Scrum Master, Sr. jobs in Nashville, TN

POSITION SUMMARY
Ensures assigned projects or product releases meet stated goals and objectives within the defined road map expectations and requested quality parameters. Participates in some of the most challenging, highly visible, and highly complex projects in the company and will require exceptionally advanced project management and agile experience and expertise to be successful. Responsible for scope management, schedule development and management, customer acceptance, benefits realization, team building, and recognition. Executes the System Development Lifecycle using Agile/Scrum methodology for project teams in the implementation of both technology and business-oriented projects.

LOCATION
Remote (TN) - Candidate must reside in the Middle Tennessee area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Essential Functions: which may be representative, but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Leads and coordinates delivery of assigned projects.
• Leads Agile/Scrum standard ceremonies on all assigned assets and releases.
• Gathers, prepares and reports metrics regarding sprint execution.
• Gathers, prepares and reports asset metrics regarding resource planning including planned versus actuals.
• Supports resource planning execution to achieve less than 6% variance on plan.
• Oversees sprint planning and execution.
• Coaches/mentors on methodology as it is implemented and used during the project development life cycle.
• Enforces the rules of Scrum.
• Removes team impediments while promoting self-management.
• Measures sprint performance and escalates issues as needed.
• Constantly improves our standards of work.
• Trains and mentors other Scrum Masters.
• Supports development and execution of Product Roadmaps for Enterprise Application assets.
• Develops Project Plans and related support information.
• Develops milestones and manages critical path.
• Facilitates project communications.
• Assesses, monitors and mitigates project risks.
• Coordinates inter and intra project dependencies.
• Prepares project performance and progress reports.
• Utilizes provided enterprise project management technology tools.
• Ensures adherence to stated project processes.
• Escalates project issues and decisions as needed.
• Hosts project meetings as needed.
• Ensures use of lessons learned and best practices.
• Monitors task completion (and Team Foundation Server (TFS) compliance).
• Tracks and communicates team velocity and sprint/release progress.
• Maintains sprint management dashboard in TFS.
• Continues education in related disciplines.
• Coaches and supports project and agile team members as needed.
• Partners with all project team roles and stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance.
• Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity and inclusion

Education: Four (4) year bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent years of experience. MBA preferred.
Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience. Minimum of four (4) years of agile / scrum experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 
Which may be representative, but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Knowledge of project management and agile methodologies/concepts.
• Previous experience designing and delivering engaging presentations.
• Demonstrated experience in learning new technologies quickly.
• Project Management.
• Strong software development background.
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organization and planning skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Strong facilitation skills.
• Ability to build and sustain collaborative working relationships at all levels.
• Flexibility with changing priorities.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Customer service oriented.

License(s)/Certifications Preferred:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP)
• Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• Green or Black Belt Six Sigma

SALARY RANGE 
The specific base salary offered to a successful applicant will be based on individual qualifications, skills, experience, and education. The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. The position may also be eligible for one or more performance-based bonuses. In addition to cash compensation, BMI offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees, as described below.

What We Give to You:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation and paid sick/personal time
• 12 paid calendar holidays
• Paid volunteer time off
• Summer hours that offer more time for fun in the sun
• Company paid life insurance
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance for qualified team members
• Commuter benefits (New York)
• Amazing and engaging culture
• Employee Resource Groups

BROADCAST MUSIC, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All applicants will receive equal opportunity for employment without regard of race, color, sex, religion, nationality, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran’s or marital status, disability, or any other cultural factor.

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