Technical Proposal Writer (Remote, select US states)
We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented Technical Proposal Writer to compose compelling technical narratives that reflect our mission, past work, and capabilities in response to opportunities across our focus areas and business goals.
The Technical Proposal Writer is a critical part of the Growth department. In this role, you’ll write clear, concise technical content for proposals based on a deep understanding of Coforma’s capabilities, experience, and expertise, as well as our customers and their users’ needs. Through a combination of techniques, including interviews and desk research, the Technical Proposal Writer will develop clear, complete, and compelling proposals against known requirements.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is a skilled communicator with excellent writing skills and a knack for specificity in their writing. You have prior working knowledge of the Federal government contracting space and thrive in bringing together multiple ideas, voices, and perspectives in a unified, compelling, and compliant narrative.
If you’re passionate about improving lives through digital products and services, then Coforma is a great company for you.
$117,420 to $143,170 Annual Salary + Benefits + Growth Potential
Placement within this range will be based on the competency level of the candidate. An offer will be made at one of the following tiers:
Tier 1: $117,420 — Meets minimum qualification/experience requirements. Beyond onboarding, will need additional guidance and training to perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 2: $130,810 — Experienced and fully-competent. Beyond onboarding, can independently perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 3: $143,170 — Highly experienced and can perform all responsibilities of the role at a higher level than expected once onboarding is completed.
To honor our company-wide equitable pay system, the posted salary range and corresponding tier salaries are non-negotiable.
The job posting for this role is scheduled to close at 5:00pm ET on Friday, February 28, 2025. Depending on the number of applications received, the application window may be extended or may close earlier than scheduled to ensure that we can thoughtfully review and respond to each submission.
This is a US-based remote position open to applicants in select states listed below. Some travel will be required.
Note: to ensure we remain compliant with all state, county, and local employment and tax regulations, applicants must currently reside in one of the following states to be considered for employment with Coforma. This list will be updated periodically as our PeopleOps team works to open up hiring in additional states.
∙ Arizona
∙ California
∙ District of Columbia
∙ Florida
∙ Georgia
∙ Idaho
∙ Illinois
∙ Maine
∙ Maryland
∙ Massachusetts
∙ Montana
∙ Nevada
∙ New Jersey
∙ New York
∙ North Carolina
∙ Oregon
∙ South Carolina
∙ Tennessee
∙ Texas
∙ Virginia
∙ Washington
∙ Wisconsin
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
- Craft consistent, readable, and compelling proposals: Maintain consistency in writing by following processes, policies, and style guides, working with partners on our MarComms team to ensure brand cohesion and alignment.
- Contribute to and manage the proposal library: Familiarize yourself with the history of our opportunities, develop a clear understanding of our ecosystem, and contribute content to our proposal library including documentation and process guides, past performance write-ups, graphics and visuals for proposals, and more.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Partner closely with colleagues on the Growth team and across the organization in Design, Engineering, MarComms, and more, interviewing subject matter experts (SMEs) to understand their capabilities and skill sets and performing desk research to support proposal development for all our focus areas.
- Ensure compliance: Perform detailed analyses of RFI/RFQ/RFP requirements and collaborate with proposal team members throughout the proposal lifecycle to ensure it is cohesive and compliant with clients' requirements and expectations.
- Optimize proposal writing and management processes: Review our internal technical project documentation, past performance library, and other sources, and implement improvements using feedback from colleagues, SMEs, client debriefs, and external Coforma stakeholders.
- Continuously improve your skill set: Study industry best practices for proposal writing and engage with mentors within Coforma and externally to enhance your proposal writing skills and fine-tune our approach.
Who You Are (Requirements)
- You have at least 4 years of experience writing proposals in the federal government contracting space using a variety of writing styles (technical, editorial, informal, etc.) and can develop content in alignment with Coforma's business development voice and tone.
- You have 2+ years of technical writing experience in an IT consulting, digital technology, or design services environment.
- You’re a strong writer and communicator with the ability to thoughtfully unify content and input from different sources and contributors into a cohesive, unified voice.
- You have a strong understanding of and ability to write in plain language.
- You have keen attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work on multiple proposals with varying deadlines and priority levels.
- You’re a full-time resident of the contiguous United States who is legally authorized to work in the US now and in the future without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its application to proposals, specifically from a compliance perspective
- Familiarity with and experience writing on a range of digital services including human-centered design, Section 508 compliance, cloud migrations, product management, and more
- Experience using an RFP management/content management tool (Loopio preferred)
- 2+ years of experience working on a remote team or remote freelancing
Other
- Internet: Will prioritize and maintain access to strong, reliable internet for the remote nature of our work, except when on vacation or holiday.
- Security: Will keep the highest security practices to ensure privacy and security of Coforma and client information, given the nature of our work, even when on vacation.
- Travel Flexibility: On request and with advanced notice, will attend in-person events such as meetings, workshops, and trainings as assigned for projects that require it.
- Brand Representation: Will represent Coforma professionally and sincerely, modeling our Company Values in all interactions.
$117,420 - $143,174 a year
The salary range for this position is $117,420 to $143,170, in line with our company-wide equitable pay scale.
Placement within this range will be based on the competency level of the candidate. An offer will be made at one of the following tiers:
Tier 1: $117,420 — Meets minimum qualification/experience requirements. Beyond onboarding, will need additional guidance and training to perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 2: $130,810 — Experienced and fully-competent. Beyond onboarding, can independently perform key responsibilities of the role.
Tier 3: $143,170 — Highly experienced and can perform all responsibilities of the role at a higher level than expected once onboarding is completed.
To honor our company-wide equitable pay system, the posted salary range and corresponding tier salaries are non-negotiable.
We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Due to the nature of our work with the federal government, this role is required to work from the contiguous United States.
We're Coforma
We use creativity to get results for clients and the communities they serve.
We’ve honed a modern, agile, user-centered approach that elevates human needs through thoughtfully-designed systems and products.
From connecting families in crisis at the US border to improving the way governments consume COVID-19 mobility data through a more accessible and user-friendly tool, we’re dedicated to improving people’s lives through thoughtful technology products and services. Together. Our cross-functional team works closely with each other and with our government, nonprofit, and commercial partners to research, design, and build better products and services.
Coforma employs over 150 talented creators. Our leadership has decades of experience in improving government digital services from a civic service mindset, and a strong record of developing innovative technology solutions for government, enterprise, and nonprofits.
We thoughtfully integrate design into product development. We are experts in leading the design and development of products to meet business goals, build alignment, and deliver value through technically feasible and iterative design activities.
Business objectives and human beings are at the center of our work. We work very closely and collaboratively with our partners, from solicitation through to delivery, to ensure that the solution provides a high level of value to the business. Accessibility is never overlooked in our work, and our iterative approach validates the utility and delight of the final product.
Benefits
In addition to the many perks that come with our remote-first company and culture, we offer numerous benefits to eligible employees. Some of those include:
• Flexible PTO along with paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Internet, phone, and home office stipends
• A professional development fund along with numerous growth opportunities
• 16-week parental leave policy available to birthing and non-birthing parents
• Remote work policy, which saves the average worker $5,000 a year in transportation costs
Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Workplace
Coforma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit from all different socioeconomic backgrounds, different education levels and those with varying degrees of experience in government contracting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other factors that are protected from employment discrimination under federal law.
We are committed to ensuring accessibility and equal opportunity and offering reasonable accommodations to those with disabilities. We adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act and all relevant federal, state, and local laws concerning disability discrimination and accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, please email talentops@coforma.io.
About Public Trust and Other Background Investigations
Due to the nature of our client and project work, most roles may require a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI), Moderate Background Investigation (MBI), Background Investigation (BI) or other relevant investigations as needed. Additional information regarding background evaluations or investigations can be found on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management website (opm.gov).
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