Scrum Master

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JOB SUMMARY

The Scrum Master will be responsible for facilitating a Scrum team to deliver software for the business. The Scrum Master will help guide and coach the team and the organization in Agile practices. They will act as facilitators and process stewards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A Team-based servant leader who leads by example.
Strongly supporting the Product Manager and Development Team in their progress toward the iteration and release goal.
Guiding and coaching the Scrum Team and the organization on how to use Agile/Scrum/Lean practices at the enterprise level, including agile principles and practices.
Guiding and coaching both the Scrum Team and the Development team on how to get the most out of self-organization.
Facilitates all team meetings, including daily stand-up, iteration planning, team demo, retros, and more.
Removing impediments so the team can remain focused on achieving objectives.
Facilitating discussion, decision-making, and conflict resolution.
Assisting with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and disseminating information.
Supporting and educating the Product team, especially on refining (aka grooming) and managing the product backlog.
Coordinate with other Scrum teams, DevOps, Release, PMs, and Leadership teams.
Enjoy coaching and mentoring a team to maximize progress and potential.
Motivated and driven, with the ability to influence and lead teams to success using Agile/Scrum/Lean practices.
Other duties as assigned by Management.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills.
In-depth knowledge of enterprise-level agile practices, including but not limited to SAFe.
Experience with Jira or other Agile Management tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to identify and address users' needs.
Thorough understanding of software development best practices and procedures.
Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
Ability to be licensed as an Employee by various racing and gaming jurisdictions in which we operate, as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

First-level Scrum Master certification (PSM I, CSM)
5+ years' experience working as a Scrum Master for a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical and mental demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. 1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, sometimes for prolonged periods while working at a desk, on the phone, and/or on the computer; type on a computer keyboard; use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk or hear; reach with hands or arms; walk or stand; and perform some repetitive motion activities.
   2. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, color differentiation, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
   3. This position requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team; and concentrate on a variety of details when faced with interruptions and changing work priorities.
   4. The mental demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions, as described above, including but not limited to: demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems or resolve issues; reason, calculate figures and amounts; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information, and draw valid conclusions; interpret procedures and policies; and meet schedules in a dynamic and sometimes demanding work environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We're always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

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