Project Manager 3 Scrum Master

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.

Mechanicsville, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Backlog Prioritization, Business Analysis, Business Practices, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Interpersonal Skills, Kanban, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Server, Organizational Skills, Product Backlog, Product Demonstration, Productivity Management, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, ScrumMaster, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, Standup Meetings, Team Building
LOCATION
Mechanicsville, VA
POSTED
4 days ago
•Drives consistent project delivery through the entire project lifecycle, including: project plans, release plans, resource allocation, and management of project risks, scope, schedule, and delivery of value.
•Coordinates Agile Ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Demos, Story Refinement, and Release Planning.
•Tracks and communicates project's progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the project team, stakeholders, and management.
•Establishes an environment where the teams can be effective and helps removing obstacles.
•Protects the team from outside interruptions and distractions.
•Ensures a good relationship between the team and product owner as well as others outside the team.
•Tracks and reports team velocity and other project metrics.
•Promotes continuous improvement and helps teams to increase productivity.
•Helps Product Owner and team with Product backlog management.
•Ensures the teams are practicing core Agile principles.
•Adheres to VDOT and VITA project management practices as defined.
•Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
•Solid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
•Ability to work with customers, understand their business practices and manage their expectations.
•Ability to set clear performance standards and hold team members accountable, while keeping team engaged and on track.
•Ability to help Product Owners to create and prioritize Product Backlog.
•Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
•Strong analytical, organizational and decision-making skills.
•Ability to analyze and document business and system processes.
•Ability to balance the competing demands for quality, scope, schedule, and cost.
•Well-versed with Scrum and Kanban Agile methodologies.
•PMP and CSM Certifications required.
•SAFe Certification preferred.
•Experience with SAFe framework is a plus.
SkillsRequiredRequired ExperienceCandidate ExperienceLast Used
Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI)Required   
Solid understanding of software development life cycle modelsRequired10 Years
Solid understanding of Scrum / Kanban Agile Methodology and working experience in this areaRequired5 Years
Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team buildingRequired8 Years
CSM certification required. Please upload a copy of certification here.Required   
Experience using SAFe FrameworkDesired   
Hands-on experience with MS Project or Project Server Subscription Edition (PSSE)Required3 Years
 
DescriptionQuestionsAnswers
Question 1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement? 
Question 2Please list candidate's email address. 
Question 3In what city and state does your candidate PERMANENTLY reside? 
Question 4Does your candidate have a current PMP certification from PMI OR a PM certification from VITA (no other certifications are accepted)? Please upload a copy of the PMP certification, in order to be considered. 
Question 5Does your candidate have a current CSM certification? Please upload a copy of the CSM certification. 
Question 6Is candidate willing and able to work onsite at Client Location in Richmond, VA whenever requested? NO exception 
Question 7Has candidate been submitted to previous Client PM Scrum Master reqs? We need NEW candidates ONLY. 
Question 8How soon after an offer can your candidate start? 

About the Company

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22nd Century Technologies, Inc.

22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.

Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
https://www.tscti.com/careers-0