Enterprise Project Manager

The following are required for bid submission:

• Resume
• R2R
• Cover Letter
• Meets Work Location

Position Description

• Please ensure you attach the SC Cover Sheet (attached) a valid Right to Represent and the candidates resume with full legal first name and last name.
• The State of South Carolina is looking for an Enterprise Project Manager - Consultant (Scrum Master)
• Why is this position open: New position due to need of a SCRUM master to facilitate the application of Scrum agile processes with project and/or operational teams.
• Interview Process: One Round of Virtual Interviews
• Duration of the Contract: 12 Months
• Possibility for Extension: Yes
• Work Location: Fully Onsite. No remote work allowed.
• Candidate location: Candidate MUST be a SC resident or willing to relocate to SC prior to starting the role at their own expense.
• Full job description attached and required and preferred skills are listed below.

Required Skills

• 3 Years of Experience as a Scrum Master
• 3 Years of Experience with Azure DevOps
• 3 Years of Experience with Leading Scrum Ceremonies.
• 3 Years of Experience with DB Querying and Programming
• 3 Years of Experience with Agile Project Management Tools
• 3 Years of Experience with hybrid project management (Agile combined with Waterfall)
• Education: Bachelors Degree - field of study is open but the degree must be complete and verifiable

Preferred Skills

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Certification in Agile methodologies like Professional Scrum Master (PSM).
• Government Experience
• ERP Experience

Why is this position open (new role increased work load new dept resignation promotion)

• This is a new position. We need a SCRUM master to facilitate the application of Scrum agile processes with project and/or operational teams.

Scope of the project:

• The South carolina department of administration division of enterprise applications is seeking an experienced scrum master to guide daily activities.
• As a Scrum master you will facilitate and coordinate Agile Scrum processes within our organization ensuring the team can work collaboratively and efficiently to deliver high-quality solutions.
• This position is responsible for removing impediments and facilitating Scrum ceremonies to include daily standups sprint planning backlog refinement and sprint retrospectives. You will work closely with the product owners stakeholders and product development teams to ensure that the work progresses on schedule within budget and to the desired level of quality. Additionally you will serve as a coach and mentor to our team helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring that the team is meeting its objectives consistently.
• Pre-employment Checks (drug credit criminal motor vehicle)
• DRUG DRIVING CREDIT CRIMINAL E-VERIFY SLED

Daily Duties / Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Scrum activities such as daily stand-up meetings sprint planning sprint review and sprint retrospective. Ensure team follows Scrum framework and agile principles.
• Promote continuous improvement through retrospective and feedback sessions.
• Communicate project status risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Track KPIs and help teams deliver high-quality products/solutions on time.

Additional Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Agile Scrum principles and practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Required Education/Certifications:

• Bachelors degree

Preferred Education/Certifications:

• Certification in agile methodologies such as certified scrum master or professional scrum master