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

About the Role

This position serves as an experienced information architect and proposal leader, designed to structure and craft compelling content for complex, customer-facing documents. You will act as a strategic partner to the project director, providing backup support while leading the development process for high-value and intricate projects. The role exists to ensure that every proposal not only meets strict compliance requirements but also tells a persuasive story that highlights the company's strengths and capabilities.

In this capacity, you will interpret Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs), and Invitations for Bids (IFBs) to determine winning strategies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including sales, marketing, technical experts, and graphic designers—to gather insights and translate complex technical or operational details into clear, client-facing narratives. A key part of your day involves conducting comprehensive research, interviewing subject matter experts to extract critical information, and mentoring junior team members to elevate the overall quality of the proposal library.

Hiring Process

Maximus is committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. If you require reasonable accommodations at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews—due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment, please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

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. Our culture values resilience, collaboration, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments where direct feedback is used to drive excellence.

Compensation & 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 conditions, and internal value analysis. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package, which may also include short- and long-term incentives and 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.