VDOT Project Manager 1 Scrum Master

Wiserhunt•Mechanicsville, VA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. The role combines Agile facilitation with hands-on delivery operations, including documentation, reporting, Azure DevOps card creation, and coordination across teams. 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. The position is a hybrid assignment at 9120 Lockwood Blvd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. The stated assignment period is November 2, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting Agile teams.
Strong understanding of Agile values and frameworks.
At least 3 years facilitating Scrum ceremonies.
At least 3 years with Agile frameworks, values, and team coaching.
At least 3 years using Azure DevOps or a similar Agile work management system.
At least 3 years creating and managing work items, user stories, or tasks.
At least 3 years in project reporting, metrics, and dashboards.
At least 3 years providing documentation and administrative support.
At least 2 years participating in process improvement and continuous improvement.
At least 2 years investigating root causes before escalation.
At least 3 years in cross-team communication and collaboration.
At least 3 years supporting Agile delivery in technical environments.
At least 3 years balancing Agile facilitation with delivery operations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
CSM Certification.

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification preferred.
Experience in large enterprise or government environments.
Familiarity with Agile maturity efforts or transformations.

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.
Investigate issues appropriately before escalating them.
Collaborate regularly with the Development Manager to maintain team alignment.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and propose ideas.
Ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting.
Assist with dependency coordination across teams.