ExplorUS is hiring: Proposal Writer in Overland Park

Content Summary: Proposal Writer at Overland Park, for ExplorUS

ExplorUS is a provider of exceptional hospitality services across the U.S. We manage more than sixty (60) locations operating in national, state and county parks, forests, museums, and marinas. We create and present compelling proposals that allow us to win contracts that grow our business.

Our company offers competitive pay and a broad array of benefits. We work hard and have fun doing so. If you are a talented content/proposal writer who is passionate about creating engaging and informative content, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with writing samples showcasing your diverse writing abilities.

This position is a full-time, in-office position and we are seeking an experienced (proposal) writer to fill this position.

Summary of Position
Prepare compelling content that engages external parties leading to competitive bid wins to expand the Company’s portfolio of hospitality contracts.

Responsibilities:

1. Study RFPs, technical and contractual documents, and other research material to understand agency requirements and identify strategies to create a winning response.
2. Conduct a variety of deep research to gather relevant information.
3. Collaborate with team members to develop proposal strategies.
4. Write persuasive and informative content for proposals.
5. Ensure content is accurate, well-structured, and follows necessary style guidelines.
6. Proofread and edit content for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
7. Manage multiple assignments and projects simultaneously.
8. Attend daily/weekly meetings to fully understand the proposal requirements and communicate with the team on the progress of completing the response.
9. Meet with internal and external senior-level professionals and subject-matter experts to generate new content and organize existing content into a compelling response.
10. Work within stringent timeframes to meet deadlines, ensure the final documents are complete as set forth in the prospectus, and ensure the document is well-organized and professionally presented.

Requirements:

1. Possess exceptional comprehension, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
2. Strong research skills and ability to identify potential strategies for proposal content.
3. Maintain confidentiality related to all documentation and other Company proprietary information.
4. Self-motivated with the ability to perform at the highest professional and ethical standards.
5. Respond well to a changing work environment and can perform at the highest level with minimal direction.
6. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively recommend solutions.
7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with many types of personalities.
8. Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office (especially with Microsoft Word).

Knowledge and Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Business or related field from accredited college/university.
Experience: Prior proposal writing experience preferred. Five (5) years' experience writing, editing, proofreading, and long-format content.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr