About the job

Proposal Specialist

Why Join IEM?

We are a woman owned company in Emergency Management that embraces teamwork, collaboration, flexible performance, actionable solutions and integrity/ethics. Our work touches everyone. We produce results that matter. Results that save lives – join us while we build a safe, secure and resilient world.

Our Culture

IEMers believe in the greater good and it is our commitment to attract those who have excellent technical skills, creative minds and innovative ideas to keep propelling us forward.

Primary Location:

Morrisville, NC

Job Summary

IEM is searching for a Proposal Specialist. This position assists in the proposal development process by contributing various components to assigned bids. Tasks include, but are not limited to, writing, editing, formatting, compliance, forms, data call management, production, administrative activities, etc. Leads small, noncomplex proposals as assigned.

Essential Functions

Assist in proposal efforts of all sizes
Monitor proposal component compliance with instructions and deadlines
Responsible for timeliness and quality control for deliverables
Work with existing templates and rough draft material and convert the data into high-impact content to strengthen the quality of the proposal
Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure data calls are completed in a timely, accurate, and comprehensive manner
Edit documents for grammar, style, and content
Support production phases of project to ensure consistency, provide overall quality control, and compliance with proposal submission guidelines
Perform component and document production to include formatting, proofing, printing, binding and preparing proposal documentation for shipment and review
Perform other duties as assigned within the physical constraints of the job

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Strong written and oral communication skills
Critical thinking skills to analyze information and solve problems
Willingness and ability to operate in deadline-driven environment
Flexibility in the face of rapidly changing circumstances
Ability to organize/prioritize/coordinate efforts in order to achieve results
Strong writing and editing skills and ability to analyze, synthesize, and condense text
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and proficient with OneNote, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area (Business, Political Science, History, English, Communications, Creative Writing, Journalism, etc.)
0-2 years knowledge and past experience of the proposal process
General knowledge of government processes
Willingness to provide writing sample
Must be legally authorized to work in the US

Travel Required

Never or N/A

Benefits And More
10 paid holidays
Vacation pay
Sick pay
401 (K) plan with matching
Company-paid STD and LTD