Agile Project Management Supervisor
Company: State of Montana
Location: Helena
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
* *Position Title: Agile Project Management Supervisor
Description: The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is
recruiting an Agile Project Management Supervisor. This position
works in the Information Services Division (ISD) and with others at
every level of the Department of Transportation soliciting
strategic imperatives from senior leaders to align technical
solutions with business needs. Having the ability to build and
maintain effective working relationships is crucial for this
position to be effective. The successful candidate would join the
Product Management Bureau (PMB) and work to integrate SAFe
methodologies, and practices into project management methodologies,
emphasizing transparency, adaptability, and customer focus. This
position reports to the ISD Product Management Office Bureau Chief
and directly supervises six staff (6 FTE). This position also
manages a team of scrum masters and supports agile teams. This
position is responsible to organize, direct, review, and approve
the work of scrum masters and agile teams in the performance of
technology supported agile project delivery; This position serves
as an integral member of the Division Management team along with
the other Managers. This role provides leadership, coordination,
and coaching to help teams deliver value, foster collaboration, and
continuously improve their practice within Scaled Agile Framework
(SAFe). For a full job description, please contactSarah J. Peterson
at sjpeterson@mt.gov. _Benefits of working for MDT and the State of
Montana include:_ - Culture of public service and a commitment to
work/life balance - Potential hybrid remote work arrangement
available - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Access to
Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and
their families - State Retirement plan and additional savings
opportunities (deferred compensation) - Employees in this position
receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in
a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek - Paid vacation, sick
leave, and holidays - Eligibility forPublic Service Student Loan
Forgiveness - Benefits apply on first day of employment -
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at
the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of
Transportation's mission, vision, and values, please visit our
website:https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values _Required
Education and Experience:_ The required knowledge and skills are
typically acquired through a combination of education and
experience equivalent to bachelor's degree in business
administration, project management or related field. This position
requires a minimum of two years of supervision or team lead
experience with professional and/or technical staff in the
information technology field. This position requires at least five
years of project or program management experience preferably within
an information technology business environment. Other combinations
of education or experience may be substituted. _Knowledge, Skills,
and Abilities:_ * Extensive knowledge of IT project management
methods and standards and the practical applications of those
methods to actual projects. * Knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework
practices. * Knowledge of the theory, application, and practices of
both information management and business management. * Knowledge of
employment law, program requirements, and personnel management
practices and techniques. * Knowledge of information systems
analysis, documentation, implementation, and maintenance. *
Knowledge of system development, functional applications,
proprietary languages, customer service standards, data management
products, data structures and interrelationships. * Skills in
project management; business process analysis and documentation;
planning and organizing the work of others; drawing conclusions and
making recommendations. * Skills to apply personnel management,
procurement management, contract development, and administrative
techniques. * Skills in managing complex system administration and
development projects. * Skill to manage a large staff effectively
and efficiently. * Skill to lead teams and motivate individuals;
provide mentoring and assist in defining career plans. * Skill to
manage change in an atmosphere of rapid technology change.
_Required Application Materials:_ - A resume detailing your
qualifications and work history. - A cover letter of no more than
two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your
online application and all required materials must be submitted
before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted
are selected as "Relevant." If you need an accommodation with the
application process, please contact the HR representative listed
below. _Other Information_ The successful candidate must pass a
fingerprint background investigation as a condition of employment.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity
employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with
disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to
apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the
application process, or those needing this job announcement in an
alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational
Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. The Montana Department of
Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our
employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to
achieving an injury-free workplace. Driver's record will be
verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release
form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's
permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201,
"State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use
Policy" are conditions of employment. This position is covered by a
VEBA (Voluntary Employee Benefit Association). The successful
applicant for this position who is eligible-retirement qualified
will be required to participate in the VEBA group. The VEBA group
can take part in an annual election. Any questions regarding the
VEBA can be addressed to Laurie Edwards, MDT Human Resources
Division 444-6053. *Title: *Agile Project Management Supervisor
Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141102
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