Sr. PM

Sr. Project Manager - Agile Coach
Laptop Needed. Hybrid work candidate is required to be in the client office in Minneapolis 50% of time First few months, 2 weeks onsite and 2 weeks remote

Key Responsibilities:
1. SAFe Implementation:

• Lead the implementation of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) across the IT department.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive SAFe transformation plan tailored to the organization's needs.
• Facilitate the setup and operation of Agile Release Trains (ARTs).

2. Coaching and Training:

• Provide coaching to teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and leadership on Agile principles, practices, and SAFe methodologies.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on Agile and SAFe practices.
• Mentor and support team members to ensure successful adoption of Agile methodologies.

3. Agile Maturity Assessment:

• Assess the current state of Agile practices within the IT department.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance Agile maturity.
• Monitor progress and measure the impact of Agile transformation initiatives.

4. Process Improvement:

• Work closely with IT teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies and bottlenecks in current processes.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Facilitate retrospectives and feedback sessions to drive process enhancements.

5. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to align Agile transformation efforts with business goals and objectives.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and successes of the Agile transformation to all levels of the organization.

6. Change Management:

• Develop and implement change management strategies to support the adoption of Agile practices.
• Address resistance to change and foster a positive Agile mindset throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Agile Coach with a focus on SAFe implementation in large organizations.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe. SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certification is required.
• Excellent coaching, mentoring, and training skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in a related field. Additional Agile certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP).
• Experience with large-scale Agile transformations in an IT setting.
• Familiarity with Agile tools and software (e.g., Jira, Confluence).

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Agile Coach with a focus on SAFe implementation in large organizations.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certification is required.

Nice to Have:

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Additional Agile certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP).
• Experience with large-scale Agile transformations in an IT setting.
• Familiarity with Agile tools and software (e.g., Jira, Confluence).