Senior Agile Coach

Position : Senior Agile Coach

Location : Washington DC Onsite - Local DMV Required Only

Duration : Long term contract

MOI : In person interview

REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate shall possess the knowledge and skills set forth in the Technical Services BOA, Section 3.2.1.2 for labor category Senior/Executive Agile Coach.

The candidate shall also demonstrate the below knowledge and experience:

• At least seven (7) years of hands-on experience coaching Agile teams across various maturity levels in complex organizations. At least one of the following relevant certifications (e.g., ICAgile Certified Professional - Agile Coaching, Certified Scrum Professional, SAFe Practice Consultant, or equivalent) is required.
• Proven track record assessing team capabilities, creating effective coaching strategies, and driving measurable improvements in team performance and Agile maturity.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate organizational resistance and adapt coaching approaches to different team contexts.
• Experience working within established organizational playbooks and frameworks while introducing industry best practices. Government or highly regulated industry experience preferred.
• Experience with Jira for work management.

The Contractor shall deliver, but not limited to, the following:

• Team Maturity Advancement: Assess team maturity and create tailored coaching plans, guide teams through progressive capability building, and establish sustainable Agile practices within teams.
• Agile Practice Excellence: Coach teams on Scrum/Scrumban/Kanban events, artifacts, and roles, ensure teams apply Agile principles effectively (not just mechanically), and embed continuous improvement mindset and practices.
• Change Management & Resistance: Navigate team resistance to Agile adoption, build buy-in and engagement with new ways of working, and address mindset and cultural barriers to transformation.