OverviewNaphCare has an excellent opportunity for a Scrum Master / Project Manager to join on-site at our Corporate Headquarters in Birmingham, AL.
This is an on-site position in Birmingham, AL. Candidates local to the Birmingham, AL area preferred.
U.S. Citizen or Green Card ONLY. No sponsorships or Visa transfers at this time.
We are seeking a results-driven Scrum Master / Project Manager to lead Agile delivery while ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery of key technology and business initiatives. Extensive Smartsheet experience a plus. This role combines servant leadership with traditional project management accountability, supporting cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality healthcare and operational solutions.
The ideal candidate will balance Agile facilitation with project oversight, ensuring alignment between business goals, timelines, and technical execution in a regulated healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
Agile / Scrum Leadership
- Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams.
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Coach teams on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and continuous improvement.
- Remove impediments and proactively address team blockers.
- Drive team accountability, transparency, and high performance.
Project Management
- Plan, manage, and deliver projects from initiation through completion.
- Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
- Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across teams.
- Provide regular status updates and reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Partner with Product Owners to prioritize and refine the product backlog.
- Collaborate with IT, operations, clinical, and business teams.
- Act as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
- Support change management and user adoption initiatives.
Continuous Improvement & Governance
- Track and analyze Agile and project metrics (velocity, burndown, KPIs).
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and delivery efficiency.
- Support Agile maturity and scaling efforts across the organization.
- Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field.
- 4–7+ years of experience in Scrum Master, Project Manager, or hybrid roles.
- Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and traditional project management practices.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex projects.
- Experience managing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
- Experience with tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
- Scrum certification (CSM, PSM).
- Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent).
- Experience in healthcare, corrections, or regulated industries.
- Familiarity with enterprise software, EHR systems, or IT service management.
- Experience supporting Agile transformations or hybrid delivery models.
Working Environment
- Corporate office setting in Birmingham, AL.
- Highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.
- Fast-paced with evolving priorities and strategic initiatives.
**This is not a remote position.
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
- Lowest Cost Benefits!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
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