Job Title : Agile Scrum Trainer
Location : Washington DC / Hybrid
Job Summary : We are seeking an experienced and certified Agile Scrum Trainer to lead and mentor both new and experienced Agile Scrum teams. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, substantial experience in coaching and training, and a proven track record of successfully implementing Agile transformations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Training and Certification :
Conduct comprehensive training programs for new and experienced teams on Agile principles, Scrum framework, SAFe, and other Agile methodologies.
Certify employees in various Agile roles and practices including SAFe Agilist, SAFe Product Owner / Product Manager, and SAFe Scrum Master.Develop and deliver customized Agile workshops and training programs to enhance understanding and adoption of Agile methodologies across the organization.Coaching and Mentoring :Provide one-on-one and team coaching to enhance skills in JIRA backlog management, prioritization, and stakeholder communication.
Offer day-to-day support, helping teams navigate challenges and continuously improve their Agile practices.Coach senior leaders on Agile best practices and strategies, ensuring top-down support and alignment for Agile initiatives.Facilitation and Implementation :Expertly facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning, Mid-PI Check-ins, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops.
Lead the implementation of Agile transformation efforts, successfully integrating Agile practices across multiple projects and departments.Develop, implement, and track Agile metrics and maturity models to measure the impact of Agile adoption on project performance.Agile Transformation Leadership :Design and implement roadmaps for Agile adoption, ensuring successful transformation and effective scaling of Agile practices.
Establish and standardize JIRA SOP and train teams to effectively use JIRA and Confluence.Drive continuous improvement by establishing Agile maturity metrics and assessments focusing on backlog health, velocity, and throughput.Content Development :Create dynamic training materials and videos for new employees, teams, and contractors.
Develop Agile training content covering Agile methodologies, team performance models, change management models, and coaching models.Maintain and improve Agile playbooks, defining roles, responsibilities, and workflows to align with organizational goals.Community Building :Lead the creation and growth of Agile Communities of Practice (CoP) to foster continuous learning and improvement.
Collaborate with the Tools Team to configure Agile management tools effectively.Partner with stakeholders to create and maintain a toolbox of enterprise-wide Agile initiatives.Qualifications :
Certifications :SAFe Program Consultant (SPC 6.0)
Licensed SAFe TrainerCertified Scrum Professional - Scrum Master (CSP-SM)ICAgile Expert - Agile Coaching (ICE-AC) - in-progressICAgile Certified Professional - Agile Coaching (ICP-ACC)ICAgile Certified Professional - Agile Team Facilitation (ICP-ATF)Certified Scrum@Scale Practitioner (CS@SP)Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM)Certified Scrum Master (CSM)Professional Scrum Master (PSM)SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM)SAFe Agilist (SA)Scrum Foundations EducatorCertified Disciplined Agilist (CDA) - PMIProject Management Professional (PMP)ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service ManagementEducation :Bachelor's degree in information technology, Finance & Investments, or Mathematics
Experience :Proven experience leading Agile transformations and coaching teams at various levels of Agile maturity.
Extensive experience with JIRA and Confluence, including administration and training.Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to lead workshops and training sessions effectively.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach and mentor individuals and teams.Demonstrated ability to develop and implement Agile metrics and maturity models.Preferred Skills :
Experience with large-scale Agile transformations in government or defense sectors.Familiarity with various Agile methodologies, including SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.Ability to create and deliver training content and workshops tailored to different audiences.
