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Abacus

Agile Scrum Master 3

Abacus, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Solicitation Reference Number529501074

Customer NameTexas Health and Human Services Commission

CategoryProject Management

Customer Entity NameHealth and Human Services Commission

TitleAgile Scrum Master

LevelAgile Scrum Master 3

Estimated Hours1,984

SSR StatusPosted

Number of Positions1

StatusNew

# of Resumes Allowed1

Candidates Submitted

Full/Part TimeFull Time

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDERDEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCESIT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445

Solicitation Reference Number: 529501074 Working Title: Agile Scrum Master 3 Title/Level: Agile Scrum Master 3 Category: Project Management Full Time

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

requires the services of

1 Agile Scrum Master 3 , hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of

Agile Scrum Master 3, Project Management

and the specifications outlined in this document for the

Texas Health and Human Services Commission .

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).Level Description

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Job Description

Responsible for monitoring the scrum processes and scrum meetings. He increases his team efficiency, motivates his team, spins, argues for changes that will ensure quality and timeliness. He ensures observance of DoD (Definition of done).

Additional job details and special considerations

This position will perform the duties of Agile Scrum Master for various projects managed by HHSC IT. This role will serve as an expert-level facilitator and leader of Agile/Scrum framework and ensures all Scrum teams stay true to the Agile principles. Responsible for making sure all Scrum ceremonies take place, are productive, and stay within their assigned timebox. Facilitates and/or coordinates Scrum events when necessary. Utilizes communication, technical, and organizational skills to remove impediments, enhances collaboration, and ensures that the team delivers value to the customer. Must have a demonstrated ability to effectively coach a high-performing delivery team in an Agile environment. Servant leadership, organizational, and motivational strengths are essential.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:Candidates that do not meet or exceed the

minimum

stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Experience with Agile/Scrum methodology practices. 8 Required Experience as a Scrum Master for a software development team involving cross team dependencies. 8 Required Experience managing backlog using Jira. 4 Preferred Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) or Professional Scrum Master

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start

09/01/2024

and are expected to complete by

08/31/2025 . Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed

1984

hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the

Texas Health and Human Services Commission . Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM , excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at

701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751 . The working position is

Telework . Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through

Texas Health and Human Services Commission .

V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSTERM OF SERVICE (Required)

Services are expected to start on or around September 1, 2024, and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1984 hours for FY25. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required)

A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

B) The primary work location will be 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, Texas 78751.

Position will be remote. Program will allow candidates who are within the State of Texas (Any location within the State of Texas).

Please do not submit candidates who are currently out of state and are planning to move to Texas. Candidates must already reside in Texas.

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense.

D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.

E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Interviews will be conducted: (check all that apply)

By Phone

In person

Through Microsoft Teams

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

A vendor's submission of a candidate

may be disqualified if

:

The vendor fails to add the candidate to competitive solicitation, or RFR, in the DIR ITSAC Portal.Another vendor submits the same candidate for the same competitive solicitation, also known as a request of resume (RFR).The vendor submits more than one candidate for the same competitive solicitation, or RFR.The vendor submits a candidate after the response period for a competitive solicitation, or RFR.The vendor fails to format the email subject line properly, when submitting a candidate for a competitive solicitation, or RFR:

Proper Formatting:

Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and LevelExample:

529123456, Sanders Technologies, Jane Doe, Project Lead 3

The vendor fails to follow any other instructions noted in the competitive solicitation, or RFR.