What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agile Scrum Master / Software Development Project Manager position at Christ's Church of the Valley?
Company Description
This role is pivotal in driving large-scale technology initiatives for CCV InterTech. As a Scrum Master and Project Manager, you will lead Agile teams and coordinate vendor partnerships to deliver full-stack software solutions across desktop and mobile platforms. The position demands a seasoned leader who can champion Agile principles, manage complex project lifecycles, and align cross-functional efforts to achieve strategic objectives. Success in this role requires strong technical acumen, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to foster collaboration between internal teams and external partners.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Agile Leadership & Team Enablement
- Promote Agile/Scrum values and continuous improvement.
- Facilitate ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives) to ensure clarity and engagement.
Project & Vendor Management
- Oversee all phases of the SDLC, ensuring deliverables meet scope, quality, budget, and timeline.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate deliverables, and resolve conflicts across multiple workstreams.
Strategic Planning & Risk Mitigation
- Develop project roadmaps, allocate resources, and monitor progress.
- Identify and mitigate risks, lead contingency planning, and escalate issues when necessary.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide transparent updates and manage expectations effectively.
Technical & Compliance Oversight
- Support requirements gathering, integration planning, and solution validation.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory compliance.
Reporting & Documentation
- Track progress using tools like Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of requirements, plans, decisions, and lessons learned.
Change Management & Collaboration
- Drive organizational change initiatives and facilitate alignment across teams.
- Foster a positive team environment through strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Character & Chemistry
- Demonstrates personal integrity, humility, and spiritual maturity.
- Actively engaged in CCV’s community or home church through worship, tithing, and group participation.
- Models CCV’s values and mission in personal and professional life.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 4 years of project management experience, including 3 years in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Proven success managing large-scale, multi-phase software development projects.
- Advanced proficiency with project management tools (Azure DevOps, Jira, Monday, Asana).
- Strong vendor management, negotiation, and performance oversight skills.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
- Experience in risk management and prioritizing in fast-paced environments.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, engineering, business, or related field.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification.
- Additional certifications such as SAFe Agilist or PMP.
- Experience in faith-based or non-profit organizations.
Additional Information
This job description reflects the general scope and expectations of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. CCV reserves the right to modify responsibilities and qualifications as needed to support ministry growth and effectiveness.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
General Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of employees. CCV Leadership reserves the right to revise the position, its job functions, minimum qualifications and other aspects of the position in any way at any time.