Proposal Coordinator with Security Clearance

Creek Technologies Company; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Creek Technologies Company seeks a Detail-oriented Proposal Coordinator to support the development and submission of high-quality proposals for DoD and federal solicitations. You will work with proposal managers, writers, and BD teams to coordinate schedules, ensure compliance, and maintain organized, submission-ready materials.

Responsibilities include drafting, editing, and translating complex information into clear narratives, managing content across sections, and supporting proposal reviews

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple writing assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit high-quality proposal content for Federal Government opportunities, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Translate technical information into clear, persuasive narratives.
• Analyze RFPs, RFIs, and SOW/PWS to develop responsive content.
• Collaborate with proposal managers, SMEs, and technical teams.
• Lead or support content development for key proposal sections (e.g., technical, management, past performance).
• Edit and refine proposal content for consistency and alignment with win themes.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Storytelling

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Creek Technologies Company Creek Technologies Company is seeking a detail-oriented Proposal Coordinator to support the development and submission of high-quality proposals in response to U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Government solicitations. This role supports proposal managers, writers, and business development teams by coordinating schedules, maintaining compliance, and ensuring proposal materials are organized, accurate, and submission-ready. The Proposal Coordinator plays a critical role in keeping proposal efforts on track, supporting collaboration, and maintaining proposal quality in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit high-quality proposal content for Federal Government opportunities, ensuring clarity, compliance, and compelling messaging.
• Translate technical, management, and past performance information into clear, persuasive, and customer-focused narratives.
• Analyze RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought notices, Statements of Work (SOW), and Performance Work Statements (PWS) to understand requirements and develop responsive written content.
• Collaborate with proposal managers, subject matter experts (SMEs), and technical teams to gather information and shape proposal responses.
• Lead or support content development for key proposal sections (e.g., technical approach, management approach, past performance).
• Edit and refine proposal content for consistency, voice, grammar, and alignment with win themes and evaluation criteria.
• Maintain proposal schedules, action items, and compliance matrices in support of overall submission efforts.
• Format proposal documents to ensure consistency with templates, branding, and solicitation requirements.
• Manage proposal files and version control using SharePoint and other collaboration tools.
• Support proposal reviews (e.g., Pink, Red, Gold teams) by incorporating feedback and strengthening content through multiple review cycles.
• Assist with final proposal production and submission activities, including electronic uploads.
• Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling content.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple writing assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience

Preferred Certifications

• APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification (Foundation, Practitioner, or Professional), or willingness to obtain.
• Shipley Associates Proposal Certification (e.g., Proposal Writing or Capture Training), or willingness to obtain.

Experience

Two (2) or more years of experience supporting proposal writing, content development, or similar document-driven efforts.

Culture & Growth Mindset

• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and improving both individual performance and team outcomes.
• Takes ownership of work products and actively seeks feedback to strengthen writing and proposal skills.
• Shows initiative, curiosity, and a desire to grow within the proposal and business development lifecycle.
• Contributes to a collaborative, positive team culture aligned with Creek's values of accountability, growth, and excellence.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of the job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence; therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process. Creek Technologies Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Creek Technologies considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, religion, nation origin, pregnancy, child or spousal support withholding, disability, marital status, genetic information, citizenship/immigration status, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Creek Technologies makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits and business needs at the time. Upon request, Creek Technologies will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability who need accommodation during the application process, unless accommodation creates an undue hardship for the company.