Senior Agile Portfolio Manager

The Legislative Service Center, also known as LEG TECH (pronounced 'LEDGE-TECK') is the dedicated technology solutions provider for the Washington State Legislature. We are a team of highly competent technology professionals committed to consistently meeting or exceeding customer and team expectations with innovative products and services. Our team is passionate about technology and we aim to provide a world-class IT customer service experience. Whether it takes the form of back-end infrastructure services, hardware and software troubleshooting, application development, supporting our hybrid cloud/on-premise environment, direct front-line customer support, service desk or training, we support a connected Legislature!
Recruitment will be open until May 5 or until the position has been filled. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and energetic Agile Portfolio Manager to join our organization. This role will ensure that customer needs are met through the development and alignment of various technology products within a portfolio. You will be working with a talented team of engineers, developers, and executives committed to delivering the highest customer value using agile processes. Are you motivated to make things better, driven to succeed, and a big-picture problem-solver? If so, let's talk!
Our Mission & Vision
We are the non-partisan technology solutions provider, providing end-to-end enterprise solutions to the legislative branch of Washington state. Our mission is to create a seamless, digitally connected Legislature serving the citizens and the legislative branch of Washington State. We focus on satisfied customers, fulfilled and happy team members, and continuous improvement while working with contemporary, leading-edge technologies. Our vision is to provide a gold-standard experience to our customers, and ourselves using organizational agility and applied continuous learning. Our work is engaging and rewarding.
Our Employee Value Proposition
Some of the things you will enjoy doing

• Understand the business needs behind customer requirements
• Develop and maintain an agile technology portfolio roadmap
• Key contributor and influencer for software solution decisions
• Work toward continuous improvement through best practices, elimination of technical debt, and enabling high-quality software delivery
• Conduct regular portfolio reviews and iterations to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Identify opportunities to sustain and increase the delivery of business and customer value
• Assess the value, risk, and return on investment of technology initiatives using agile metrics and techniques
• Communicate portfolio performance and status to executives and stakeholders
• Deliver high-performing, low-risk applications
• Lead purposeful decisions to build or buy solutions to meet customer needs balanced with technology strategy

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3)+ years of progressively responsible agile technology portfolio management
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field (we will consider equivalent experience)
• Strong ability to create and maintain relationships with customers and staff
• Self-motivated, self-directed, and highly accountable
• Ability to influence others without direct authority
• Thoughtful and self-aware, adept at asking questions and listening to understand
• A strong business acumen that includes fiscal insight, risk management, and critical thinking
• Working knowledge build vs buy decision making
• Growth mindset and a passion for learning and continuous improvement
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship
• Must be a resident of Washington state or willing to relocate

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using agile techniques
• Proven track record of managing agile technology portfolios
• Public sector work experience is preferred but is not a requirement
• Track record of building future-proof technology
• Industry certifications (CSPO, PSPO, ICP-LPM, etc.)
• Strong collaboration ability to secure team cohesion, react to change, and manage risk

Demonstrated ability to

• Achieve mutually agreed-upon outcomes where all stakeholders are heard and respected
• Collaborate and build relationships within and across teams
• Take accountability for results
• Build portfolio and product roadmaps and release plans
• Take the initiative and prioritize tasks with good time-management skills
• Anticipate risks, present options, and influence decision-makers
• Document product specifications and training

Skills

• Ability to listen to understand, and ensure all stakeholders feel valued and respected
• Strong oral and written communication, including compelling presentation skills
• Ability to deliver fact- and evidence-based clear and concise communication
• A high degree of business acumen and emotional intelligence
• Adept at simplifying business needs and the ability to explain them to others
• Advanced critical thinking applied to decisions, recommendations, and problem resolution

Interested persons should submit the following

• A résumé detailing the name(s) of employer(s), length of employment, position titles and scope of responsibilities
• A letter of interest describing applicable qualifications and experience. In your letter, please include the following information:
  • A description of your key strength(s). How will these strengths drive results and ensure your success in this role?
  • A description of your key professional growth opportunity(ies). How do you envision this role making a contribution to your professional growth?
  • Tell us about at least one time when you delivered results in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment. How did you set priorities, use resources, and follow up on commitments?

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SELECTION PROCESS
Screening will begin immediately and this recruitment is open until filled. Initial screening will be based solely on the information provided by the candidate.
Interviews will be granted to candidates most closely matching the hiring criteria.
LEG-TECH is an equal opportunity employer.Employment Type: Exempt