K-12 Project Lead I bei Human Kinetics

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $49,000-$65,500, with an expected starting salary between $49,000-$58,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Human Kinetics is headquartered in Champaign, IL. This position is eligible for on-site, hybrid, or fully remote work. Remote workers may not reside in the following locations: CA, CO, Washington, D.C., HI, MA, Montgomery County, MD, MN, NM, NY, RI, & WA.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Applicants are not obligated to disclose expunged juvenile records of adjudication, arrest, or conviction as part of the application process.

*Learn more about our perks and benefits here: https://us.humankinetics.com/pages/human-kinetics-compensation-benefits-information

Human Kinetics is committed to building a more diverse workforce. We welcome BIPOC candidates and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.

Human Kinetics is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Human Kinetics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR at 217-403-7540.

Human Kinetics Compensation & Benefits Information

Our compensation philosophy is to value the contributions of all HK employees and to reward exceptional performance exceptionally. To do that, we provide a standard increase to all HK staff, and we award merit increases and bonuses to people who make extraordinary contributions to the work we do.

Job Summary:

The K-12 Project Lead I is responsible for overseeing the editorial, production, and e-learning workflow for assigned print and nonprint projects for the K-12 audience. They are responsible for managing these and other K-12 special projects through multiple processes across departments to ensure that all pieces are in place for the projects to move through efficiently and be released according to the quality, budget, and schedule expectations established by the Division. They develop a high-level understanding of HK systems and processes, as well as specialized knowledge of HK’s K-12 print, ebook, and ancillary processes, requirements, and content. The K-12 Project Lead I is responsible for establishing, documenting, and refining procedures related to unique K-12 workflows

Essential Functions

1. Collaborates with the Academic Editorial Director and staff in other departments to plan and track progress on K-12 projects, both assigned projects and projects assigned to others. Prepares meeting agendas and leads meetings with other Product Development staff as needed to track projects in process, monitor progress, and set priorities.
2. Regularly communicates project priority and status updates to key stakeholders, and works to prevent bottlenecks in the process so that target release timelines are met consistently. Maintains open lines of communication to anticipate, problem-solve, and resolve any potential issues that may cause delays or extra work. Seeks guidance from the Editorial Director, Division Director, and others as appropriate when problem solving or troubleshooting are needed.
3. Routinely completes project management responsibilities for K-12 print and nonprint projects, managing the project through internal stages across departments and acting as point of contact for outsourced projects. Ensures assigned projects meet the quality, budget, and schedule expectations established by the Acquisitions Editor.
4. Manages K-12 tasks and projects that have special requirements (e.g., packages, ancillary products, add-on lessons, Spanish language versions, creation of NIMAS files for the National Instructional Materials Access Center, obtaining Lexile text measures, specific school or district requests, accessibility-related requests), including collaborating with colleagues in other departments or with external publishing services companies, as needed, and modifying existing procedures or systems to best meet the needs of the project.
5. Acts as the ProdDev point person for assigned K-12 projects, collaborating with internal departments (acquisitions, editorial, production, e-learning, marketing, sales), authors, and external publishing services companies on scheduling, tracking, reviewing, and completing projects according to established procedures and timelines.
6. Contributes to HK’s profitability by working productively and ensuring project budgets and schedules are met. Suggests improvements to editorial processes or systems to increase efficiency and promote innovation. During periods of lighter workload, assists colleagues with tasks as needed.
7. Prepares complete project materials for internal colleagues, authors, or outsourcing partners at various project management stages according to established procedures as needed (such as copyediting prep, art transmittal, photo transmittal, permissions, and so on).
8. Ensures accurate art, photo, and permissions data are recorded according to established procedures so that reports are complete. Keeps the publication schedule updated with accurate schedule and project data.
9. Creates and maintains procedures for unique K-12 processes or workflows, including outsourced K-12 projects. Provides feedback about the quality of the work completed by non-HK freelancers and project managers.

Secondary Functions

1. As needed, applies knowledge of grammar, usage, and house and CMS style on assigned projects. This could include proofing artwork, covers, and other limited print and non-print project components for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to HK and project quality expectations.
   
   

Job Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma, or equivalent required, Bachelor's or advanced degree in language-related field or sport science field preferred.
• Knowledge of the rules of U.S. English grammar and style, Chicago Manual of Style or other style guide required. PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
  

Required Experience: 

• 5+ years’ experience managing complex details, projects, or processes in a publishing or other professional environment Proficiency with the complete Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat DC or Adobe Acrobat Standard
• Proficiency with publishing technology and productivity, collaboration, project management, and communication software tools

Preferred Experience:

• Work with freelancers or vendors
• Experience leading virtual meetings

Required Competencies

HK Values:

• Integrity
• Resourcefulness
• Effort
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Stewardship

Plus ProdDev Competencies:

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Attention to detail
• Computer literacy
• Decision making
• Financial awareness
• Functional expertise and usage
• Planning and organizing
• Quality orientation
• Results orientation
• Stress tolerance

Plus, for K-12 Project Leader I role:

• Conceptual thinking
• Continuous learning
• Initiative
• Interpersonal understanding
• Oral communication
• Organizational awareness
• Self-confidence
• Technology expertise and usage
• Written communication
• Customer focus
• Innovation orientation
• Strategic thinking
• Data gathering and analysis
• Leadership
• Negotiating

Job Demands:

• Office Equipment: Frequent computer use. Occasional use of telephone or copier.
• Mental Demands: Frequent problem-solving, organization, time-management, reading, and writing. Occasional decision making.
• Working Conditions: Indoor, office environment.
  
• Physical Demands: Frequent sitting, typing, and seeing. Occasional standing, walking, hearing and talking.
• Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.