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Junior Scrum Master

Brooksource
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Jr. Scrum Master

Location: Cincinnati, OH 

Detailed Description: 

This role is part of Brooksource's Elevate Program, working with the banking client, Fifth Third, in Cincinnati. It requires the individual to have the aptitude to learn and participate in sprint planning, scope and requirements, and metric creation and reporting. In addition, this position requires a desire to acquire a solid foundation in Agile delivery methodologies and the ability to adapt that knowledge to meet the needs of each sprint.  

To be successful, the candidate must be driven and well-organized, self-motivated and tenacious, thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and complete tasks on agreed-upon schedules. The team will look to this individual not only to serve as a Scrum Master within the agile team but also to provide analysis support to the various pillars within the domain and to understand and evaluate metrics and reporting needs. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Participate in the grooming and prioritization of the product and sprint backlogs
  • Work with the team to develop release and sprint estimates
  • Participate in the analysis and review of epics and features
  • Elicit, analyze, and translate features into user stories
  • Define and document user procedures and workflows, and how each class of user interacts with the solution
  • Works with the team to identify acceptance criteria
  • Participate in all Agile ceremonies such as Daily Stand Ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Demo/Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives, and Backlog Refinement
  • Schedule and facilitate meetings
  • Develop and update documentation to support new and changed procedures
  • Work with the team to respond to and answer questions generated by team members and business partners
  • Act as a liaison between business units and the Scrum team
  • Participate in release activities as needed
  • Works with the team to understand business metrics and reporting needs
  • Performs research to gather and analyze data required for reporting
  • Create dashboards that tell pertinent stories surrounding CDAO efforts

Preferred Skills: 

  • Strong business and technology aptitude with a willingness to learn and understand business and software solutions
  • Excellent verbal and written communications
  • Technical writing capability
  • Ability to translate technology into relatable concepts for business partners and stakeholders
  • Highly motivated with strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to build strong partnerships and to work collaboratively with all business and IT areas
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, prioritize, and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • High level of professionalism, confidence, and ability to build credibility with team members and business partners
  • Experience with or understanding of Agile and Scrum Frameworks
  • Strong research and analytical capabilities
  • Proficient in or aptitude to learn and identify downstream implications
  • Experience with Microsoft Teams and Excel

Core Competencies:  

  • Conceptual and Analytical Thinking
  • Accountability and Attention to Detail
  • Commitment to Quality
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Written and Verbal Communication Skills
  • Initiative and Focused Execution
  • Flexibility
  • Time Management and Organizational Skills

Additional Benefits

  • Through our Elevate program, you’ll be provided technical training through our online learning management system, customized to help you specialize in areas you’re passionate about.
  • Opportunity to gain high visibility with upper management and learn from skilled senior teammates.
  • Position yourself for future growth and leadership opportunities within the organization.
  • Networking opportunities through Brooksource-sponsored events

Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.

EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.