What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scrum Master - Managed Service position at Cordova?
Position Title : Scrum Master
Department : IT Operations
Location(s) : Omaha, NE
Purpose :
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scrum Master to guide and coach our agile teams in delivering high-quality insurance products and services. The ideal candidate will be a servant leader with a deep understanding of Scrum principles and practices, and a passion for fostering a collaborative and continuous improvement environment. This role will involve working closely with product owners, development teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and maximize value delivery.
Responsibilities :
Facilitate Agile Ceremonies : Lead and facilitate Scrum events such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
Remove Impediments : Proactively identify and address any obstacles or challenges that hinder the team's progress, escalating issues as needed.
Coach and Mentor : Guide the team and organization in adopting and improving Agile practices, fostering a culture of self-organization and accountability.
Promote Collaboration : Encourage effective communication and collaboration within the team and with stakeholders.
Enforce Scrum Principles : Ensure the team adheres to Scrum values, principles, and practices.
Support the Product Owner : Assist the Product Owner in maintaining the product backlog and maximizing value.
Track Progress : Monitor team performance and progress, using metrics to identify areas for improvement.
Continuous Improvement : Facilitate retrospectives and implement action plans to continuously improve team processes and effectiveness.
Stakeholder Management : Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing transparency and managing expectations.
Experience, Education, Skills :
Experience : Proven experience as a Scrum Master, with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies.
Certifications : Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification preferred.
Insurance Knowledge : Familiarity with the insurance industry and related processes is a plus.
Communication Skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical 1 audiences.
