Agile Program Manager

Title: Agile Program Manager
Location: Peoria, IL,
Duration: 12 months - possible extension if needed

Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of overall experience, or
Master's degree with 8+ years of experience
Prior experience as a Senior Scrum Master with exposure to Agile transformation initiatives
1 2 years of direct experience in an Agile Coach role is sufficient
Role Summary
This role is centered on Agile coaching, process optimization, and leadership across multiple teams. The individual will guide both Scrum and Kanban teams toward higher maturity, provide strategic oversight across key initiatives, and ensure alignment, accountability, and continuous improvement through data-driven practices.
Key Responsibilities
Agile Coaching & Process Maturity
Coach Scrum and Kanban teams to enhance Agile adoption and process maturity
Act as a subject matter expert on Agile methodologies, driving consistency and best practices
Influence and evolve Agile processes across the organization
Delivery Leadership & Oversight
Provide a holistic view of work across teams, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities
Oversee and drive progress on the top strategic initiatives within the portfolio
Facilitate leadership-level stand-ups and key program discussions
Stakeholder Collaboration & Accountability
Partner with Product Owners, engineering teams, and portfolio managers to ensure delivery outcomes
Drive accountability across technical teams and leadership stakeholders
Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Agile Execution & Facilitation
Lead Agile ceremonies and ensure effective planning, tracking, and execution
Remove blockers, streamline workflows, and enable faster decision-making
Data, Metrics & Reporting
Utilize Azure DevOps (Azure Boards) for backlog management and delivery tracking
Build dashboards and visualizations for epics, features, and user stories
Analyze Agile metrics such as velocity, burndown, and team efficiency to drive improvements
Provide insights that support leadership decision-making and continuous improvement
Required Skills
Core Competencies
Strong expertise in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid models)
Deep understanding of Agile processes and methodologies (Process SME mindset)
Experience working in Agile transformation environments
Tools & Metrics
Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps / Azure Boards
Ability to interpret and present Agile metrics and performance data
Communication & Leadership
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
Ability to influence without authority and drive organizational change
Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional and global teams
Technical Understanding
Technical expertise in areas like Cloud, DevOps, or Security is not mandatory
Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is required
Team & Environment
Work across domains such as Cloud, DevOps, Security, Identity, and Risk
Collaborate with global cross-functional teams, architects, and engineering groups
Role combines Agile coaching with program/project leadership responsibilities