OPEX101: Scrum Master Jira

Overview

This is a pro bono volunteer position.

JerseySTEM is seeking a skilled Scrum Master to help implement and execute transformational organization outcomes. The candidate will have demonstrated expertise and application of Agile methodologies, techniques and frameworks, a successful track record of driving and facilitating teams, commitment to continuous learning and mindset of relentless improvement. 

Responsibilities

• Attend the Scrum meeting of the team you will be supporting (weekly or daily).
• Create tickets for the task with clear description along with the critical finish date.
• Prioritize stories for the backlog and keep the team organized and focused.
• Conduct weekly meetings and monitor the health of the Kanban board.
• Encourage team members to utilize JIRA for task management.
• Drive open communication with team members.
• Be the servant leader for the team members, mentoring/assisting them when needed.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and be “THE CHAMPION OF CHANGE”.

Qualifications

Technical Qualifications:

• Experience using Jira, Kanban Board, Slack 
• Excellent communication, analytical, mentoring and problem-solving skills
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification preferred

Minimum time commitment:  2 - 4 hours/ week, for a minimum 6 months

Requirements

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