Senior Manager of Proposal Writing (US State & Local Health and Human Services)

About the Role

This position serves as an experienced information architect and strategic leader within the proposal development function. You will design and structure content for complex, customer-facing documents, acting as a vital resource for the writing team to implement deal-specific structures. As a key backup to the project director for proposal writing, you will oversee multiple proposal projects, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals and managing high-value, complex project lifecycles.

The role is designed for a professional who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. You will interpret RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs to determine requirements, conducting comprehensive research to gather insights. A core part of your day involves collaborating with cross-functional teams—including sales, marketing, technical experts, and graphic designers—to synthesize complex technical and operational details into compelling, compliant narratives. You will also provide mentorship to junior team members and manage relationships with key stakeholders and clients through active participation in meetings and presentations.

Hiring Process

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.

Equal Opportunity

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics.

Compensation and Benefits

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel, external market and internal value analysis, seniority, and merit systems. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.