• Ability to craft compliant, non-technical proposal sections (past performance, resumes).
• Excellent written and collaborative communication skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; able to tailor content for various agencies.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze solicitation requirements and create compliant proposal content.
• Lead past performance and resume sections with guidance as needed.
• Storyboard content and iteratively develop win themes.
• Deliver artifacts on schedule.
• Collaborate with proposal team to integrate discriminators and strengths.
• Ensure data accuracy and alignment with strategy.
• Support junior writers across multiple contracts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

RFP responses

Proposal writing

Past performance & resumes

Communication & collaboration

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Adaptability in dynamic environments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

United States

No Clearance Needed

Fully remote

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for an entry-level proposal writer to join our dynamic team of growth professionals as a proposal writer/analyst. This position will be fully remote within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Creates compliant and compelling proposal content by thoroughly analyzing the solicitation requirements and working as part of a team. Assignments include supporting and leading past performance and resume creation with some oversight and coaching.

• Uses critical thinking skills to iteratively develop content using best practices such as storyboarding.

• Delivers required artifacts according to the schedule.

• Collaborates with other proposal team members to integrate win themes, discriminators, and strengths into assigned written sections.

• Ensures accuracy of data and alignment of assigned section with overall proposal strategy and messaging.

• Will serve as a past performance or resume writer covering multiple contracts or candidates.

• This is for a junior-level position.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's with 1-3 years (or commensurate experience)

• Experience responding to Government solicitations, RFPs, RFQs, etc.

• Ability to write compliant and compelling proposal sections in response to Government solicitations in support of a variety of departments and agencies (Federal/Civilian and DoD/IC).

• Experience writing and tailoring content for non-technical proposal sections (e.g., past performance, resumes) for a wide variety of IT solutions.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Some experience writing for government proposals valued at $25M and greater.

• Clearance Required: None

Posted Salary Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.