http://careers.hmhco.com/feeds/educational-publishing-jobs/ Custom RSS Feed for educational-publishing-jobs Mon, 20 May 2013 08:35:58 GMT en-us http://careers.hmhco.com/feeds/educational-publishing-jobs/ 720 Published Job Title: Director of Clinical Assessment Development
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5627
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Product Development

This position is responsible for management activities including staff management & author/customer relationships; comprehensive, long-range publishing planning including proposal development; and the overall content and quality of published products associated with a broad range of Group and Custom assessment instruments. Works collaboratively with authors and internal team in product planning, test design, standardization planning, designing studies and reviews, and all activities necessary to develop tests to meet professional and industry standards. Responsible for planning and managing project schedules and budgets. This position works closely with authors, department heads, school districts, state Departments of Education and other departments within Riverside.
Requirements

Required:

5 years successful project management of large, complex projects; 2 to 5 years staff management; K-12 test publishing experience; Doctorate in Psychology or related degree is required.

Preferred: PhD in Psychology (e.g., School, Clinical, or Counseling) or Educational Measurement. Strong background in statistics, measurement, and test design.

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal

Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

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*LI-CT1]]>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Dir-Clinical-Job-IL-60008/2487373/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Dir-Clinical-Job-IL-60008/2487373/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Content Consultant for English/Language Arts
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5919
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Editorial

Riverside, a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, seeks subject matter experts specializing in K-12 education for English Language Arts and Reading.

Duties:
1. Writing assessment items
2. Reviewing and revising assessment items and passages
3. Building formative and summative assessments
4. Aligning assessment items to standards and other attributes

Requirements:
Requirements Required Education:
BA/BS in a liberal arts field (e.g., English) from an accredited four-year university
Required Skills:
Recent teaching experience to the Common Core State Standards

Expert knowledge of subject matter

Experience teaching and/or writing assessment materials to the Common Core State Standards

Excellent editorial skills

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form

Ability to effectively manage timelines and competing priorities

Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel)

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
3 or more years of teaching and/or curriculum experience]]>Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Content-Consultant-for-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Job-IL-60008/2592379/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Content-Consultant-for-EnglishLanguage-Arts-Job-IL-60008/2592379/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Product Marketing Manager
Published Division/Department: Heinemann
Requisition #: 5855
State/Province/County: New Hampshire
City: Portsmouth
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

The Product Marketing Manager has strategic input into all facets of the Heinemann’s math portfolio with responsibility for the following:
- Oversee the conceptualization, implementation and budget control of innovative, integrated marketing for Heinemann’s suite of mathematics materials including, branding, positioning, and Inbound/Outbound promotion.
- Managing eMarketing campaigns, social-media campaigns, print collateral, advertising, and press releases, special events,
- Work collaboratively with the math and science acquiring editor to support the conception, position, and delivery of market-leading products tailored to market needs, including professional books and firsthand classroom materials
- Support the sales team and build their capacity with math products
- Identify growing market sectors and areas of strategic opportunity for product and promotion
- Advise on marketing strategy related to math content on the Digital Campus Additionally, the Product Marketing Manager may work on other content area publications on an as-needed basis.Works collaboratively with:Editorial, Sales, Marketing, Techonology, Production, PD Services

Requirements Required:
* 3-5 years of Marketing experience
* Experience in teaching math or working in math educational publishing experience preferred
* Minimum bachelor's degree required

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

*LI-CT1]]>Thu, 16 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Portsmouth-Product-Marketing-Manager-Job-NH-03801/2552075/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Portsmouth-Product-Marketing-Manager-Job-NH-03801/2552075/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Software Developer Intern
Published Division/Department: Information Technology
Requisition #: 5636
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Information Technology

HMH aims to spark a lifelong love of learning in every individual we touch. Our challenge and our passion is to combine cutting-edge research, editorial excellence and technological innovation to improve teaching and learning environments and solve complex literacy and education challenges. We are among the world’s largest providers of pre-K–12 education solutions and one of its longest-established publishing houses. We deliver interactive, results-driven education solutions to 60 million students in 120 countries; and we publish renowned and awarded novels, non-fiction, children's books and reference works for readers throughout the world.

The Opportunity:

HMH is seeking students interested in software development internships. Our IT internship program offers opportunities for students to get hands on exposure to meaningful projects impacting our department commitments and strategy.

Each of our internships is focused on a business problem, project or body of research where you will be working with industry thought leaders in your field of practice. We provide dynamic opportunities for you interface with top departmental and company leadership as well as social opportunities for you to bond with fellow interns. If you are looking for a great place to start your career in the publishing industry, consider Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

The development internship requires very strong technical and communications skills. This role will have responsibility related to technical implementations working alongside a team of engineers, test engineers and product stakeholders. This is a hands-on development role and requires a strong software development background. The intern will participate in all phases of development from definition and design through implementation, debugging, testing and deployment to ensure all work is to the highest standards. The intern will support component design, development and maintenance. Have responsibilities for code reviews and technical quality standards within the project team. Carry out meticulous automated unit tests to ensure a high quality deliverable into QA. Assist in defining structured practices especially in source code management, build and release management. Participate in usability reviews and lead improvements in front end design. Use appropriate tools to maintain version control and build processes.

Requirements:
The Requirements:

A bachelor’s, masters or MBA candidate. If pursuing an undergraduate degree, junior or senior year students are preferred.

Excellent JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3 skills

Experienced in developing dynamic JavaScript Applications.

Good understanding of web technologies, usability, object oriented programming and development frameworks.

Requires a very strong level of interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills

Front end automated testing

Cross browser and cross device web app development]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Software-Developer-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2428415/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Software-Developer-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2428415/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Intern
Published Division/Department: Publishing Operations
Requisition #: 5870
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Permissions

The Rights and Permissions Assistant assists in the processing of requests to include previously published literature in educational products. This position researches and communicates with rights holders for the purpose of obtaining permission for reprinting the material in our products. This includes processing contracts, maintaining database and archival files and preparing reports as required. This position may include some negotiation of fees and preparation of contracts. Projects will include:

•Assist with data entry for basal reading program, including agreement entries, processing payment vouchers and archiving final program hard copy files.

• Assist with the updating of State Standards procedures; enter contractual information in the database.

• Migrate data from previous database into new database and cleanse rolodex data preparation of migration.

• Archive hard copy files for agreements related to Boston office based projects.

Requirements Some College; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; database applications; excellent written and verbal skills and attention to detail; previous office experience preferred.]]>Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2576709/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2576709/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: VP Research
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5809
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Research

This individual will be responsible for leading and overseeing the Research and Measurement Services Department. This position oversees all Educational, Clinical and State testing and applied psychometric research to support Riverside’s publishing and test development needs.

Provide leadership for the Research and Measurement Services department. Supervise over 15 measurement staff. Provide guidance and oversight for the development and design of major projects for particular programs, instruments, and materials published by Riverside. Provide mentoring and guidance for research, development, and customer support staff as needed.

Guide the development and maintenance of Riverside’s expertise in particular research, measurement, and statistical areas. Help ensure that Riverside is a leader in measurement research, methods and theory.

Effectively communicate and actively support Marketing and Sales activities by participating in responses to proposals, conferences and professional meetings. Oversee the preparation of written product descriptions and materials to ensure psychometric accuracy and overall quality. Communicate realistic expectations for products and timelines.

Work effectively with other RPC departments, state department and clients, either external or internal, to provide the research and psychometric support of Riverside products and services.

Responsible for providing research services to our clients in support of Riverside’s products as well as Research/Consulting services to clients.

Establish a presence in the various professional communities such as research, measurement, psychometrics, counseling, guidance, or statistics. Whenever possible, hold leadership positions in professional organizations, present new research findings, and/or publish findings and methods in professional journals.

Requirements:
Thorough knowledge of educational and clinical assessment including: norm referenced testing, criterion referenced testing, psychometric theory, and applied psychometrics including scaling, equating, and psychometric problem solving.

Strong project management/supervisory and decision-making skills. The ability to set direction, make commitments and then manage consistently. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, anticipate and solve problems and develop solutions for customers. Strong Internet and Computer skills.

Must possess a Doctorate in Educational Measurement or closely related field. 10 or more years experience in educational testing, assessment, psychometrics, and/or measurement.

5 years of management experience preferred.

*LI-CT1]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-VP-Research-Job-IL-60008/2544911/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-VP-Research-Job-IL-60008/2544911/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Test Development Specialist
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5631
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Product Development

Riverside Publishing, one of the nation’s leading educational assessment companies, has an opportunity for a mathematics Content Development Specialists to provide content area, curriculum and instruction, and assessment expertise in the design and development of high-stakes custom educational assessment and formative assessment materials. Will also be responsible for the creation, review, and revision of test items and/or passages (even in mathematics); alignment of items to state curricula; training and supervision of freelance and vendor personnel; conceptualization, construction, and review of test forms; and interaction with state departments of education and their appointees and committees. There are opportunities for career growth and advancement, and on-the-job training will be provided.

Requirements:
Content expertise in mathematics and possibly more content areas (e.g., ELA, science, social studies)

Expertise in industry standards for assessment quality, especially in technical requirements for items and tests

Expertise in assessment development processes for custom and shelf products

Ability to collaborate extensively with peers to accomplish goals

Experience in instructional design and delivery of training

Ability to develop creative solutions to solve resource and schedule challenges

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

BS or BA in relevant field (e.g., ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, and/or Education).

Minimum of 3 years teaching experience and/or experience as an Associate Test Development Specialist.

Preferred:

MS or MA in relevant field (e.g., ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, and/or Education).

Minimum of 5 years of K-12 classroom teaching experience.

Minimum of 1 year of educational assessment experience.

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

*LI-CT1]]>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Test-Development-Specialist-Job-IL-60008/2487374/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Test-Development-Specialist-Job-IL-60008/2487374/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Content Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5799
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Editorial

Riverside, a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, seeks subject matter experts specializing in K-12 education for English Language Arts and Reading.

Duties:
1. Writing assessment items
2. Reviewing and revising assessment items and passages
3. Building formative and summative assessments
4. Aligning assessment items to standards and other attributes

Requirements Requirements Required Education:
BA/BS in a liberal arts field (e.g., English) from an accredited four-year university
Required Skills:
Recent teaching experience to the Common Core State StandardsExpert knowledge of subject matter
Experience teaching and/or writing assessment materials to the Common Core State Standards

Excellent editorial skills
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form
Ability to effectively manage timelines and competing priorities
Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel)

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
3 or more years of teaching and/or curriculum experience

Application Process:
DO NOT APPLY ON-LINE. Please submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience to: Development@hmhco.com. Documents should be Microsoft Word or .pdf files. Include the following in the subject line: “Subject Matter Expert ELA”

J2W:CB Exp. 05/09/13]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509286/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509286/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Freelance Writers
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5802
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Editorial

Riverside, a division of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, seeks experienced freelance assessment writers specializing in middle school and high school levels (6-12) for English Language Arts and Reading.

Duties:
1. Passage writing
2. Passage finding
3. Item writing
4. Alignment of assessment items to standards and item attributes

Requirements Required Education:
BA/BS in a liberal arts field (e.g., English) from an accredited four-year university

Required Experience
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience within grades 6-12

Required Skills:
Expert knowledge of subject matter
Experience teaching and/or writing assessment materials to the Common Core State Standards
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form
Ability to effectively manage timelines and competing priorities
Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel)

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
5 or more years of teaching and/or curriculum experience within 6-12
2 years of professional passage and/or item writing
Proven ability to write passages and/or items addressing the rigor required by the Common Core State Standards

Application Process:
DO NOT APPLY ON-LINE. Please submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience to: Development@hmhco.com. Documents should be Microsoft Word or .pdf files. Include the following in the subject line: RPC Freelance Job "subject" (example: RPC Freelance Job ELA)

J2W:CB Exp. 04/28/13]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509282/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Freelance-Writers-Job-IL-60008/2509282/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Clinical Measurement Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5364
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Rolling Meadows
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is reponsible for selling to and providing workshops for school pyschologists, special education, and early childhood personnel.

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* Master's in school psychology required/doctorate preferred.
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

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J2W:CB Exp. 06/27/13]]>Sat, 18 May 2013 05:31:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-IL-60008/2354757/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Rolling-Meadows-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-IL-60008/2354757/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Clinical Measurement Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5709
State/Province/County: Ohio
City: Cincinnati
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is reponsible for selling to and providing workshops for school pyschologists, special education, and early childhood personnel.

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* Master's in school psychology required/doctorate preferred.
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 06/27/13]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Cincinnati-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-OH-45201/2463705/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Cincinnati-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-OH-45201/2463705/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Clinical Measurement Consultant
Published Division/Department: Riverside Publishing
Requisition #: 5707
State/Province/County: Missouri
City: St. Louis
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is reponsible for selling to and providing workshops for school pyschologists, special education, and early childhood personnel.

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customers requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* Master's in school psychology required/doctorate preferred.
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel. 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 06/27/13]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/St_-Louis-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-MO-63101/2463706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/St_-Louis-Clinical-Measurement-Consultant-Job-MO-63101/2463706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Marketing Specialist - International Markets
Published Division/Department: International Markets
Requisition #: 5862
State/Province/County: Dublin
City: Dublin
Country: Ireland
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Project Employee
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

The Organization

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt's mission is changing people's lives by fostering passionate, curious, learners. Sixty million students in 120 countries depend on us for their education. HMH is the world's largest provider of pre-K-12 solutions. We collaborate with school districts, administrators, teachers, parents and students, providing interactive, results-driven learning. With origins dating back to 1832, HMH also publishes an extensive line of reference works and award-winning literature for adults and young readers.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt International is the division responsible for the management and growth of HMH international business. The division consists of a team of Sales Representatives, Consultants, Finance and a Sales and Marketing Support Team.

The Opportunity

The International Marketing Specialist (6 month fixed term contract) will develop close relationships with HMH's partners and target customers around the world with the objective for them to be able to localise, manufacture, promote and market the HMH catalogue of products in their given country.

The role will have responsibility for implementing marketing campaigns and sales readiness initiatives that better equip HMH sales teams and partners in communicating with target customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

* Coordinating product market launch initiatives such as customer, partner and sales team training, sales, go to market sales kits and online support.
* Developing marketing collateral and tools that support HMH sales teams and partners
* Developing engaging customer case studies that support the HMH value proposition
* Support the development and implementation of e-marketing campaigns
* Manage HMH participation at regional customer seminars

Requirements:
Skills and Experience:

Essential:

* 3-5 years' relevant experience in Marketing.
* 3 years' experience
* Strong communication and presentation skills
* Effective influencing skills
* Knowledge of the technology, education or publishing sectors
* A driven, self-starter and creative thinker who will act on market requirements
* Track record of delivering successful marketing campaigns that produce results
* Experience establishing and managing relationships throughout the industry, at all levels
* Fluent English

Desirable:

* Experience supporting an International Sales Team
* Proven experience supporting and managing a network of partners

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is committed to a comprehensive policy of Equal Opportunities and we aim to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees]]>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Dublin-Marketing-Specialist-International-Markets-Job/2571667/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Dublin-Marketing-Specialist-International-Markets-Job/2571667/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Finance Manager- Sales Operations
Published Division/Department: Sales Operations
Requisition #: 5539
State/Province/County: Texas
City: Austin
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

The Finance Manager- Sales Operations provides revenue forecast inputs to Global Supply Chain and provides value-added, trend-based analysis on the Core Math and Sciences programs, while identifying areas for process improvement. The Finance Manager also coordinates with other internal departments to develop the annual budget, report and reconcile monthly variances, and support Area financial analysis. • Collaborate with regional Finance to develop detailed territory and regional plans aimed at allocating resources and developing sales plans that maximize company revenue and EBITDA. Identify revenue gaps and develop strategies to fill gaps • Collaborate with regional finance, sales managers and global supply chain team to develop detailed revenue forecast • Collaborates with regional finance, sales managers, other teams to ensure that sales opportunities are accurately reflected in the pipeline. Identifies revenue gaps and develop strategies to fill gaps • Analyzes revenue trends and deep-dive revenue initiatives, driving revenue growth and identifying revenue opportunities • Develops standard revenue reporting procedures and cadence – delivering comprehensive monthly analysis to Area teams and Senior HMH management.

Requirements
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Requirements : • Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or similar quantitative discipline required; Accounting degree or CPA certification and / or MBA, along with educational publishing experience preferred • Demonstrated experience in financial and operational analysis, process improvement and ability to manage processes across functions • Strong analytical and process improvement skills, project management skills and ability to lead cross functional efforts • Advanced Microsoft Excel and data mining skills • Microsoft Access and business warehouse skills a strong plus]]>Fri, 17 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Finance-Manager-Sales-Operations-Job-TX-73301/2381010/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Finance-Manager-Sales-Operations-Job-TX-73301/2381010/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Finance Manager- Sales Operations
Published Division/Department: Sales Operations
Requisition #: 5555
State/Province/County: Florida
City: Orlando
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

The Finance Manager- Sales Operations provides revenue forecast inputs to Global Supply Chain and provides value-added, trend-based analysis on the Core Math and Sciences programs, while identifying areas for process improvement. The Finance Manager also coordinates with other internal departments to develop the annual budget, report and reconcile monthly variances, and support Area financial analysis. • Collaborate with regional Finance to develop detailed territory and regional plans aimed at allocating resources and developing sales plans that maximize company revenue and EBITDA. Identify revenue gaps and develop strategies to fill gaps • Collaborate with regional finance, sales managers and global supply chain team to develop detailed revenue forecast • Collaborates with regional finance, sales managers, other teams to ensure that sales opportunities are accurately reflected in the pipeline. Identifies revenue gaps and develop strategies to fill gaps • Analyzes revenue trends and deep-dive revenue initiatives, driving revenue growth and identifying revenue opportunities • Develops standard revenue reporting procedures and cadence – delivering comprehensive monthly analysis to Area teams and Senior HMH management.

Requirements
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Requirements : • Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or similar quantitative discipline required; Accounting degree or CPA certification and / or MBA, along with educational publishing experience preferred • Demonstrated experience in financial and operational analysis, process improvement and ability to manage processes across functions • Strong analytical and process improvement skills, project management skills and ability to lead cross functional efforts • Advanced Microsoft Excel and data mining skills • Microsoft Access and business warehouse skills a strong plus

*LI-CT1]]>Sat, 18 May 2013 05:31:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Finance-Manager-Sales-Operations-Job-FL-32801/2389759/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Finance-Manager-Sales-Operations-Job-FL-32801/2389759/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Curriculum Specialist
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5484
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 70% - 80%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

This position is accountable for effective, in-depth sales and service to current and potential customers to foster sales, satisfaction and confidence in Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishers' products and to encourage their future use.

Primary Accountabilities:
- Sales Presentations: Present HMH products in an organized, accurate, motivating manner that elicits audience response and convinces individuals to support our programs; customizes the sales message with awareness of customer needs, campaign issues, and competitive knowledge; comprehensively covers all sales points, hitting on the competition and effectively closing the presentation with a call to action on the part of the customer; appropriately adjusts to response and needs of audience; handles questions and overcomes objections· Market, Curriculum & Product Knowledge: Reads the market, recognizing trends, customer needs and communicates effectively with the sales team; Demonstrates extensive knowledge about curriculum issues and utilizes said information to build a foundation for effective conversations with customers, workshops, in-services, and to meet customer needs; Demonstrates in depth product knowledge by positioning product in a way that reflects product strengths while aligning with market issues, curriculum trends, and customer needs; utilizes knowledge of competitors’ products to enhance product positioning; serves as a resource for customers and colleagues when market or product information is needed; stays abreast of new developments in technology· In-service Training and Workshops: Designs and delivers in-service training that builds comprehensive product knowledge and effectively prepares teachers to use our program; customizes in-service training based on customer needs; prepares and delivers effective interactive workshops that reflect new and creative ideas relating to current issues and trends and provides stimulating ideas for teachers to take back to their classrooms; responds to audience by adjusting workshops as conditions warrant.· Communication: Provides timely feedback on activities conducted in a territory to the appropriate sales rep and manager; communicates information uncovered regarding customer needs to the sales rep and manager in order to capitalize on sales opportunities and position product effectively; communicates with customer before each scheduled in-service to determine needs in order to customize for the district; uses voicemail and e-mail appropriately and effectively; submits required reports in a timely manner.

Sales Strategy: Collaborate with the sales representatives to contribute to strategic planning for regional and territory campaigns

About Houghton Mifflin Harcourt:

Boston-based Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company is a global education company with approximately $2.5 billion in combined revenue. The Company publishes a comprehensive set of best-in-class pre-K–12 educational solutions, ranging from research-based textbook programs to instructional technology to standards-based assessments for students and educators. The Company also publishes an extensive line of reference works and award-winning literature for adults and young readers. With origins dating back to 1832, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt combines its tradition of excellence with a commitment to innovation. To learn more about Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, visit www.hmhco.com. Equal Opportunity Employer

Car part of benefits

Requirements This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or equivalent work experience, Background in math, science, reading or langauage arts. Must be able to use MS Office Suite, and WebEx tools.This position has irregular work hours, requiring overnight trips and extensive travel - driving and air. Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

Must have a valid driver's license and clear driving record.]]>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Curriculum-Specialist-Job-MA-02108/2368804/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Curriculum-Specialist-Job-MA-02108/2368804/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Dir, Consumer Product Brand Management
Published Division/Department: Consumer Products & Solutions
Requisition #: 5793
State/Province/County: New York
City: New York City
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 20% - 30%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

This leader will be creative and current with latest kids' media and product trends as the job also involves consumer research, critical analysis of current properties and assets and identification of new opportunities for brands and products.

The Director will work with a wide network of people such as internal Trade and Marketing teams. He/She will oversee the creation of Style Guides and ensure brand integrity on all external communications and products including media, retail presence, licensed goods, etc.

As a member of the Consumer Brands team, will report weekly results and activities during team and department meetings. At all times will integrate corporate objectives into brand management strategies.

• Working with VP Consumer Brands, re-imagine consumer brands for contemporary kids based on consumer research and an understanding of the current kids' media and product marketplace with an eye toward maximizing license-ability while being true to our educational mission.
• Create and manage 5 year brand P&L.
• Scope project needs. Identify, solicit and manage outside vendors (research, style guide creators, illustrators, authors, etc.)
• Identify, pitch and sign best-in-class licensing partners.
• Identify, pitch and land retail partners for product launch windows and exclusives.
• Establish brand timelines and launches.
• Manage internal and external product development to meet timelines
• Lead marketing efforts for each brand.
• Drive consumer understanding and insights that help shape our product portfolio.
• Conduct analysis and periodical reviews of products, brands, competitive categories, and consumer trends to enhance the brand's equity and marketplace performance.
• Maintain strong, ongoing channels of communication with sales force, Marketing, Editorial, Creative Development and other internal departments
• Provide leadership and supervision to staff in the execution of marketing plans, maintenance, and competitive selling support activities

Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or Masters preferred--preferably in the content area or in business management or marketing
• 5 - 10 years managerial experience in product development, marketing, brand management, licensing and/or new media properties
• Experience in publishing a plus
• Experience in an entrepreneurial or start-up environment
• Superior verbal and written communication skills; superior presentation skills
• Superior inter-personal skills with all levels including executive management
• Conceptual & analytical thinking; vision; leadership & management; prioritization; collaboration; decision-making; negotiation; problem-solving; tactical execution; product & market knowledge; functional & computer proficiency.

*LI-CT1]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-York-City-Dir%2C-Consumer-Product-Brand-Management-Job-NY-10001/2509283/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/New-York-City-Dir%2C-Consumer-Product-Brand-Management-Job-NY-10001/2509283/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Account Executive
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5632
State/Province/County: Nevada
City: Las Vegas
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

Through effective relationships, the Account Executive is accountable for providing educational content solutions that meet the needs of school districts in an assigned territory.

Job Responsibilities:

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customer requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s desirable)
* 5-10 years sales experience with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

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J2W:CB Exp. 05/27/13]]>Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Las-Vegas-Account-Executive-Job-NV-89044/2437426/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Las-Vegas-Account-Executive-Job-NV-89044/2437426/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Account Executive
Published Division/Department: US Sales
Requisition #: 5893
State/Province/County: Utah
City: Salt Lake City
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 60% - 70%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

Through effective relationships, the Account Executive is accountable for providing educational content solutions that meet the needs of school districts in an assigned territory.

Job Responsibilities:

* Designs strategies that address customer needs and issues while meeting assigned quota; targets and prioritizes accounts and activities; analyzes competitors’ activities and adjusts appropriately; utilizes area, national and Per Diem resources effectively.
* Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps.
* Reads the market, recognizes trends, and communicates that information to the Area Management; Demonstrates knowledge of account history, the processes and procedures specific to each district, and the key issues for each account.
* Responds to customer requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern; Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer;
* Provides timely and complete information needed for consultants and outside resources to perform effectively in the territory; Uses voicemail and email appropriately; Updates Salesforce.com regularly.
* Knowledge of each curriculum area to converse comfortably with customers and understand their needs; effectively communicates the major features, advantages, and benefits of each product; Displays a thorough knowledge of state and local adoption timelines in order to be at the right place at the right time.

Requirements
* This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s desirable)
* Sales experience preferred with a proven track record in meeting quota. Educational/Technology sales experience and teaching skills are desirable
* The ability to lift up to 60 pounds
* Proficient in MS Office and Sales Management Software
* Requires heavy travel – driving and air travel 60-70%

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

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J2W:CB Exp. 07/27/13]]>Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Salt-Lake-City-Account-Executive-Job-UT-84101/2587934/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Salt-Lake-City-Account-Executive-Job-UT-84101/2587934/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Sales Representative (Asia)
Published Division/Department: Sales Operations
Requisition #: 5853
State/Province/County: Singapore
City: Singapore
Country: Singapore
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

As a Sales Representative in the International Team you will be responsible for maintaining and growing revenue across your assigned territory.

Reporting directly to the Sales Manager, you will manage a portfolio of accounts (i.e. schools etc.) in your assigned territory.

As a Sales Representative, you will work closely alongside the business development team to help develop a pipeline of opportunities (recorded in SFDC) offering broad solutions to Ministries of Education, private & public school systems, inside sales, channel partners and distributors in your assigned territory.

The Sales Representative will play a key role in the management and development of the territory in order to maximize revenue opportunities in the territory.

Duties & Responsibilities

* Identify, evaluate and close specific sales opportunities that will drive sustainable business growth across the territory.
* Identify, build, and manage long term relationships with strategic partners in the industry.
* Identify, build and maintain exceptional business relationships with key public and private sector educational stakeholders.
* Manage and develop broader relationships with existing partners, agents and resellers in the territory
* Initiate and complete proposals, presentations, terms and conditions, negotiations and execution for the acquisition of opportunities.
* Identify and analyze opportunities in the region in relation to HMH products, services and solutions
* Effectively develop and deliver sales presentations.
* Work with the Sales Director to identify and evaluate new markets for existing services, and other development and marketing partnership opportunities.
* Partner with our HMH business development team in the region to leverage embedded group relationships and networks.
* Making sales calls to schools within assigned territory
* Developing relationships with supervisors and teachers
* Presenting our materials to groups and in one-on-one meetings
* Organizing sales campaigns
* Coordinating implementation and in-service for adopting districts

Skills and Experience:

Essential

* 2-3 years proven sales experience, with strong negotiation skills
* Strong communication and presentation Skills
* Effective influencing skills
* Knowledge of the technology, education or publishing sectors
* A driven, hard working and creative thinker who will act on market requirements
* Experience establishing and managing relationships throughout the industry, at all levels
* Solution orientated approach to sales
* Ability to identify growth opportunities
* Fluent English

* Proficiency with technology and computer literacy required. Notably MS Desktop or equivalent; Collaborative tools i.e. Webex; CRM i.e. salesforce.com

Highly Desirable

* Qualified to Degree level in a relevant discipline
* Fluency in a second language
* In-depth knowledge of Education industry
* Experience in account management

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is committed to a comprehensive policy of Equal Opportunities and we aim to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees

Requirements:
Skills and Experience:

Essential

* 2-3 years proven sales experience, with strong negotiation skills
* Strong communication and presentation Skills
* Effective influencing skills
* Knowledge of the technology, education or publishing sectors
* A driven, hard working and creative thinker who will act on market requirements
* Experience establishing and managing relationships throughout the industry, at all levels
* Solution orientated approach to sales
* Ability to identify growth opportunities
* Fluent English

* Proficiency with technology and computer literacy required. Notably MS Desktop or equivalent; Collaborative tools i.e. Webex; CRM i.e. salesforce.com

Highly Desirable

* Qualified to Degree level in a relevant discipline
* Fluency in a second language
* In-depth knowledge of Education industry
* Experience in account management

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is committed to a comprehensive policy of Equal Opportunities and we aim to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees]]>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Singapore-Sales-Representative-%28Asia%29-Job/2571668/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Singapore-Sales-Representative-%28Asia%29-Job/2571668/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS