{"id":846302,"url":"https://alion.io/job/aeperkins-proposal-writer-ii","title":"Proposal Writer II","company":{"id":670270,"name":"AE Perkins","domain":"aeperkins.co","url":"https://alion.io/company/aeperkins","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workable","truth_index":null},"role":"Communications","role_family":"Communications","seniority":"middle","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Dallas, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":61000,"max_usd":106000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":138},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Google Workspace","optional":false},{"name":"Salesforce","optional":false}],"status":"closed","first_seen_at":"2026-07-31T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-07-31","last_verified_at":"2026-09-25T23:10:35Z","board_verified":false,"closed_at":"2026-09-25T23:10:35Z","days_open":56,"trust":{"level":"not_scored","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":56},"description":"Candidate Authenticity Statement\nWe recognize that AI tools are increasingly used in professional settings. However, during our assessment and interview process, we ask candidates to complete all responses independently, without the use of AI-generated assistance.\nThis ensures we can accurately assess your individual skills, communication style, and problem-solving approach. Submissions or responses that appear AI-generated may be considered misaligned with our evaluation standards.\nRemote-First with In-Person Training: This position is remote following successful completion of onboarding. New hires are required to attend two weeks of in-person training at our Carrollton, TX corporate office to ensure a smooth and successful transition into the role.\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nThe Proposal Writer II is responsible for identifying, qualifying, developing, and submitting persuasive, compliant responses to government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Invitations for Bid (IFBs), and related public-sector solicitations. This role combines government opportunity sourcing with hands-on proposal writing and serves as a key contributor throughout the department’s full proposal lifecycle, from opportunity discovery and bid/no-bid support through content organization, quality review, electronic submission, and post-submission follow-up activities as assigned.\nThe ideal candidate is an accomplished proposal writer who understands state, local, and education (SLED) procurement, can interpret complex government solicitation requirements (RFPs), and can translate technical, operational, and business information into clear, RFP-compliant, client-centered, evaluator-focused responses. The Proposal Writer II works across sales, operations, legal, compliance, finance, and information security to produce accurate, differentiated, and compelling government proposals under firm government solicitation requirements (RFP) deadlines.\nPRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\nGovernment RFP Sourcing & Pre-Qualification\nPartner with the Lead Proposal Writer to source and monitor government contracting opportunities through public procurement portals, bid-notification platforms, agency websites, and other market-intelligence resources.\nConduct targeted opportunity searches using relevant commodity codes, NAICS codes, NIGP codes, service categories, keywords, and agency-specific filters.\nReview daily and weekly bid alerts to identify relevant RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, IFBs, pre-solicitations, and related public-sector opportunities, while supporting maintenance of an accurate opportunity pipeline.\nPerform preliminary solicitation analysis, including scope of work, eligibility requirements, mandatory qualifications, evaluation criteria, submission instructions, due dates, contract terms, estimated value, and potential barriers to entry.\nReport sourced opportunities and associated activity to the Lead Proposal Writer to support pipeline visibility and metrics related to opportunities reviewed, bids pursued, and proposals submitted.\nProposal Writing & Content Development:\nWrite original, company-persuasive proposals that address each government entity’s objectives, requirements, scope, program, evaluation criteria, and desired outcomes.\nDevelop compliant responses to government-issued RFPs, including executive summaries, cover letters, technical and management responses, implementation and transition plans, service descriptions, resumes, experience statements, and value propositions.\nTranslate complex operational, technical, compliance, security, financial, and product information into clear, concise language for public-sector evaluators.\nTailor approved content to each opportunity and clearly communicate organizational capabilities, differentiators, benefits, outcomes, and risk-mitigation strategies.\nEdit contributor content for clarity, consistency, responsiveness, readability, grammar, and persuasive impact.\nSolicitation (RFP) Analysis, Compliance & Submission:\nAnalyze complete government solicitations, including attachments, addenda, questionnaires, pricing forms, contract terms, and submission instructions.\nDevelop compliance matrices, requirement trackers, content plans, and proposal schedules to ensure all required components are addressed.\nIdentify mandatory requirements, exceptions, ambiguities, risks, and information gaps; coordinate with the territory salesperson and internal resources to prepare clarification questions for the issuing agency.\nEnsure responses comply with solicitation requirements, including page limits, formatting, section titles, file-naming conventions, signatures, forms, and delivery instructions.\nCoordinate cross-functional input and obtain timely, approved content and required management approvals.\nPrepare, validate, and submit final proposal files in accordance with the government entity’s instructions.\nMaintain complete proposal records, including addenda acknowledgments, submission confirmations, final files, and supporting documentation.\nProposal Quality, Content Management & Process Improvement:\nPerform final quality-control reviews of assigned written proposals from start-to-finish for compliance, accuracy, consistency, readability, and presentation.\nMaintain the proposal content library, including approved narratives, resumes, case studies, references, certifications, security documentation, implementation materials, and standard attachments.\nPartner with content owners to validate information and retire outdated, duplicative, or unsupported material.\nUse proposal automation and related tools to support drafting, research, content retrieval, and quality review while protecting confidential information and maintaining accountability for accuracy.\nPrepare, validate, and submit final proposal files in accordance with solicitation requirements.\nMaintain complete proposal records, including addenda acknowledgments, submission confirmations, final files, and supporting documentation.\nPost-Submission & Stakeholder Support:\nSupport responses to government clarification requests, deficiency notices, oral presentation requests, best-and-final offers, negotiations, and finalist activities.\nAssist with presentation messaging, speaker notes, demonstration scripts, and other finalist materials when required.\nMonitor award notices and procurement outcomes; maintain accurate opportunity status information and support debrief requests or public-record follow-up as appropriate.\nCommunicate professionally with internal stakeholders, procurement contacts, brokers, consultants, partners, and subcontractors while following solicitation communication restrictions.\nRequirements\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:\nGovernment Proposal Development Skills\nAdvanced government proposal writing, editing, proofreading, and document-development skills. (Advanced)\nStrong knowledge of the end-to-end proposal lifecycle, public-sector procurement practices, and compliance-driven response development. (Advanced)\nAbility to analyze complex solicitations and translate requirements into actionable writing, compliance, and submission plans. (Advanced)\nAbility to develop compelling win themes, value propositions, differentiators, proof points, and evaluator-focused narratives. (Advanced)\nStrong research and opportunity-sourcing skills, including experience using government bid portals, agency websites, and public procurement records. (Advanced)\nTechnical Proficiency & Documentation Management Skills:\nExpert proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, with strong working knowledge of Excel, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Workspace, Salesforce or comparable CRM systems, and proposal automation platforms such as Loopio. (Expert)\nExceptional attention to detail, organization, time management, version control, and document accuracy. (Advanced)\nAbility to manage multiple concurrent proposals, deadlines, and shifting priorities in a matrixed environment. (Advanced)\nExceptional editing and proofreading skills to ensure clarity, conciseness, and alignment with solicitation requirements. (Advanced)\nAbility to create templates, checklists, and organizational tools to streamline the proposal creation process. (Advanced)\nInterpersonal & Communication Skills:\nStrong knowledge of proposal development processes and best practices. (Advanced)\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders. (Advanced)\nConfidence to ask precise questions, address incomplete or unsupported content, and drive assignments to completion. (Advanced)\nProfessional judgment, discretion, and a client-focused demeanor when handling confidential, proprietary, procurement-sensitive, or personally identifiable information. (Advanced)\nAbility to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and remain composed in a deadline-driven work environment. (Advanced)\nTime Flexibility:\nWillingness to work after hours or on weekends as needed to meet proposal deadlines. (Advanced)\nWork Location and Transition:\nThis position will initially work onsite at the corporate office to complete onboarding, training, and role-specific development.\nFollowing successful completion of the onsite training period and demonstrated proficiency, the employee may transition to a remote-work arrangement, subject to manager approval and company policy.\nRemote-work eligibility depends on consistent performance, reliable attendance, effective communication, independent workload management, and compliance with departmental expectations.\nRemote Work Responsibilities:\nMaintain a professional, secure, and distraction-minimized workspace with reliable internet access and the equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.\nRemain accessible and responsive during established business hours and participate fully in virtual meetings, working sessions, training, and team activities.\nProtect confidential, proprietary, procurement-sensitive, and personally identifiable information in accordance with company security, privacy, and remote-work requirements.\nReport to the corporate office for meetings, training, collaboration, or other business needs when requested.\nCREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE:\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree ideally in Business, Marketing, Creative Writing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related.\nExperience:\nMinimum of 8 years of professional government proposal writing experience required; 10 years or more is strongly preferred. Candidates must provide relevant government proposal writing work samples.\nDemonstrated experience writing and submitting government proposals required, with a strong concentration in SLED (state, local, and education) government opportunities preferred.\nExperience sourcing SLED government contracting opportunities and using public procurement portals, bid-notification platforms, or market-intelligence tools desired.\nDeep experience independently writing complex RFP responses, not solely coordinating or assembling contributor content required.\nExperience with proposal automation software, content libraries, and electronic procurement portals required.\nExperience developing proposals within the third-party administration, Flexible Spending Account, employee benefits, or broader healthcare industry is preferred.\nAPMP certification or formal proposal-management training preferred.\nBenefits\nNote: The salary range for this position is between $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 annually with added bonus potential.\nBENEFITS\nMedical Insurance\nVision Insurance\nDental Insurance\n401(k) Matching\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nHealth Savings Accounts\nDisability & Life Insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nLegalShield\nID Shield\nCommuter Reimbursement Plan\nTuition Reimbursement \nBonus Pay - This position falls under our “Corporate Bonus Plan” which entitles you to a potential bonus payout of up to 10% of your...","description_format":"text","description_chars":12281,"description_truncated":true,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":["Dental insurance","Health insurance","Life insurance","Vision insurance"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Real Estate","Corporate Events"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-13T00:51:42Z"},{"event":"close","at":"2026-09-25T23:10:35Z"}],"liveness":null,"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/aeperkins-proposal-writer-ii","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/aeperkins-proposal-writer-ii.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-26T00:37:17Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":582,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":4418,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-27T00:00:00Z"}}}