Junior Agile Projects Operation Manager

JST; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

JST seeks a Junior Agile Projects Operation Manager to support multiple project workstreams in a hybrid role with onsite presence in San Antonio, TX. You will assist Agile delivery, coordinate operations for Agile teams, and back up Scrum Master duties, driving momentum and clear communications.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in program operations, strong documentation skills, and familiarity with DoD environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or preferred in Engineering, Mathematics, or Business.
• Experience coordinating Agile delivery across multiple workstreams and technical domains.

Responsibilities

• Support Agile delivery across multiple technical workstreams (.NET, Java, Oracle EBS).
• Provide operational support and coordination for Agile capability development teams.
• Act as backup Scrum Master or Agile Lead and enable ceremonies and remove blockers.
• Craft clear team communications, documentation, and briefings with minimal oversight.
• Translate leadership priorities into actionable direction for distributed teams.
• Supervise and coordinate tasks for 25+ developers and analysts.
• Mentor team members in Agile practices and promote AI tools adoption.
• Continuously evaluate delivery processes and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Agile delivery

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring teams in Agile

Jira

Confluence

Power BI

Microsoft Office (O365)

SharePoint

5+ years program operations

Independent problem solving

Operational coordination

DoD program familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Jira

Confluence

ALM Octane

Power BI

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

JST is currently seeking a Junior Agile Projects Operation Manager to join our team. This position is a hybrid role with up to 3 days per week onsite in San Antonio, TX. This person would be supporting the operations and product delivery of multiple projects in a major USAF human resource management IT portfolio. JST offers a full benefit package, a collaborative work environment and strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Jr Agile Projects Operation Manager Responsibilities

• Support Agile delivery across multiple technical workstreams (.NET, Java, Oracle EBS) using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and the Microsoft 365 collaboration suite (Teams, SharePoint, Power BI, etc.).
• Provide direct operational support and coordination for the contract's Agile Capability Development Teams.
• Serve as a backup Scrum Master or Agile Lead, stepping in to lead ceremonies, manage blockers, and maintain team momentum when needed.
• Independently craft and deliver clear, concise team communications, documentation, and briefings with minimal oversight.
• Interpret leadership priorities and stakeholder input into actionable direction for distributed delivery teams.
• Supervise and coordinate tasking for 25+ developers, analysts, testers, system administrators, database administrators, and configuration managers.
• Mentor team members in Agile practices and promote adoption of AI tools and automation to improve quality and efficiency.
• Continuously evaluate delivery processes and identify opportunities for improvement or innovation.

Jr Agile Projects Operation Manager Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in program operations, project coordination, or Agile delivery.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Engineering, Mathematics, or Business.
• Ability to independently process technical and operational input, formulate understanding, and communicate clear next steps to teams.
• Demonstrated success creating polished documentation, team briefings, and planning artifacts.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with metrics tracking, issue triage, and structured team reporting (e.g., retrospectives, after-action reports).
• 3+ years of Microsoft Office productivity suite experience (O365, Teams, SharePoint).

Jr Agile Projects Operation Manager Desired Qualifications

• Scrum Master Certification (CSM, SAFe, or equivalent).
• CAPM or PMP certification.
• Familiarity with DoD and industry software development life cycles, especially in Oracle EBS, .NET, and Java.
• Familiarity with ALM Octane and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Experience with DoD programs (direct USAF experience preferred).
• Exposure to or interest in applying responsible AI solutions to delivery, testing, or knowledge management.

Required Clearances and Screenings

• MUST be able to pass a US Government Security Clearance

About Joint Strategic Technologies (JST)

No objective is beyond reach! Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) enables successful mission outcomes from the back office to the battlefield. Our team includes leading experts from military, government and the private sector, all working together to help federal customers make a difference. Our goal is to Elevate the Impact that our employees have on our customers and treat every employee as a valued member of our team. JST empowers employees to make decisions and take-action, thus improving overall organizational growth and employee development.

Culture isn't something you talk about. It's something you do. JST is committed to creating a positive environment 'that reaches beyond work and careers' to support every employee's professional and personal objectives. JST values the well-being of every employee and encourages healthy lifestyles, family activities and community involvement.

JST is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. JST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.