Proposal Writer - Government & SLED

Role Overview

We are looking for a Mid-Level Proposal Writer specializing in Federal, State, Local, and SLED government proposals, including subcontracting and joint bid opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding the entire proposal creation process for staffing and workforce solution projects targeting public sector clients.

Key Duties

• Manage the end-to-end development of proposals for government opportunities across federal departments, state workforce offices, municipalities, educational institutions, and public universities.
• Analyze request documents such as RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs to create compliance checklists and response plans.
• Write persuasive sections covering technical approaches, management plans, staffing details, and past performance.
• Collaborate closely with recruitment, operations, finance, and executive teams to collect input and ensure proposal accuracy.
• Adhere strictly to formatting standards, evaluation requirements, and deadlines.
• Oversee subcontracting proposals and manage Prime/Subcontractor relationships.
• Support formation of teaming agreements and partnerships for joint ventures.
• Engage in bid/no-bid strategy decisions and develop competitive win strategies alongside business development.
• Conduct competitive analysis and highlight differentiators to enhance proposals.
• Assist with oral presentations and provide responses during clarification stages.
• Maintain a repository of proposal materials and standardized content.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable state procurement regulations.
• Coordinate pricing narratives in liaison with finance.
• Support audit processes and maintain accurate proposal documentation.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2 years experience writing proposals for Government Staffing or Workforce Solution services.
• Demonstrated expertise with Federal Government, State & Local bids, SLED contracts, and subcontracting/teaming proposal management.
• In-depth knowledge of government procurement cycles, compliance matrices, and use of SAM.gov and state procurement portals.
• Strong writing, editing, and document formatting capability.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with GSA Schedule proposals.
• Understanding of IDIQs, MSAs, and Master Vendor Programs.
• Exposure to ATS/HRIS and staffing technology platforms.