Junior Project Manager / Scrum Master

What you'll be doing: Leading small to medium-sized information technology projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation through closeout. Partnering with project sponsors, stakeholders, business teams, vendors, and technical staff to deliver successful project outcomes. Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, budgets, risk logs, status reports, and other project documentation.

Facilitating project meetings, workshops, decision-making sessions, and stakeholder communications. Serving as Scrum Master by facilitating Agile ceremonies, supporting backlog refinement, and promoting continuous team improvement. Identifying and mitigating project risks, issues, and dependencies while removing roadblocks and escalating concerns as needed.

Monitoring project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and priorities to keep projects on track. Coordinating procurement activities, vendor relationships, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle. Contributing to PMO governance, standards, templates, tools, and continuous process improvement.

Fostering collaborative relationships while promoting a culture of trust, accountability, transparency, and psychological safety. To view the full job descriptions, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/search What we're looking for: A collaborative professional who brings people together, solves problems, and keeps projects moving forward.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines. A foundational understanding of project management principles from project initiation through closeout. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong critical thinking and the ability to identify risks, navigate ambiguity, and proactively remove roadblocks. Experience with Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, or Hybrid project management approaches. A collaborative mindset that promotes accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Experience using project management and collaboration tools such as Jira and Smartsheet. A commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and seeking feedback.

Qualifications All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process. Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, in Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, or a related field required.

Related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. One (1) year of project management and/or program management experience required. One (1) year of coordinating, facilitating, and/or leading cross-functional teams required.

Ability to obtain Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification within one (1) year of hire date required. Possess reliable transportation to be able to work anywhere in the County as needed and required.

Benefits Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions: - Medical, Dental, and Vision

benefits - FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan) - Short- and Long-Term Disability - Employee Assistance Program - Basic Life/AD&D Insurance - Accident and Critical Illness Insurance - Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match - 457(b) Deferred

Compensation - Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits. Supplemental Information An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed. Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.