Company Description

22nd Century Technologies Inc. (22nd) is a mid-size Service Integrator that provides IP enabled managed services and solutions to Federal, State, and Local governments. With over 6,000 employees, 22nd has been serving public entities for over 25 years through numerous government contracts across all 50 States. They are involved in mission-critical programs such as Digital Transformation, Cloud Migration, Cyber Security, and more.

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Proposal Writer to join our dynamic team. The Proposal Writer will develop compelling, compliant, and client-focused proposals by collaborating closely with subject matter experts, conducting in-depth research, and effectively translating complex information into clear, persuasive proposal narratives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in kick-off meetings, strategy sessions, and proposal planning activities.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather, analyze, and incorporate relevant and accurate information.
• Write, edit, format, and finalize narrative-style proposals ensuring clarity, compliance, and consistency with client requirements.
• Tailor existing content into customized, client-focused responses emphasizing solution alignment with client-specific needs.
• Incorporate strategic win themes and address client priorities and critical decision factors.
• Develop and/or review comprehensive proposal sections including cover letters, executive summaries, past performance, management, and staffing plans.
• Participate actively in proposal reviews (color teams), incorporating stakeholder feedback into subsequent proposal iterations.
• Proofread and edit proposals to eliminate errors, enhance readability, and ensure alignment with brand standards.
• Create, organize, and maintain an accessible proposal content library for efficient reuse in future proposals.
• Collaborate with solutions experts to devise and articulate winning proposal strategies.
• Support capture and business development planning efforts to ensure readiness for future opportunities.
• Take full ownership and accountability for proposal deliverables, ensuring timely submission of high-quality products.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in proposal management and proposal writing.
• Demonstrated technical writing ability, especially in response to RFPs.
• Strong research skills, capable of synthesizing information from diverse sources such as open-source research, SMEs, solutioning sessions, and data calls.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters in degree in English, Communications, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• APMP Certification or experience with Shipley business and proposal development methodology/best practices
• Experience in government contracting and familiarity with federal acquisition processes and standards is highly desirable.