Scrum Master

Job Description: Scrum MasterLocation: Jackson, MI (Hybrid)Duration: 12+ MonthsLocal to Jackson, MI on W2.Specific Accountabilities:Serve as a servant leader and Agile coach for one or two cross-functional teams.Facilitate Scrum and Kanban ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives, and backlog refinement sessions.Guide teams in adopting Agile values, principles, and best practices to improve delivery, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Monitor team progress and proactively identify, track, and help resolve risks, dependencies, and impediments.Foster a culture of self-organization, accountability, innovation, and high performance.Coach individuals, teams, and stakeholders to advance Agile maturity and organizational agility.Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and refine product backlogs and prioritize work.Maintain and update Azure DevOps (ADO) release plans and Agile planning artifacts.Perform monthly budgeting and forecasting activities.Update project management plans and timesheet task assignments.Prepare and deliver project status updates, metrics, and presentations to leadership and stakeholders.Support effective communication and coordination across business and technology teams.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Advanced knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and Agile methodologies.Strong understanding of Agile values, principles, frameworks, and delivery practices.Experience facilitating backlog refinement and Agile planning activities.Proven ability to coach and develop high-performing teams using servant leadership techniques.Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.Ability to build trust and foster effective working relationships with team members and stakeholders.Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), IT processes, and project delivery methodologies.Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar Agile management tools preferred.Strong organizational, budgeting, forecasting, and project coordination skills.Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.Adaptability, business acumen, and political awareness.Business Analysis experience and utility industry knowledge are preferred.Remarks:Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field required.Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent Agile certification preferred.Additional Agile, Project Management, or Business Analysis certifications are a plus.An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.