VDOT Project Manager 1 Scrum Master

Engagement Type

Contract

Short Description

Maximum Vendor Submittal Rate is $ 66.67/hr.

Complete Description

Position Summary
The Scrum Master supports VDOT s Tolling (E-ZPASS) delivery team by facilitating Agile
ceremonies, maintaining team alignment, and ensuring clear visibility into work progress,
risks, and priorities.
This role blends Agile facilitation with hands-on delivery operations including
documentation, reporting, DevOps card creation, and cross-team coordination.
The Scrum Master collaborates regularly with the Development Manager to support
execution, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is adaptable, coachable, proactive, and comfortable shifting between
facilitation, investigation, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies effectively and consistently.
Maintain backlogs, work items, and dashboards in Azure DevOps or similar systems.
Create and refine Azure DevOps cards and supporting documentation.
Track and report delivery metrics including velocity, burndown, risks, blockers, and
project status.
Document action items, decisions, and status updates.
Perform appropriate investigation before escalating issues.
Collaborate regularly with the Development Manager for team alignment.
Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and proposing
ideas.
Ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting.
Assist with dependency coordination across teams.
Required Skills
3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting Agile teams.
Strong understanding of Agile values and frameworks.
Experience with Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management systems.
Experience tracking and reporting Agile delivery metrics.
Ability to investigate issues before escalation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
CSM Certification.
Desired Skills
PMP Certification preferred.
Experience in large enterprise or government environments.
Familiarity with Agile maturity efforts or transformations.
Deliverables & Success Metrics
Well-facilitated Agile ceremonies.
Accurate and timely reporting.
High-quality DevOps card creation and backlog maintenance.
Clear documentation and action tracking.
Effective identification and mitigation of risks and blockers.
Demonstrated contributions to process improvement

Required/Desired Skills

SkillRequired/DesiredAmountof ExperienceFacilitating Scrum ceremoniesRequired3.0YearsAgile frameworks, values, and team coachingRequired3.0YearsAzure DevOps or similar Agile work management systemRequired3.0YearsCreating and managing work items/user stories/tasksRequired3.0YearsProject reporting, metrics, and dashboardsRequired3.0YearsDocumentation & administrative supportRequired3.0YearsProcess improvement & continuous improvement involvementRequired3.0YearsRoot-cause investigation before escalationRequired3.0YearsCross-team communication & collaborationRequired3.0YearsExperience supporting Agile delivery in technical environmentsRequired3.0YearsAbility to balance Agile facilitation with delivery operationsRequired3.0YearsCSM CertificationRequiredPMP CertificationDesired