(P&C) Solutions Delivery - Scrum Master I

We’re seeking an entry-level Scrum Master I to support agile development teams by facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing obstacles, and promoting team collaboration. In this servant-leader role, you’ll help drive the success of simple to moderately complex projects while growing your skills in agile project delivery with limited supervision.

This position is available onsite at our Glenmont, NY and Springfield, MO locations.

What You’ll Do:

• Leads the scrum team to improve collaboration and self-management by modeling and educating the team on agile principles and values. Also, adheres to the agile framework and organizes sprint ceremonies including daily standups, story refinement, sprint retrospectives, etc.

Leads project meetings in a positive tone, and ensures conversations stay on topic, and are productive within the scheduled timeframe.

• Creates transparency and collaboration by assisting teams in organizing their work, backlog, and metrics, reinforcing the expectation for self-management and product ownership.
• Coaches the team to continually improve through retrospectives. Partners with an Agile Coach, as needed, to identify and redirect areas of concern for best outcomes.
• Contributes to the advancement and improvement of agile practices within the organization.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Represents the team at broader planning and coordination sessions (e.g., Scrum of Scrums).
• Supports the team in using agile planning and development tools (Azure DevOps).
• Actively participates in internal communities of practice/Center of Excellence to improve skills to better support the team.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• One to two years of Agile experience.
• Additional Qualifications:
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  • Understanding of agile/scrum practices, frameworks, and techniques at a level that enables effective application.
  • Strong communication skills, including interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
  • Effective problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience successfully leading small to midsize projects with moderate degrees of difficulty.
• Experience utilizing Azure DevOps to manage projects.
• Experience in financial services and/or insurance industries.
• CSM or PSM II, or SAFe Scrum Master certification.

Our job titles may span more than one career level.  The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands.  The base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays.   We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905.  With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.

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American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.