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Project Manager Scrum Master
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Agile Leadership & Scrum Master Responsibilities:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives) for Agile teams.</li><li>Coach and mentor development teams on Agile practices, ensuring the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile methodologies.</li><li>Act as a servant leader to remove obstacles and resolve issues that impede the team’s progress.</li><li>Support Product Owners in managing product backlogs and ensuring that work items are clearly defined, prioritized, and understood.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment of Agile projects with business goals and objectives.</li><li>Track and report on team performance, progress, and velocity metrics to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Project Management & Program Oversight:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Manage and oversee multiple Agile projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.</li><li>Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring optimal team productivity and efficiency.</li><li>Support the creation of a Program Management Office (PMO) to standardize and optimize project management processes across the organization.</li><li>Define and implement best practices for project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management to ensure projects are aligned with organizational strategy and business priorities.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Stakeholder Management & Communication:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, including business leaders, team members, and external partners.</li><li>Ensure effective communication and collaboration between cross-functional teams, fostering a transparent and open work environment.</li><li>Report on project and program status, risks, issues, and achievements to IT Project Manager and to executive leadership and key stakeholders when applicable.</li><li>Conduct regular project reviews to ensure alignment with business objectives and adjust project scope as necessary.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Continuous Improvement & Best Practice Implementation:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Drive a culture of continuous improvement within teams and across the organization by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing solutions.</li><li>Champion the use of Agile tools and techniques to improve workflow, increase efficiency, and enhance team performance.</li><li>Establish and maintain a robust feedback loop with all teams to gather insights and optimize workflows.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>PMO Establishment & Governance:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Support the design and implementation of the PMO, establishing frameworks, processes, and guidelines for efficient project delivery.</li><li>Create standardized templates, workflows, and reporting structures to ensure consistent project execution.</li><li>Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess project health and program success.</li><li>Align PMO goals with organizational objectives, ensuring that projects support the overall strategic direction of the business.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).</li><li>Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification (e.g., PMI-ACP, SAFe, etc.).</li><li>Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Scrum Master and/or Project Manager roles with a focus on Agile methodologies.</li><li>Proven experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.</li><li>Excellent leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills with the ability to inspire teams to perform at their best.</li><li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous improvement.</li><li>Proficiency with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Microsoft Project, etc.).</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.</li><li>Experience with large-scale Agile transformations and implementing Agile at an enterprise level.</li><li>Knowledge of other project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, PRINCE2) is a plus.</li><li>Experience with organizational change management initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Jersey City, NJ
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 51.46 - 59.59 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Agile Leadership & Scrum Master Responsibilities:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives) for Agile teams.</li><li>Coach and mentor development teams on Agile practices, ensuring the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile methodologies.</li><li>Act as a servant leader to remove obstacles and resolve issues that impede the team’s progress.</li><li>Support Product Owners in managing product backlogs and ensuring that work items are clearly defined, prioritized, and understood.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment of Agile projects with business goals and objectives.</li><li>Track and report on team performance, progress, and velocity metrics to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Project Management & Program Oversight:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Manage and oversee multiple Agile projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.</li><li>Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring optimal team productivity and efficiency.</li><li>Support the creation of a Program Management Office (PMO) to standardize and optimize project management processes across the organization.</li><li>Define and implement best practices for project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management to ensure projects are aligned with organizational strategy and business priorities.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Stakeholder Management & Communication:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, including business leaders, team members, and external partners.</li><li>Ensure effective communication and collaboration between cross-functional teams, fostering a transparent and open work environment.</li><li>Report on project and program status, risks, issues, and achievements to IT Project Manager and to executive leadership and key stakeholders when applicable.</li><li>Conduct regular project reviews to ensure alignment with business objectives and adjust project scope as necessary.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Continuous Improvement & Best Practice Implementation:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Drive a culture of continuous improvement within teams and across the organization by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing solutions.</li><li>Champion the use of Agile tools and techniques to improve workflow, increase efficiency, and enhance team performance.</li><li>Establish and maintain a robust feedback loop with all teams to gather insights and optimize workflows.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>PMO Establishment & Governance:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Support the design and implementation of the PMO, establishing frameworks, processes, and guidelines for efficient project delivery.</li><li>Create standardized templates, workflows, and reporting structures to ensure consistent project execution.</li><li>Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess project health and program success.</li><li>Align PMO goals with organizational objectives, ensuring that projects support the overall strategic direction of the business.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-10-22T11:44:18Z

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