Scrum Master, Project Manager

Summary

Join American College of Education (ACE) as a Project Manager and lead cross-functional teams in delivering impactful business solutions using Scrum Agile methodology. You will manage multiple large-scale projects, ensuring successful execution and client satisfaction. This role requires 7-10 years of project management experience, Scrum Master certification, and strong analytical and communication skills. ACE offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and more. The position is remote, requiring a minimum internet speed of 50Mbps download and 5Mbps upload. Candidates must embrace ACE's B Corp mission and commitment to social responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of relevant education and experience
• 3-5 years Scrum Master experience with SCRUM certifications
• 7-10 years of experience in Project Management or related fields (Program Management, Project Management, Business Analysis, Quality Assurance & Process Management)
• Experience with multiple project management techniques, including agile process with SCRUM implementation frameworks
• Thorough understanding of IT service offerings, technical preferences, and technical direction
• Elevated level of expertise with Azure DevOps setup
• Ability to Coach and “lead by example” the breakdown of business needs into EPIC, Features and User Stories
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with audience in perspective
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of business principles, processes, and technology
• Demonstrated organizational and matrix-leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of Teams, Word, Excel, OneNote, Visio, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent collaborator able to work with virtual and global cross functional teams
• Experience with systems and business processes to support new product introductions
• Knowledge of multiple existing Scrum Agile frameworks and project management methodology
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excels at time management
• Strong analytical, budgetary, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage and lead a dynamic project team
• Experience with a PPM solution
• Have expert knowledge and ability to identify opportunities for change and the ability to convey the need for change to IT management

Responsibilities

• Use Scrum Agile Framework to implement solutions for the ACE user community by initiating, planning, organizing, executing, monitoring, and controlling multiple large-scale inter-departmental software technology and high-level infrastructure projects
• Manage the day-to-day operation of multiple agile teams and tactical aspects of multiple large-scale projects
• Implement engagement review and quality procedures in accordance with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) methodology as well as the Scrum Agile framework to ensure successful execution and completion of projects as measured by department goals and customer satisfaction standards
• Effectively manage scope and mitigate risk and issues across all projects
• Determine appropriate budgetary designs, ensure accurate invoicing, and effectively monitor all projects
• Monitor and measure the agile scrum teams and project progress, taking corrective actions when necessary to ensure that the project objectives are achieved
• Assist management to lead and facilitate the project team, while maintaining accurate project documentation
• Disseminate information and communication plans to the product owners, project stakeholders and sponsors promptly
• Provide timelines and status reports as required for project team members and project sponsors
• Formalize acceptance of project results to bring the project to an orderly and timely close
• Proactively seek and confront risk and issues openly and quickly, while effectively communicating relevant project/practice information to IT management as needed
• Assist management to determine new, creative ways to employ teams on projects, distribute responsibilities, share lessons learned, and implement industry best practices
• Recognize areas for internal improvement and work with management to develop plans for implementation
• Meet financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing budgets, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action to control budget overages
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in high growth small-midsize companies, preferably in Higher Education

Benefits

• Medical, dental, & vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement & reduction programs
• Generous PTO
• 401k and employer match
• Full-service wellness and EAP program
• Employee recognition and awards programs
• Employer paid life & AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability
• Employer paid long-term disability