Sales & Marketing Proposal Writer

ESS, an award-winning K-12 staffing and management company, is looking for a Sales & Marketing Proposal Writer to join our expanding Marketing team. In this role, you’ll craft compelling proposals and engaging marketing content that bring the ESS brand to life and demonstrate how we serve school districts nationwide.

We’re seeking a writer who combines creativity with accuracy, capable of producing persuasive, well-structured proposals and long-form content, while also generating clear, engaging copy across various channels. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and motivated, with a passion for storytelling and a sharp eye for detail accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, proofread, and format proposals and bids
• Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to identify key requirements and response strategies
• Develop proposals by gathering and organizing information on project objectives, deliverables, timelines, staffing, and evaluation criteria
• Break down complex information into clear, concise, and engaging content
• Meet deadlines by managing priorities and coordinating with contributors across departments
• Ensure all responses are complete, compliant, and consistent in tone and messaging
• Draft and edit copy for marketing collateral, presentations, blog posts, email campaigns, and social media
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to align all content with ESS’ voice, goals, and strategy
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in writing and editing within a marketing, proposal, or communications team
• Proven experience responding to RFPs and creating long-form, persuasive content
• Familiarity with proposal management tools such as Responsive (preferred)
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher)
• Enthusiasm to support the team and go beyond standard responsibilities when needed

Pay, Perks, and Benefits

• Salary range: $55,000–$60,000, based on experience
• Vacation, sick time, holidays, and paid volunteer time off
• Comprehensive health benefits and 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  
  

Additional Information

Candidates must be able to work onsite in the Jacksonville, FL office. Please submit a cover letter including salary requirements, a writing sample, and your resume for immediate consideration.

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.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly stands, walks, sits, uses hands to finger, handle, or feel, reaches with hands and arms, talk or hear.

VISION REQUIREMENTS - Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) to work on the computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This position works in an environment with moderate noise level. (Examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.)

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons, with or without notice.  The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.