Remote Scrum Master

Summary

IT Concepts Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager with Scrum experience to join their team supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs client. The candidate should have 5+ years of hands-on IT project management experience, be skilled in managing software development projects, and have excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Scrum Master, including Scrum Master certification
• Experience with Agile development methodologies, such as SAFe. SAFe certifications are a plus
• 5+ years of hands-on IT project management experience with a complete understanding of the development lifecycle
• 5+ years of experience working with business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; must provide examples if chosen for an interview
• Experience facilitating Scrum/Agile/SAFe events and team meetings
• Must have experience in clinical project management and/or healthcare IT systems
• Experience writing requirements documents, Epics, User Stories, feature canvases, and feature specifications
• Must be willing and able to learn new things, such as creating metrics to measure the project performance and value to the organization
• Ensure all documentation complies with project management standards used by the client
• Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross-functional environment
• Proven ability to communicate directly with clients and provide program activities
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective
• Must have experience with Jira as a user and owner of a project, the ability to modify workflows and create custom reports using Jira is a plus
• Expert user of MS Office Suite, including SharePoint site creation and SharePoint lists, MS forms, workflows, and MS Teams

Responsibilities

• Prepare lean business cases, feature canvases, feature specifications, and feature performance dashboards
• Provide guidance and recommendations in transitioning to SAFe methodology to deliver Integrated Health Practice solutions
• Serve as a scrum master on the Agile Release Train (ART)
• Define and deliver metrics for the ART performance
• Assist agile teams in understanding SAFe and Agile methodology, processes, artifacts, and ceremonies
• Prepare management reports and presentations
• Prepare standard project documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures, define requirements and scope documents, and define roles and responsibilities
• Collaborate with other project leads to ensure resources are fully utilized

Preferred Qualifications

VA experience

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Resources Coverage
• 401(k) with company matching with NO vesting period
• ITC Health benefits have a $0 premium for certain plans for eligible employees
• Education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development
• Funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations
• Charity galas/events