Wednesday, April 3, 2013

( ONLINE/WEB Analytics Intern ) ( Senior Technical Writer ) ( Web Developer ) ( Graphic Designer - Web & Digital ) ( Technical Writer ) ( Apprentice Business Analyst ) ( Schools Specialist ) ( Senior Associate - Mathematics Education ) ( Senior Associate - Special Education )


ONLINE/WEB Analytics Intern

Details: Other Locations:  IL-Chicago Primary Duties:   ONLINE/WEB Analytics Internship The Cengage Learning Student Services division supports several award-winning sites that serve millions of visitors from around the world.  Questia.com and encyclopedia.com help students find relevant, credible information to support academic research.  Cengagebrain.com allows students to purchase and rent textbooks and supplemental learning materials at a discount compared to on-campus bookstores.  Ed2go.com offers hundreds of online courses, allowing students to prepare for a new career or increase their subject-matter knowledge. This internship is intended to expose a current college student to the field of web analytics.  The analytics intern will play a role in improving the company’s success by providing analytics support to all areas of the business, such as product and marketing, with the goal of maximizing revenue. Responsibilities/Duties Understanding general site usage and behavior, and how that usage generates revenue Producing standardized, scheduled reporting, as well as ad hoc reporting related to site usage, changes to the website, testing, etc. Communicating results of analyses to decision-makers Requirements Interest in learning more about the internet industry and web analytics Strong stats and analytical skills Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, team environment Ability to manage multiple commitments and meet deadlines, while remaining detail-oriented Proficient in Microsoft Excel High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred Current course study in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics or related field Previous internship or work experience Experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Access   Cengage Learning is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and retaining a talented and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

Senior Technical Writer

Details: Senior Technical WriterAre you a Senior Technical Writer looking for a new position in Columbia, SC? Do you want to work with a company that prides itself on delivering quality services and conducting business in a straightforward and ethical manner? If so, this is just the opportunity for you!TM Floyd & Company is hiring a Senior Technical Writer to create documentation for projects of large scope and technical complexity to meet company standards. In addition, this position will be responsible for:Gathering technical and functional information from quality analysts, software engineers, and software architects as well as researching functional and technical specificationsPreparing and maintaining installation, user/release notes, user documentation, systems, products and services documentation, publications, and proceduresResearching, outlining, and preparing complex written text that is technically and grammatically accurate and conforms to the company's writing styleAnalyzing documentation defect corrections related to assigned functional/technical area and ensuring updates are implementedWorking with the technical publications team to identify gaps and inconsistencies in existing documentationContributing to documentation standards for the technical publications teamAnalyzing documentation procedures and work products and recommending improvementsRequired SkillsBachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, or Business, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat and Distiller, and MadCap FlareWorking knowledge of tools such as Visio, XML/HTML, Captivate, and Dreamweaver#CBTo ApplyE-mail your resume to .Please be sure to include the job title, location, and req ID of the opportunity in which you are interested in your e-mail.Each submitted resume will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be promptly contacted by a recruiter. Please be sure your resume appropriately identifies and details your experience with the required skills and software. If you do not receive confirmation of receipt of your resume within 48 hrs, please email us at from outside this site or call 800-780-1170/803-765-1310.For more than 30 years, TM Floyd & Company has provided information technology and subject matter consulting services to payers and providers in the healthcare industry and carriers and vendors in the property & casualty industry.Depending on the length of an assignment, TM Floyd & Company offers its employees a generous array of benefits, including medical and dental insurance, flexible spending/Section 125 account, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, 401K with company match, and paid time off.We also offer a referral bonus of $1,000 for any individual you refer to us, who completes 315 billable hours (approximately two months).TM Floyd & Company participates in E-VERIFY.AAP, EEO, DVH

Web Developer

Details: Our people make Progressive a successful, forward-moving organization. We continuously revolutionize the insurance industry with our innovative services and use of technology. At Progressive, you will have extensive career path opportunities and the chance to work in a diverse, dynamic atmosphere. Come join a team of enthusiastic people who change the insurance industry one big idea at a time. Recently awarded the Standard of Excellence from Web Marketing Association for our agency-focused website, Progressive is a company that will also recognize and embrace your creativity.Web DeveloperAs a Web Developer, you'll have the advantage of becoming a part of an ambitious team, while also working closely with our savvy IT professionals to develop cutting-edge websites for our employees. You'll research and investigate user needs, design web pages, test designs and work with editing tools like HTML to make your designs accessible on various technologies. Creating materials from web training to online interactive tools, you'll impact how our employees learn about Progressive on a daily basis.Knowledge, Skills and Experience: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience * 3-5 years visual web design experience and 2 – 4 years of project management experience* Exceptional knowledge of SharePoint, HTML and CSS code* The ability to define workflow, navigation and architecture of new sites* Proficient in the following technologies and software: XHTML, CSS, .ASP, JavaScript, Photoshop, Visio, PowerPoint * Strong communication skills, verbal, written, listening and strong relationship building skillsWhat Progressive Offers:* Gainshare bonus (Gainshare is a bonus program given to all employees based on company profitability)* 401k plan* Ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement* Award winning, supportive environment with Employee Resource Groups* On-site clinical care and fitness center * Tuition reimbursement* Child care subsidy * Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits Progressive is a place where you are celebrated for the person you are, the ideas you bring and the energy you invest. Apply now and find out what it's like to be a part of this exceptional group of collegial individuals. Once you complete your application, you can monitor your status in the hiring process by logging into your profile. A representative from our Talent Advisor Group will be in touch if you are under consideration and moving forward in the process. As part of our hiring process, candidates must pass a comprehensive background check. Some positions require licensing, which will impact background check requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer. #vfj-11-11#

Graphic Designer - Web & Digital

Details: Want more than just a job? Join Forever 21’s Global Creative Department and showcase your passion for fashion while working with our exceptional team!Position: Graphic Designer (Web & Digital)Department: Global CreativeReports to: Direct Reports: NoFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: 3880 N Mission Los Angeles, CA 90031Department Summary: Forever 21 is seeking innovative, energetic, and passionate team member to add to our Global Creative department.Job Purpose: The Graphic Designer is responsible for assisting the E-Commerce department by creating assets used in online marketing campaigns, ensuring that each asset meets or exceeds the standards for overall design, layout and typography.  The Graphic Designer is also tasked with maintaining the usability of Forever 21’s online marketplace.Deliverables:• Create the assets for Forever 21 web & mobile campaigns aimed at promoting new trends • Maintain the usability of the E-commerce website, looking for ways to improve the user’s overall experience.• Create interactive assets that will interest and engage Forever 21 customers in the online market place • Collaborate with international teams on campaigns, ensuring timely delivery of all required assets  • Review all assets, ensuring the proper placement, grammar, and typography• Explore concept and design development, looking for improvement to the overall design of online assets • Ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned by management

Technical Writer

Details: Public Consulting Group, Inc. (PCG) provides management consulting and technology services to help public sector education, health, human services, and other government clients achieve their performance goals and better serve populations in need. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PCG has more than 1,100 professionals in offices around the U.S. and Canada, along with a growing presence in the European Union. The firm draws on more than two decades of consulting to public sector clients in all 50 states and Canada to deliver best-practice solutions and measurable results to state and local public agencies, state-operated facilities, and private providers that do business with government agencies. PCG is committed to a diverse workforce which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve. Our organizational culture attracts and rewards people who are results-oriented and interested in making an immediate impact on their community as well as their own career. � The Technical Writer will serve as an active team player, working closely with the project manager, business analysts, and other members of the project team.� The Technical Writer is accountable for documentation of standard business processes and procedures, maintaining project documentation and minutes, and producing training materials and end-user communications. Additional responsibilities include maintaining records and files of work and revisions; editing, standardizing, and/or making changes to material prepared by other writers or program personnel; organizing materials and completing writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology. Minimum skills and knowledge include excellent technical writing skills and ability to peer review technical documents for grammar, content, and style of writing. Individuals with experience working with large state human service agencies or with experience using Microsoft Team Foundation Server or Adobe Captivate are particularly encouraged to apply.PCG is an AA/EEO/VEVRAA employer

Apprentice Business Analyst

Details: Public Consulting Group, Inc. (PCG) provides management consulting and technology services to help public sector education, health, human services, and other government clients achieve their performance goals and better serve populations in need. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PCG has more than 1,100 professionals in 44 offices around the U.S. and Canada, along with a growing presence in the European Union. The firm draws on more than two decades of consulting to public sector clients in all 50 states and Canada to deliver best-practice solutions and measurable results to state and local public agencies, state-operated facilities, and private providers that do business with government agencies. PCG is committed to a diverse workforce which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve. Our organizational culture attracts and rewards people who are results-oriented and interested in making an immediate impact on their community as well as their own career. � PCG looks for highly talented, motivated and results-oriented recent college graduates with drive, determination and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment to enter into its apprentice business analyst (ABA) Program. The ABA Program is the foundation for learning how to be a consultant at PCG. Throughout the two year program, you build your skills by working alongside talented senior consulting staff. You work on a variety of challenging assignments in our different practice areas to assist public sector clients achieve their performance goals and better serve populations in need. Your growth is supported by a Practice Area Manager who provides guidance and monitors your involvement with project assignments. You also select a mentor who guides you on how to be a successful PCG consultant. Our team is dedicated to ensuring ABAs build a solid foundation for success through serving a diverse client base, playing an integral role on our project teams, and partaking in performance development activities. Our apprentice Program will push you to fulfill your potential.  ABA Consumer Direct Overall Responsibilities: The ABA position in our Consumer Directed Services Practice Area (PPL) revolves around technology, policy and financial management functions. ABAs work as part of a team to provide superior service to large State Public Sector Medicaid programs in the areas of Consumer Directed Services, Money Follows the Person, and Consumer Directed Services Programs with Veterans This includes working on projects including systems, provider and consumer/employer enrollment, financial management services, and customer services. PCG seeks self-starters who can quickly learn our web-based technologies and lead clients through the implementation and training processes. Overall Responsibilities: Learning web-based technologies and leading clients through implementation and training processes. State Public Sector Medicaid programs in the areas of Consumer Directed Services, Money Follows the Person, and Consumer Directed Services Programs with Veterans This includes working on projects including systems, provider and consumer/employer enrollment, financial management services, and customer services. Assisting with the preparation of materials for training seminars. Participating on proposal development teams, including writing sections, coordinating efforts and preparing proposal submissions. Developing presentations for and attending conferences/seminars. Coordinating project requirements and client expectations. Preparing and presenting written status reports for clients. Conducting policy and other research. Defining, documenting and improving business processes. Gathering and analyzing data. Providing project management support to Consultants and Managers. Strong analytical, interpersonal, organizational, research, presentation, time management, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills. A detail oriented problem solving approach to business issues. Flexibility and willingness to embrace change. Self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity. Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current business issues. Proven ability to take initiative and move daily work forward. Good judgment in completing tasks and in seeking guidance when needed. A commitment to deliver exceptional client service and contribute in a team environment. Workload and travel flexibility based on client and team needs.

Schools Specialist

Details: Public Consulting Group, Inc. (PCG) provides management consulting and technology services to help public sector education, health, human services, and other government clients achieve their performance goals and better serve populations in need. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PCG has more than 1,100 professionals in 44 offices around the U.S. and Canada, along with a growing presence in the European Union. The firm draws on more than two decades of consulting to public sector clients in all 50 states and Canada to deliver best-practice solutions and measurable results to state and local public agencies, state-operated facilities, and private providers that do business with government agencies. PCG is committed to a diverse workforce which is a reflection of our clients and the people they serve. Our organizational culture attracts and rewards people who are results-oriented and interested in making an immediate impact on their community as well as their own career. Schools Specialists work in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a growing team consisting of consulting and operations staff. Our teams goal is to provide superior service to our school districts in the areas of special education management systems, federal claiming, and other school-based revenue programs. The schools specialist position requires a self-starter who can quickly learn our web-based technologies, adapt to ever-changing market conditions, and lead clients through the implementation and training process. This position focuses on customer service to respond to inquiries and questions from school districts; and to train school district staff on web-based technology applications and services. The schools specialist analyzes information provided by school districts and conveys issues to PCG software developers to improve existing technology applications. The ideal candidate for this position will be adaptable, flexible, enthusiastic, and have the ability to manage multiple tasks or clients at one time. Specific Responsibilities: Answer inquiries from system users using multiple forms of communication. Assist school districts in submitting electronic data and uploading the data into our system. Test the functionality of newly released applications. Train school district users on web-based applications and system updates. Write technical specifications. Interface with developers and multiple levels of clients. Understand state and federal education/special education requirements. Excellent ability to build and maintain new and existing business relationships with clients by providing prompt and accurate service Strong attention to detail Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral presentation and written communication skills Proficiency in MS Office products, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word Ability to learn complex systems.PCG is an AA/EEO/VEVRAA employer

Senior Associate - Mathematics Education

Details: PCGs Education Content Consulting team helps educators work with PCGs Education Content Consulting team helps educators work with standards, assessments, curricula, effective instructional practices, and differentiation so that students can apply knowledge to new situations as well as reason and communicate information in complex ways. We help educational leaders learn how to use data wisely to make decisions and provide high quality professional development and coaching for K-12 teachers and administrators. Specific Responsibilities Senior Associates who focus on Mathematics Education are energetic, optimistic individuals who work well both independently and as part of a team. They play key roles on project teams that work with school and district educators to improve student achievement through a focus on effective mathematics teaching and learning. Senior associates will: Design and deliver in person and online professional development workshops and courses for K-12 teachers and administrators Engage clients in the development and delivery of high quality mathematics programs and services, including Common Core implementation, RtI systems, and STEM initiatives Design and implement initiatives at the district, regional or national level Build relationships and engage in networking activities, recognizing the importance of these activities to our clients Develop data collection instruments such as observation, interview, and focus group protocols and online surveys to support mathematics program evaluation and action planning. Prepare and deliver reports that present data and actionable recommendations to improve school and district mathematics programs Provide instructional coaching that supports teachers to facilitate effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 mathematics instruction Identify opportunities for new work and write proposals in response to specified needs and conditions This position can be based out of any of PCGs Southeastern offices or potentially remotely. Candidate must be willing to travel extensively throughout Southeast region offices if working remotely.PCG is an AA/EEO/VEVRa employer

Senior Associate - Special Education

Details: PCGs Education Content Consulting team helps educators work with standards, assessments, curricula, effective instructional practices and differentiation so that students can apply knowledge to new situations as well as reason and communicate information in complex ways. The team helps educational leaders learn how to use data wisely to make decisions; and provides high quality professional development and coaching for K-12 teachers and administrators. � Specific Responsibilities PCG Senior Associates in Special Education should be an energetic, optimistic individuals who work well both independently and as part of a team to engage clients in the development and delivery of high quality special education programs and services.� Specific responsibilities include the following: Serve as a technical assistance provider to districts for the implementation of the Common Core State Standards for students with disabilities. Design and deliver in person and online professional development workshops and courses for K-12 teachers and administrators. Develop professional development tools, curriculum and other instructional resources to support access to the Common Core. Provide technical assistance to schools and districts implementing systemic approaches to Response to Instruction/ Intervention. Develop data collection instruments such as observation, interview, and focus group protocols and online surveys to support special education program evaluation and action planning. Prepare and deliver reports that present data and actionable recommendations to improve school and district special education programs Identify opportunities for new work and write proposals in response to specified needs and conditions Build relationships, and engage in networking activities and recognize the importance of these activities to our clients Travel extensively in Indiana and across the Midwest. Occasional national travel Qualifications: PCG seeks a Senior Associate for Special Education who has extensive background in K-12 special education and experience with systemic school and district improvement initiatives. Successful candidates possess teaching, coaching, and/or administrative experience at the elementary, middle, and/or secondary school level. PCGs Senior Associates are strong analytical thinkers with excellent writing and presentation skills and are highly committed to improving education through a focus on students with special needs. Knowledge of the Common Core State Standards (English and Math) are a must. � Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies and inclusive practices needed to appropriately support and move SWD to least restrictive environments (LRE).PCG is an AA/EEO/VEVRA employer.