Proposal Writer

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    "region": "MD",
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    {
      "text": "What you'll do: ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Write to win.</span></strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Author clear, compliant, and compelling proposals (RFPs, RFQs) and generate RFI and Sources Sought responses which demonstrate an understanding of the customers’ mission for a range of federal agencies with primary focus on DHS.</span></li>\n<li><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Team up.</span></strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;Collaborate with capture managers, BD pros, solution architects, and SMEs to weave together win themes, discriminators, and evidence-backed stories that resonate.</span></li>\n<li><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bring the narrative</span></strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>.</strong> Craft pricing narratives, management approaches, technical solutions, past performance, and executive summaries that&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;just check boxes – they tell a persuasive story.</span></li>\n<li><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Work smarter with AI.</span></strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;Use&nbsp;GenAI&nbsp;tools like Grok, Claude,&nbsp;VisibleThread, Grammarly Pro, and&nbsp;Skyward’s&nbsp;custom AI stack to speed up content creation, while keeping that authentic human touch.</span></li>\n<li><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Keep it Shipley</span></strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>.</strong> Build compliance matrices, run Pink/Red/Gold reviews like a pro, and enforce best practices throughout the proposal lifecycle.</span></li>\n<li><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stay sharp</span></strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>.</strong> Monitor FAR, DFARS,&nbsp;GSAR,&nbsp;HSAR, and all the other acronyms that matter. Track compliance with Section 508, CMMC, TAA, and more.</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>"
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      "text": "What we'd like you to have: ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A bachelor’s in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, or related field (or the equivalent in lived experience and great writing).</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">5+ years writing and coordinating federal proposals, with strong experience supporting DHS agencies (USCIS, CBP, FEMA, TSA, etc.) and managing multiple requirements against competing deadlines.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">APMP Practitioner or higher (or Shipley-equivalent mastery).</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Experience contributing to pricing volumes – you get how cost realism, labor categories, and basis of estimate play out.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Developing proposal schedules and facilitating kick-off, partnership, strategy, and solutions sessions.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A track record of winning $25M+ opportunities preferably with DHS and other Law enforcement agencies.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fluency in tools like GovWin, sam.gov, VisibleThread, Loopio, ProposalTech, Qvidian, or Privia.</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Experience working alongside or inside AI tools – and knowing when to trust, edit, or rewrite that generated content.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A calm, collaborative energy – even when timelines are tight and stakes are high.</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n<div>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">&nbsp;</span></p>\n</div>\n</div>"
    },
    {
      "text": "What would blow us away:  ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">You have prior experience with DHS-specific vehicles like Alliant 2, OASIS+, or GSA 8(a) STARS III.</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">You have spoken or written about proposals, AI in federal contracting, or best practices at events, blogs, or webinars.</span></li>\n\n<div><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. At Skyward, we’re focused on hiring individuals with the right skills and passion to grow, not just checking off every box.</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278,&quot;469777462&quot;:[560,1120,1680,2240,2800,3360,3920,4480,5040,5600,6160,6720],&quot;469777927&quot;:[0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0],&quot;469777928&quot;:[1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1]}\">&nbsp;</span></span></div>\n</div>\n</div>"
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      "text": "And now the important part. What we offer you: ",
      "content": "<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Medical, dental, vision insurance (fully paid for employees)</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">15 days of paid leave</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7 days of sick leave</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2 days bereavement leave</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">11 paid Federal holidays</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Up to 40 hours for jury duty</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">401K with 4% employer contribution (and no vesting period)</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Up to 4 weeks of paid paternity and maternity leave</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Company provided laptop</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$5,000 per year for professional development</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$600 per year for technical supplies and equipment</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$2,000 referral bonus</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Life and disability insurance</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">HSA and FSA</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Legal Shield and ID Shield Voluntary Benefits</span></li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Opportunity to work in a collaborative, motivated team focused on modernizing government services with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. Who says government work can't be exciting!</span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">&nbsp;</span></li>\n\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>"
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    "team": "Proposal Team",
    "location": "Rockville, MD",
    "commitment": "Full-Time",
    "department": "Corporate - BD & Growth",
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