Strategic Agile PM Lead: Azure DevOps & Cross-Functional

Jobtailor; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Washington, DC is seeking a seasoned project manager to join our team. You will participate in joint working groups and lead cross-functional initiatives to advance SFLC strategic projects and pilot programs.

The role requires expertise in Agile practices, modern PM tools, and executive-level reporting. You will coordinate across leadership and external stakeholders to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong, demonstrated understanding of Coast Guard (CG) organizational structure, culture, and processes.
• Proven ability to operate independently with minimal guidance, taking full ownership of complex initiatives.
• Demonstrated expertise in Agile project management practices.
• Hands-on proficiency with modern project management toolsets (Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence, etc.).
• Background in developing and maintaining implementation plans, POA&M, risk matrices, and decision artifacts.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills; expert ability to prepare executive-level reports and decision briefs.
• Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills across matrixed, cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a core member of joint working groups to support and advance SFLC strategic initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance, alignment, and seamless coordination across cross-functional teams, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Lead and manage diverse, matrixed project teams to achieve the core objectives of SFLC strategic projects and pilot programs.
• Utilize modern IT project management platforms (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence) to track progress and maintain visibility.
• Employ Agile project management methodologies to drive adaptable, efficient workflows.
• Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, resource allocation, and robust risk management strategies.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, analyze and develop Courses of Action (COAs), prepare decision-maker artifacts, and navigate complex organizational processes.
• Oversee all operational actions required to ensure end-to-end project success and delivery.
• Draft and deliver executive-level reports across the project lifecycle, including a comprehensive final summary report upon project completion.
• Support the end-to-end development and execution of business process improvement and modernization initiatives within the Business Operations Division.
• Lead integrated project teams to define, document, and roll out modernization strategies and technical solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and execute Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M), ensuring alignment with strategic organizational goals.
• Devise innovative strategies to solve complex operational challenges.
• Drive project execution strictly against approved POA&M, ensuring on-time outcome delivery and adherence to high-quality standards.

Skills

Agile project management

Stakeholder management

Independent operation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Facilitation skills

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Jobtailor in Washington, DC is seeking a seasoned project manager to join our team. You will participate in joint working groups and lead cross-functional initiatives to advance SFLC strategic projects and pilot programs.

The role requires expertise in Agile practices, modern PM tools, and executive-level reporting. You will coordinate across leadership and external stakeholders to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery and continuous process improvement.