Senior Writer

At ExplorUS , we provide exceptional hospitality services in some of the most breathtaking locations across the country—including national and state parks, marinas, forests, and museums. From Hawaii to the East Coast, our dedicated teams create unforgettable experiences for visitors, with the support of our corporate office in OverlandKansas.

As a growing organization, we pride ourselves on developing innovative proposals that help us secure new contracts and expand our footprint.

We are seeking a talented Senior Writer to join our team at our corporate office in OverlandPark, KS. This pivotal role will contribute to our growth by leading the creation of compelling, high‑quality proposals that drive our success.

Summary of Position
Leads the development of high‑quality, compelling proposals that drive competitive bid wins and support the expansion of the Company’s national portfolio of hospitality and recreation contracts. This role manages complex RFP responses, conducts strategic research, and collaborates cross‑functionally to produce persuasive, well‑structured documentation that highlights the Company’s capabilities and enhances guest experiences at state and national parks across the country.

Candidates with experience working for local, state or federal land management agencies such as state Departments of Natural Resource, National Park Service, US Forest Service or Zoos, or in related industries such as Zoos, Museums or Aquariums are highly encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

Review and interpret RFPs, technical specifications, and contractual documents to understand agency requirements and identify winning strategies

Conduct in‑depth research across multiple sources to gather relevant data and insights

Partner with internal teams to develop proposal strategies, value propositions, and differentiators

Write clear, persuasive, and comprehensive proposal content tailored to each agency’s needs

Ensure all proposal materials are accurate, well‑organized, compliant, and aligned with internal style and branding guidelines

Edit and proofread content for clarity, grammar, tone, and consistency

Manage multiple proposal assignments simultaneously while maintaining high quality and meeting stringent deadlines

Participate in regular proposal planning meetings to track progress, gather updates, and refine content needs

Engage with senior‑level stakeholders and subject‑matter experts to develop new content and refine existing materials into compelling, client‑focused narratives

Translate research findings and operational information into proposal‑ready documentation that effectively showcases the Company’s expertise

Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and proposal production to ensure final submissions are complete, compliant, and professionally presented

Proactively identify challenges, propose creative solutions, and communicate potential risks or bottlenecks to the team

Synthesize complex data, including financial and operational information, into concise, compliant content that aligns with agency page limits and guidelines

Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

Exceptional comprehension, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills

Experience using AI tools to assist in the creative writing process

Strong research capabilities with the ability to identify strategic content opportunities

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive information

Highly self‑motivated, professional, and ethical, with the ability to excel with minimal supervision

Adaptable to changing priorities and capable of performing effectively in a fast‑paced environment

Strong problem‑solving abilities with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and personalities

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word

Creative thinker with strong project management and time‑management abilities

Ability to interpret and incorporate financial information into narrative content

Detail‑oriented with a strategic mindset and creative approach to pursuing business opportunities

Knowledge and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, Public Affairs, Public Administration or related field from accredited institution.

Experience: Ten (10) years of experience writing, editing, and proofreading long‑form or technical content. Prior proposal or grant writing experience strongly preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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