Guidehouse
Agile IT Project Coordinator
Guidehouse, McLean, Virginia, 22107
Job Family: Technology Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Secret What You Will Do: Guidehouse is responsible for providing agile project coordination support for the development and maintenance of a global information system supporting a US Federal Government client. As part of a Project Management Office (PMO), the IT Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating with multiple stakeholders (business owners, development team members, etc.); defining requirements; identifying process improvements; managing scope, schedule, and risk; conducting testing; drafting system guidance, and reporting project status to stakeholders. As part of an agile team, the IT Project Coordinator will maintain the product backlog, refine user stories with business owners and developers, establish and maintain the release plan, and demonstrate completed functionality to stakeholders. What You Will Need: An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance. Bachelor's degree -OR- Associate's degree with TWO (2) years of experience supporting IT projects FOUR (4) or more years of professional experience, at least THREE (3) in Agile/Project Management What Would Be Nice To Have: PMP Certification Agile Certification (Scrum Master, SAFe, Product Owner, etc.) Project management knowledge and experience on IT-related projects with priority given to the use of an Agile methodology Experience using Agile Scrum and/or Kanban methodology to plan and manage work against iterations and releases Experience monitoring project progress and implementing effective corrective actions if actual progress falls behind the plan Experience facilitating meetings with clients of varying levels to gather, document, prioritize, and analyze system specifications and user requirements, working closely with developers and testers in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated ability to use effective facilitation skills and techniques to elicit requirements from a diverse range of stakeholders Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to offer solutions and articulate the business impact to clients in a clear and concise manner Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodationguidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.