Creative Information Technology

Agile Coach - Washington, DC

Creative Information Technology • $120K — $140K *
Falls Church, VA 22042In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 7+ years of hands-on Agile coaching in complex organizations
  • Relevant Agile certification required (e.g., ICAgile, Scrum, SAFe)
  • Proven ability to assess and improve team performance
  • Experience managing organizational resistance to change
  • Knowledge of Agile frameworks and best practices, preferably in regulated industries
  • Familiarity with Jira for project management
  • BS/BA degree complemented by 12-15 years relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • Assess team maturity and develop tailored coaching plans
  • Guide teams to enhance Agile practices and skills
  • Collaborate with Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Program Managers
  • Implement coaching strategies to drive measurable improvements
  • Facilitate navigation through resistance to Agile adoption
  • Ensure alignment with organizational Agile standards
  • Support the Agile Program Manager in strategic initiatives

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Access to ongoing training and resources in Agile methodologies
  • Collaboration with skilled professionals in a dynamic IT division
  • Potential influence on major organizational transformations
Full Job Description
Agile Coach - Washington, DC

Role and Responsibilities
  • Client has an ongoing need for skilled agile professionals to assist with agile maturity in the Division of Information Technology (IT).
  • Agile maturity and related services will be required for the Board's Business and Technology Modernization (BTM) Program.
  • The Senior Agile Coach is responsible for assessing team maturity, creating tailored coaching plans, and guiding teams to improve their Agile practices and capabilities regardless of their starting point. This role works directly with teams to build foundational Agile skills, accelerate mature teams' performance and navigate resistance to change. The Senior Agile Coach collaborates closely with Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Program Managers to ensure teams deliver value effectively while adhering to the organization's Agile playbook and standards. The Senior Agile Coach will follow the guidance and direction of the Agile Program Manager.

Minimum Qualification
  • At least seven (7) years of hands-on experience coaching Agile teams across various maturity levels in complex organizations.
  • At least one of the following relevant certifications (e.g., ICAgile Certified Professional - Agile Coaching, Certified Scrum Professional, SAFe Practice Consultant, or equivalent) is required.
  • Proven track record assessing team capabilities, creating effective coaching strategies, and driving measurable improvements in team performance and Agile maturity.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate organizational resistance and adapt coaching approaches to different team contexts.
  • Experience working within established organizational playbooks and frameworks while introducing industry best practices. Government or highly regulated industry experience preferred.
  • Experience with Jira for work management.
  • BS/BA degree with 12-15 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Prior experience leading Agile processes with programs of similar size and complexity.

Preferred Qualification
  • Team Maturity Advancement: Assess team maturity and create tailored coaching plans, guide teams through progressive capability building, and establish sustainable Agile practices within teams.
  • Agile Practice Excellence: Coach teams on Scrum/Scrumban/Kanban events, artifacts, and roles, ensure teams apply Agile principles effectively (not just mechanically), and embed continuous improvement mindset and practices.
  • Change Management & Resistance: Navigate team resistance to Agile adoption, build buy-in and engagement with new ways of working, and address mindset and cultural barriers to transformation.
  • The candidate must have direct experience with Agile transformations in either the federal or private space.

About Creative Information Technology

Creative Information Technology is a software development company that specializes in custom software development, web development, and mobile app development. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. Creative Information Technology's clients include small and medium-sized businesses across a range of industries.
Learn more about Creative Information Technology
Size
100 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1998
* Ladders Estimates

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