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Sr. Director of Digital Innovation & Delivery Excellence

Employer
MAXIMUS, Inc
Location
Reston, VA
Closing date
Mar 22, 2019

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Sr. Director of Digital Innovation & Delivery Excellence Jobs in Reston, VA. ResponsibilitiesAt MAXIMUS, we are building a leading digital solutions organization to better serve our organization and our clients in the government, health, and human services space. As a key leader within this organization, the Senior Director of Innovation & Delivery Excellence will cross over all technology and innovation initiatives in the digital portfolio and will be responsible for the creation, implementation and continuous improvement of MAXIMUS' Digital Solutions Methodology, which will serve as both the tool box and a repeatable blueprint for our digital way of working with both traditional (Web, Mobile, Social, Analytics) and emerging (RPA, AI, Machine Learning, etc.) technologies. The methodology will include a collection of industry best-practice processes, templates, standards, and supporting tools to enable rapid innovation through a design thinking-based approach with creative and innovative ways to quickly define a strategic direction and (2) an efficient, predictable SAFe-based lean startup/agile delivery methodology.In addition to championing the rollout of the Digital Solutions Methodology, this resource is also expected to practice this methodology and lead by example initially as both an innovation pod coordinator and a hands-on scrum master, as an agile coach, and ultimately as the overall program manager for the entire digital portfolio. Requirements:* Bachelor's degree required. Prefer computer science, informatics, engineering, or similar; Master's degree preferred* Minimum 15 years of experience in sr. program management role in a large consultancy, digital agency, or high-tech company* Demonstrated experience creating and working with a mature software delivery methodology that supports both rapid innovation/prototyping coupled with industrialized agile delivery* Demonstrated experience with software project management and/or program management * Demonstrated experience with practicing agile delivery methodologies, preferably SAFe based* Demonstrated experience with hands-on configuration and use of agile enabling tools such as JIRA, Rally, Confluence* Demonstrated experience managing and leading the work of others* Demonstrated extensive experience working with nearshore, offshore, and working in a distributed teamQualifications:* SAFe SA or Scrum Master certification preferred but not required* Experience as a hands-on coach taking an organization through an agile transformation* Demonstrated understanding of how & when to make tradeoffs between text-book process and situational reality* Experience understanding operational challenges and tying that back to the business value involved in enterprise-wide deployments in high-tech companies* Drive to find solutions to all sorts of challenges, whether they be technical challenges, organizational challenges, or personal challenges* Curiosity to learn about new businesses and industries, and ability to quickly grasp and make effective use of industry- and company-specific terminology* Solid communication skills and leadership* Strong negotiation and objection handling skills* Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team* Ability to influence others both within and outside of immediate team to achieve results* Experience with P&L Responsibility* Travel: Ability to travel as required up to 60%The Ideal Candidate will Possess the Following Additional Education and Experience. Directs and controls the activities of one or more functional areas, divisions, product groups or service areas through senior managers who have overall responsibility for the successful operation of those assigned areas.. Consistently works with abstract ideas or situations across functional areas of the business.. Through assessment of intangible variables, identifies and evaluates fundamental issues, providing strategy and direction for major functional areas.. Requires in-depth knowledge of the functional area, business strategies, and the company's goals.. Interacts internally and externally with executive level management, requiring negotiation of extremely critical matters.. Influences policymaking.. Reports to VP level.. EEO StatementEEO Statement: Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies MAXIMUS deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. MAXIMUS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. MAXIMUS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.. 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