Agile Coach

This position is offered through HireGenics and is not a direct employment opportunity with Southwest Airlines Co. The role is contingent and may transition to full-time employment at the discretion of Southwest Airlines Co, based on performance, business needs, and other factors. Please note that contingent workers are subject to the terms and conditions set by HireGenics during the contingent period.

Job SummaryResponsible for supporting project teams by providing expert knowledge and coaching in Agile methods, developing and leading Quality and championing innovation and process improvement. Train and develop high-performing teams to ensure effective outcomes for the organization and guide and coach team members and leaders to embrace agile methods. Understand where the teams are in their Agile Digital Transformation journey and offer the right approach to support their growth.ResponsibilitiesPartner with Senior Leadership and other Departments to lead Technology programs in support of the Company's strategic plan as a project/program leadership expert responsible for driving analysis, recommendations, decisions and deliveryDefine and drive complex program plans for multiple, simultaneous, related projects or for a single highly complex project including scope, budget and schedule. Execute tasks defined in the program plan to achieve program goals using standard program and project management methodologies and practicesPartner with resource managers, Business Partners and vendors to assemble a project Team and provide ongoing motivation to drive projects to completionMonitor program risks, issues, and scope and ensure the appropriate level of priority, visibility and escalationProvide thought leadership to program stakeholders and facilitate strategic decision making related to program objectivesEstablish cross functional alliances across the Company to drive resultsBuild trust and relationships; influence cross-functionally and across diverse teamsMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's LeadersKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of program and project processes, problem management tools and proceduresExpert knowledge of application impact on operational and business functionsKnowledge of MS Project, Visio, MS Office Suite including SharePointAbility to interpret corporate financial analysis and financial statementsAbility to assume a high level of responsibility and provide direction in a Team-oriented environment and direct tasks to completion by scheduled completion dateAbility to effectively communicate verbally and writtenKnowledge of issues/risk management and project change requests requiredKnowledge of strategic and financial analysisAdditional Job DescriptionAdditional Job DescriptionEducationRequired: High School Diploma or GEDRequired: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or the equivalent formal training requiredExperienceRequired: Advanced-level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:delivering/coaching in an Agile environmentdemonstrating leadership of Agile teamsLicensing/CertificationN/APhysical AbilitiesAbility to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the jobAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the jobOther QualificationsMust maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines

This role is contingent and may transition to full-time employment at the discretion of Southwest Airlines Co, based on performance, business needs, and other factors. To view benefits offered to Southwest Employees, review our Benefits page .

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