Proposal Technical Writer - Federal Government

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Proposal Technical Writer at Optum Serve will play a crucial role in supporting our federal contract bids. This individual will be responsible for creating comprehensive, clear, and concise content that will form an integral part of our proposal submissions. The ideal candidate will work closely with our business development, product management, and proposal teams to ensure that all written materials align with both the client's requirements and our strategic objectives.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and write clear, concise, and compelling content for federal contract proposals, including technical descriptions, executive summaries, and other necessary sections

• Collaborate with subject matter experts across various departments to gather the necessary information and insights for proposal content

• Ensure all technical documentation is consistent with industry standards and compliant with federal bid requirements

• Edit and proofread proposal content for clarity, grammar, and accuracy

• Assist in maintaining a comprehensive library of technical documentation, templates, and standard responses

• Participate in proposal review meetings and provide input on content strategy and structure

• Manage multiple writing assignments under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in technical writing in a government contracting or similar environment

• Solid ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and understandable content

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant writing tools

• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with federal government proposal processes and requirements

• Familiarity with the health IT sector, especially federal healthcare and IT systems

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $70,200 to $137,800 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.