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Scrum Master
Candidate must have or be willing to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Key Tasks (Major duties and responsibilities of the position):
· Facilitate Scrum ceremonies.
· Guide and coach the Scrum Team on how to use Agile practices and principles to deliver high-quality products and services.
· Facilitate Scrum events including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective.
· Remove Scrum Team impediments to progress.
· Ensure a proper flow of communication between the Scrum Team and external stakeholders, translating and negotiating requirements as needed.
· Encourage and lead the team in continuous improvement practices; suggesting and championing changes that increase productivity and quality.
· Monitor project progress and performance through the use of Agile metrics and tools.
· Report team progress and successes to facilitate transparency.
· Assist the Product Manager in managing the product backlog effectively, ensuring it is properly refined and prioritized based on the overarching project goals and customer needs.
Required Skills:
Proven experience:
· Minimum of 3 years of experience leading Scrum Teams on a Federal Healthcare IT project.
· Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
· Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
· Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
· Proficient with Agile project management tools.
Desired Skills:
Proven experience with:
· Certified Scrum Master (CSM) required
· Advanced and/or additional Scrum Master certifications desired (e.g., Professional Scrum Master, SAFe Scrum Master, etc.)
Required Education / Certifications
· Computer Science degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a related major
DCCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.