Government & State Contracting Specialist (Volunteer)

About the role

The Government & State Contracting Specialist will support the identification, application, and management of public sector funding and contracting opportunities. This role will focus on securing government partnerships, grants, and service contracts at the city, state, and federal levels to expand our programs and impact.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify government contracting opportunities (local, state, and federal)
• Aid with registrations and compliance requirements (SAM.gov, state vendor portals, etc.)
• Prepare and submit applications, proposals, and required documentation
• Track deadlines, submissions, and application statuses
• Maintain organized records of contracts, proposals, and compliance materials
• Support development of proposal narratives, budgets, and supporting documents
• Collaborate with leadership to align opportunities with organizational goals
• Monitor contract opportunities related to transportation, reentry services, mental health, and community programs

Requirements

• Experience with government contracting, grant writing, or procurement processes (preferred)
• Familiarity with platforms such as SAM.gov, state procurement portals, or RFP/RFQ processes
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Interest in nonprofit, public sector, or community-based work

Qualifications

• Experience with government contracting, grant writing, or procurement processes (preferred)
• Familiarity with platforms such as SAM.gov, state procurement portals, or RFP/RFQ processes
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Interest in nonprofit, public sector, or community-based work

Skills

• Government contracting
• Grant writing
• Procurement processes
• Research and writing
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Independent work
• Commitment to nonprofit work

Benefits

• Direct experience working with nonprofit leadership on funding and expansion strategy
• Exposure to government contracting and public sector funding processes
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale program growth and sustainability
• Professional development in grant writing, compliance, and procurement
• Potential for long-term or paid opportunities as the organization scales

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Remote

Application

Please submit your resume along with a brief statement of interest outlining your experience and why you are interested in this role. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to helping us secure the resources needed to expand our mission and impact.