Scrum Product Owner (Health Plan/MCO experience)

Job Summary:

The Scrum Product Owner fulfills the role of Scrum Product Owner as defined by the principles of Scrum to maximize the value of the IT product and work of the development team.

Essential Functions:

Develop the strategic vision for an IT product

Work closely with the Scrum team to maintain focus on goals, alignment with business needs and urgent matters, and adherence to strategic vision

Motivate the Scrum team by leading with purpose and providing clear goals and direction

Own prioritization of the product backlog including definition of user stories and acceptance criteria

Prioritize IT work in accordance with strategic vision, company goals and industry trends

Ensure acceptance criteria for UAT is set

Keep customers or users apprised of status and getting their feedback

Communicate effectively to ensure internal stakeholder expectations are set correctly

Participate in Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, and Sprint Demos

Understand, use, and champion agile best practices

Partner with stakeholders to understand needs across the enterprise

Work closely with other Product Owners to ensure product roadmap priorities are being met

Work closely with other Product Owners to identify dependencies, overlap, and integration opportunities

Perform any other job related instructions as requested

Education and Experience:

Bachelor of Science/Arts degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required

Master’s Degree in Business or Health Administration is preferred

Minimum of five (5) years of business management or health care operations experience in insurance, managed care, or related industry is required

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in leading business initiatives to drive systemic change is required

Minimum of two (2) years of experience acting in a functional Agile Product Owner or Scrum Master role is required

Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Advanced computer skills

Formal Product Owner training is preferred

Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management within the organization and across multiple organizational layers

Strong interpersonal, leadership and relationship building skills

Must be effective and efficient in identifying and proposing creative, innovative solutions to complex, time—critical challenges

Excellent analysis and collaboration skills

Ability to develop, prioritize and accomplish goals

Critical listening and thinking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Decision making/problem solving skills

Ability to multitask and juggle competing priorities

Time management skills

Licensure and Certification:

Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) Certification is preferred

Working Conditions:

General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time

$94,100.00 - $164,800.00 CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package.

Salary

Organization Level Competencies

- Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture - Cultivate Partnerships - Develop Self and Others - Drive Execution - Influence Others - Pursue Personal Excellence - Understand the Business

This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.

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