Summary:
This position is located in the office in Chattanooga, TN
This position will primarily support the Federal Service Division through writing various materials to support capture of new federal business, (i.e. responses to RFIs, SSs, RFQs, and RFPs), white papers, newsletters, and other business communications. Writing assignments are focused on the company’s scope, field of operations, past performance, etc., often within extremely tight deadlines. Understanding of proposal writing style, business acumen, and the security field are crucial. Most writing assignments
are deadline driven.
This position assists with proposal coordination as directed to ensure responses are developed on time and in compliance with client requirements. Will be responsible for maintaining databases of responses, boilerplates, resumes, and past performance information.
Secondary writing and editing tasks will include the collection, development, and writing of stories for the Walden Report FSD Edition; editing other materials as requested.
Experience in project management would be helpful to keep projects on track and within timeline and scope. Writing skills and use of technology are important. The ideal person will be able to handle pressure well and thrive in a deadline-driven environment. Ultimately, you will ensure our content is onbrand and adds value to existing and potential customers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Research project background or other information and conduct research in order to obtain relevant information on requirements.
- Work with existing boilerplate and rough draft material from subject matter experts and convert into high-impact content for proposals.
- Develop and write proposals in response to formally written solicitations (RFPs, RFIs, SS (market survey), etc.)
- Edit and proofread documents for grammar, style, and content.
- Attend RFP meetings, discussing key requirements and strategic approach.
- Liaise effectively as a leading member of the proposal team.
- Assist or direct consultants or other subject matter experts (SME).
- Work with the department to develop, edit and maintain documents, presentations, communications and other projects as assigned.
- Monitor, support, or attend all production phases of the project to maintain consistency, provides overall quality control including completeness, color correction, formatting, accuracy, tabbing,
binding, packaging, and compliance with proposal submission guidelines. - Performs all other duties as assigned by the Proposal Manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities
The Technical Writer reports to the Proposal Manager, or another assigned manager. This job
has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competency
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (minimum of 5):
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written
information.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Strategic Thinking - develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses. Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment;
Adapts strategy to changing conditions; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; makes timely decisions.
Creative Writing - Writes clearly and informatively with above-average precision; possesses creative, analytical and persuasive writing skills; has excellent editing and/or proofreading capabilities; presents
numerical data effectively and accurately; expertly able to read and interpret written information.
Analytical – Collects and researched data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures; Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Uses intuition and experience to
complement data.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes
tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Goal and detail oriented.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans, Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
Oral Communication - speaks very clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in various meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English, Marketing, Communications, or other related fields.
• Graduate Degree or substantial technical, proposal, editorial and/or grant writing experience (be able to provide samples of work).
• Basic, intermediate and / or advance Shipley BD/Proposal understanding
• Proven track record and ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations using English language.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, other employees of the organization and the general public.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions and percentages.
Ability to apply concepts as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only
limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office Suite, Sam.gov, and GovWin.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Will be eligible to participate in company continuing education program to gain future certifications.
Valid Drivers' License
Other Qualifications
The ability to pass a background and drug test.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to see
and distinguish basic colors.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics describes here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Other Tasks
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or
restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.
So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.
