AddressJob Number 24094206
Job Category Administrative
Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? Y
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
This is a temporary position.
JOB SUMMARY
We're seeking a highly motivated and Agile-savvy IT Delivery Manager to champion the development and delivery of Global Technology initiatives. You'll be responsible for leading pods utilizing a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology, ensuring efficient execution and continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong technical acumen, and is passionate about fostering collaboration across teams. You'll leverage your project management expertise to define priorities, manage risks, and deliver high-quality solutions that align with business needs.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
5+ years of Information Technology experience, preferably in an infrastructure setting.
1+ years of formal Project Management experience ($200K+) in a highly complex, large-scale environment (mention familiarity with SAFe principles a plus).
Project Management Certification preferred (Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred).
Relevant Agile Certification preferred (Certified Scrum Product Owner, Scrum Master, SAFe, or SAFe Agilist preferred).
Desired Skills and Attributes
2+ years' direct technical experience in areas like software development, cloud technologies, network, and information security.
Proven experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and an understanding of SAFe principles.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex challenges.
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and maintain adherence to deadlines.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Experience facilitating daily stand-up meetings and retrospectives within an Agile framework.
Adept at identifying and resolving impediments that hinder team progress.
Ability to partner with Product Owners to define user stories and manage product backlogs within Agile.
Core Responsibilities
Planning and Execution:
Develop initiative plans aligned with SAFe principles, including requirements, cost, schedule, and deliverables.
Define clear milestones and task dependencies within the SAFe framework.
Facilitate sprint planning and review sessions as part of the Agile workflow.
Identify and manage initiative risks using SAFe risk mitigation strategies.
Team Leadership and Collaboration:
Coach and guide the team on Agile and SAFe practices to optimize performance.
Champion a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and continuous improvement.
Partner with Product Owners and stakeholders to ensure alignment on initiative goals.
Facilitate daily stand-up meetings and address team impediments proactively.
Monitoring and Reporting:
Track initiative progress and proactively identify potential roadblocks.
Develop and maintain accurate initiative metrics to measure success within the SAFe framework.
Communicate initiative status and issues effectively to stakeholders.
Generate reports that provide insights into initiative performance and areas for improvement.
Technical Expertise:
Possess a strong understanding of infrastructure technologies relevant to assigned initiatives.
Translate business needs into actionable technical requirements.
Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in Agile project management and SAFe methodologies.
Salary Range (based on compa-ratio to accommodate all pay zones)
Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue 0.0334 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 9 holidays annually.
FLEX opportunities offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.
Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.
The application deadline for this position is 1 days after the date of this posting, 5/29/24.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
