Scrum Master II

Dept Number/Name: 0-3510-000 / Information Technology
College Division: Info Tech-Information Tech
Salary Plan: Administrative
Job Code/Title: 9926 / Scrum Master II
Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $70,000
Position Number: 00055791

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

Located in the vibrant and diverse Tampa Bay region of Florida’s gulf coast, the University of South Florida (USF) is a Preeminent State Research University with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. Rated as one of the top places to live in the U.S., Tampa Bay offers a high quality of life, year-round sunshine, and easy access to top-rated entertainment. USF is one of the nation’s largest public universities, serving more than 50,000 students with an annual budget of $1.8 billon. Over the past five years, USF has been the fastest-rising university in the nation, public or private, on the U.S. News and World Report’s list of best universities, which it ranks as the 44th  best public university in America.

USF is proud to be an innovating partner within the Tampa Bay region, listed by Forbes  as the top emerging tech city in the country. 

USF Information Technology (USF IT) provides technology services and support for the University of South Florida. The IT team, led by the Vice President and CIO, provides the following services: Administrative Services, Client Support, Communication Services, Teaching and Learning, Analytics and Reporting, Mobile and Web Services, Consulting Services, Cybersecurity Service and Research Technologies. For more information, please visit: Information Technology un-jobs.net University of South Florida (usf.edu)

ADDITIONAL INFO FOR APPLICANTS:

The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full time employees!!

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Various Retirement Options , including 401K employer match
• Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)

For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USF

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will act as a Scrum Master II on a production team utilizing Scrum methodology and implementing Agile ideology. The Scrum Master II acts as the facilitator for the project and removes impediments for the production team. This position is required to understand theoretical and functional Agile and Scrum values, practices, and applications to provide a higher level of knowledge to the team. This position facilitates and coaches the team during daily stand up, sprint planning, review, and retro scrum ceremonies to promote self-organization. The ultimate goal of an Agile team is to understand business needs and develop optimal business and/or IT solutions in partnership with departmental stakeholders and functional experts. This position is distinguished from other information technology classifications due to the concentration on facilitation and coaching of all agile related activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Team Management: Make strategic decisions around processes and tools to improve Agile practices and help the team mature. Ensures the team knows Scrum processes to be able to strategically deviate from a principle or practice when necessary. Introduces new teams to Scrum principles and values and guides teams that are currently performing in Scrum framework to become self-organized and efficient in Agile practices.
Agile Project Management: Work with the team to identify and resolve impediments for the production team and mediate through conflicts. Coach the Product Owner in writing user stories, product visions, prioritizing backlog, and release planning. Coach the team to maintain Scrum Tools (story board, action board, charts, backlogs, metrics, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of computer tools and systems to measure and demonstrate team capacity for resource planning, escalation, etc. Manage and configure Scrum boards and project dashboards for multiple teams.
Learning and Development: Actively contribute to Agile and Scrum practices utilized by team members and make recommendations. Stay abreast of Agile concepts and new methodologies to improve the productivity of development teams.
Mentorship:
Provides ongoing feedback to level one Scrum Masters.
Transfer knowledge to less experienced Scrum Masters.
Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science or IT related field and one year of IT or Project Management experience, OR five years of IT or Project Management experience, or a combination of relevant experience and education.
 

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36077

Posting Date:  01/18/2024

Posting End Date: 02/17/2024

How To Apply 

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.  YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

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Equal Employment Opportunity 

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.

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Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

Work Location 

Campus map and location overview: USF – Tampa Campus

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF 

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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