Vice President of Business Development, Government Services

Job Summary:The Forefront Vice President, Business Development (Government Services) will lead the Business and Proposal Development functions for the Government Services division.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Managing the proposal submission process from pre-bid to submittal.Preparing proposals, qualifications, and presentations.Organizing/updating database of project information.Creating and maintaining the standard narrative library.Coordinating meetings.Writing original proposal material.Assisting with the opportunity pipeline.Monitoring potential opportunities on govwin.com and sam.gov.The ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to work well with all levels of the organization, be detail-oriented, and proficient in desktop publishing. Experience with federal contracts is required.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field (English, Journalism, Business, Marketing, Engineering).15+ years of experience in developing proposals for Federal contracts.Experience with graphic design and page layout in a deadline-driven, team environment.Ability to collaborate with varied stakeholders and provide creative solutions to potential issues.Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.Human relation skills to build effective relationships with team and internal customers.Advanced computer literacy including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.Excellent knowledge of English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage.Ability to establish priorities and solve a wide range of technical writing problems.Demonstrated customer service, common sense, problem-solving, and analytical skills.Flexibility to respond to changing work priorities and handle numerous projects simultaneously.Advanced user in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), Google software, and Adobe Creative Suite.Experience with marketing professional services and familiarity with industry terms, contracts, deliverables, and processes.Strong knowledge of Government contracting and proposal process.Previous experience with the creation, maintenance, and development of CRM databases is desired.Must be a self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks and possess strong organizational skills.Knowledge and experience with office procedures, systems, and protocols required.Benefits:Forefront provides medical, dental, and vision plans. Your benefits will be effective the first of the month following your date of hire. You will receive a detailed email from Employee Navigator (Austin Benefits) with your benefit and login information.401K/Retirement:

You will be eligible to participate in the 401K retirement savings program that Forefront offers upon the next open enrollment period. Enrollment occurs twice per year in January and July. Forefront currently offers discretionary match.Paid Time Off:

As a salaried exempt employee, you will be eligible for three (3) weeks/fifteen (15) days paid vacation and seven (7) sick days annually. Forefront observes six (6) paid Holidays.AAP/EEO Statement:

Forefront Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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