IT Concepts is hiring a
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