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Staff Proposal Writer

Reston, VA ยท On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

Government, FEDSIM, and commercial proposals. This position is within the Strategy & Business ... Candidate will be responsible for providing proposal writing support to all Lines of Business, to ...

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Proposal Manager - Remote

Renton, WA ยท Remote

$80K - $120K/yr

... as a technical writer. The Proposal Manager analyses federal government Solicitations, MATOC RFPs, 803 competition RFP's, develops proposal outlines and schedules, works with engineers and ...

Experience providing technical writing, particularly related to IT and cybersecurity, for Federal Government proposals. * Experience using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to compose proposal ...

Proposal Writer

Lexington Park, MD ยท On-site +1

$80K - $90K/yr

Draft responses to Government Requests for Information (RFI) or Sources Sought (SS), working either ... Technical writing and editing, including editorial practice and standards. Demonstrated capability ...

Proposal Writer

Lexington Park, MD ยท Remote

$80K - $90K/yr

Draft responses to Government Requests for Information (RFI) or Sources Sought (SS), working either ... Technical writing and editing, including editorial practice and standards. Demonstrated capability ...

Proposal Writer

Lexington Park, MD ยท Remote

$80K - $90K/yr

Draft responses to Government Requests for Information (RFI) or Sources Sought (SS), working either ... Technical writing and editing, including editorial practice and standards. Demonstrated capability ...

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD ยท On-site

$101K - $150K/yr

Leverage technical writing best practices to help write and craft technical sections. * Perform complete reviews of proposal content and graphics to ensure sections comply with Government ...

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD ยท On-site

$101K - $150K/yr

Leverage technical writing best practices to help write and craft technical sections. * Perform complete reviews of proposal content and graphics to ensure sections comply with Government ...

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD ยท On-site +1

$101K - $150K/yr

Leverage technical writing best practices to help write and craft technical sections. * Perform complete reviews of proposal content and graphics to ensure sections comply with Government ...

... writers, graphic artists, subject matter Job Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline * 3+ years in Federal Government proposal management, proposal development, and the direct ...

Our work is focused heavily on federal government customers and municipal government. The candidate ... Improves proposal-writing results by evaluating and re-designing processes, approach, coordination ...

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How much do government proposal writing jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for government proposal writing in the United States is $81,248.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,500.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Government Proposal Writer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Government Proposal Writer, you need strong written communication, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of government procurement processes, often backed by a bachelor's degree in English, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with proposal management software (such as RFPIO or Qvidian), Microsoft Office Suite, and compliance standards like FAR/DFARS is typically required. Exceptional organizational skills, collaboration, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure proposals are compliant, persuasive, and delivered on time, which is essential for winning government contracts.

What is government proposal writing?

Government proposal writing is the process of preparing detailed documents that respond to requests for proposals (RFPs) issued by government agencies. These proposals are used by organizations to compete for government contracts, grants, or funding opportunities. The process involves understanding the agency's requirements, crafting a compelling narrative, complying with strict guidelines, and demonstrating the organization's ability to fulfill the contract. Successful government proposal writers must have strong research, writing, and project management skills, as well as an understanding of government procurement processes.

What are some common challenges faced by government proposal writers and how can they be addressed?

Government proposal writers often encounter challenges such as navigating complex compliance requirements, tight submission deadlines, and coordinating input from multiple stakeholders. To address these issues, it's important to establish clear communication channels within the team, utilize project management tools to track progress, and maintain a library of standard documents and templates for efficiency. Regularly reviewing solicitation documents and staying updated on government regulations can also help minimize errors and ensure proposals meet all necessary guidelines.
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Infographic showing various Government Proposal Writing job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 56% Full Time, 37% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,248 per year, or $39.1 per hour.
Proposal Writer - Government EBT

Proposal Writer - Government EBT

Worldpay, Inc.

Jacksonville, FL โ€ข Remote

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Job Description

Every day, our teams innovate across the world of finance. We collaborate to work smarter, while making a difference. We believe in diversity and inclusivity, giving a voice to everyone on the team. And we celebrate our success together. If you want to make an impact in fintech,we'dlike to know: Are you FIS?

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced proposal writer with knowledge and experience working with sales, product managers and technical and operations subject matter experts to write and edit content for proposals responding to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) from U.S. state governments.

The Proposal Writer will write for assigned sections of the RFP. They will coordinate with Subject Matter Experts from the sales and product line to produce content that meets all requirements and includes sales messaging for the prospective government agency. The role will include working closely with teammates to coordinate messaging and quality throughout the RFP response.

About the team:

The Response Center of Excellence is seeking a Proposal Writer who communicates FIS' sales message to state government benefit agencies with powerful, complete RFP responses. The EBT Proposal Writer team includes expert proposal managers and writers who are dedicated to supporting the business line's sales teams. Their responsibilities include managing the RFP response process to deliver professional, comprehensive, and high-quality response packages. The team meticulously analyzes the requirements of each RFP, integrates sales and product expertise, and produces FIS-branded response packages that move the sales opportunity closer to wins.

What you will be doing:

  • Write creative, compelling, compliant and winning written responses to state government requests and solicitations.
  • Work collaboratively as part of a writing team using a style guide to achieve a common voice, style, and message.
  • Convert complex solution and technical information, jargon and acronyms into evaluator-friendly, compliant content conveying sales messaging and win themes.
  • Minimal travel.

What you bring:

  • Bachelor's degree and at least five years of demonstrated experience in proposal writing.
  • Proven knowledge and experience with large, complex proposals in response to state government RFPs.
  • Government EBT experience
  • Experience with industry-standard proposal development processes. APMP or Shipley preferred.
  • Experience using proposal platforms and AI tools. Responsive and Copilot experience preferred.
  • Experience with content management and content database tools.
  • Ability to write persuasively using the prospect's points of interest, goals and objectives as stated in the RFP. Ensuring each proposal answer conforms to the RFP requirements and instructions.
  • Experience designing/writing/editing tables, diagrams, charts, matrices, past performance descriptions and resumes for proposals.
  • Experience conducting interviews with subject matter experts, reviewing product and services source materials, and meeting milestones and deadlines.
  • Advanced skill in editing writing for punctuation, syntax and grammar.
  • Expert level experience in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be proficient creation and use of templates (.dot), styles, field codes, automated tables of contents, etc.

What we offer you:

At FIS,you can grow your career as far as you want to take it.Here's what else we offer:

  • Opportunities to make an impact in fintech
  • Personal and professional learning
  • Inclusive, diverse work environment
  • Resources to give back to your community
  • Competitive salary and benefits


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