Apprentice

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.

CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.

For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, check out our Candidate Guide.

This apprenticeship position supports the organization's programs and initiatives in an assigned business area across the enterprise. The focus of this role is to support staff with existing projects and communication activities which empower employees through education on CNA’s information and assets.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As a crucial member of our Agile development environment, the junior scrum master will play a pivotal role in facilitating the successful delivery of work through effective Scrum practices. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and hands-on experience in an innovative and collaborative work environment.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

Scrum Facilitation

Assist in organizing and facilitating Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospectives

Foster a collaborative and transparent team culture by promoting open communication and information sharing

Metrics and Reporting

Assist in tracking key Agile metrics, such as team velocity, burn-down charts, and release burndown, to provide insights into team performance

Generate and maintain reports that highlight project progress and potential impediments

Continuous Improvement

Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team efficiency and delivery capabilities.

Identify and address impediments to the team's progress and collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective solutions.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Basic understanding of Agile principles and the Scrum framework Analytical, problem solving and communications skills Interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with peers, IT management and staff Knowledge of Agile tools (e.g., Jira) Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Candidate Qualifications:

Have at least one academic year left at community college

Available to work 20 hours minimum per week (work will be a hybrid style with the majority of time in the office located at 151 N Franklin

Earn passing grades (of a C or higher) in coursework

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Continue meeting program requirements with One Million Degrees, including attending Saturday Development Sessions, meetings with your program coordinator and coach, etc.

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact .

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