Senior Program Manager

As a Scrum Master at Tek Spikes, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our development teams to deliver high-quality software projects in a collaborative agile environment. You will facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, remove obstacles, and coach team members on Scrum principles to ensure continuous improvement and productivity. Your strong communication skills and leadership qualities will help foster a culture of transparency and accountability within the team. Key Responsibilities: Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective team collaboration and communication. Support the product owner in maintaining the product backlog and prioritizing work items based on business value. Remove impediments that hinder the team’s progress and provide solutions to challenges that arise. Coach team members on Agile principles and Scrum practices to enhance their understanding and effectiveness. Monitor and report on progress and metrics, providing visibility to stakeholders regarding team performance. Foster a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback and open communication. Promote self-organization and accountability within the team by encouraging ownership of tasks and projects. Engage with other Scrum Masters and agile coaches across the organization to align on best practices and methodologies. Requirements Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification required. - 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment. - Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and understanding of Agile principles. - Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills with proven experience leading teams. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. - Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello) is preferred. - Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Preferred Skills: - Experience in scaling Agile practices in larger organizations is a plus. - Knowledge of other methodologies like Kanban or Lean is beneficial.

We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. We are seeking an experienced Application Development Manager to direct our IT team based at our main office in Anderson, California. This position is not remote and requires living in the surrounding areas. The successful applicant requires current authorization to work in the United States as Sierra Pacific does not provide a Visa sponsorship. Sierra Pacific is a family-oriented company where employees are respected, integrity is valued, and a strong work ethic is recognized and rewarded. We seek qualified IT professionals to become a valued members of our IT team that takes pride in effectively responding to business needs and directly contributing to the success of the company. About the Position Manage, motivate, and effectively supervise a team of Application Developers on the IBM i (Power Systems) platform Effectively discern user and business needs, translate those needs to actionable requirements, and communicate realistic expectations Engage with team members and end users to solicit collaboration, facilitate productivity, and clarify program intent Identify and schedule work to meet company priorities and goals Partner with other IT department managers to coordinate project activities and promote a team environment Utilize business and technology experience to solve problems and innovate diverse software solutions Provide technical support, mentorship, training, and cross-training for team members Collaborate, maintain heightened awareness, and ensure commitment to support of all security and compliance requirements and cyber response plans Effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences of various levels within the Company Participate in staffing decisions Test, troubleshoot, and program as needed Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Application Development, or related Computer Science program 3 years’ project lead or management/supervisory experience 5 years’ experience with RPG IV / ILE RPG in a business environment Demonstrated leadership, motivation, and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships Experience in manufacturing and wood products is highly preferred Demonstrated sense of urgency and commitment to achieve efficient and accurate results Independently motivated, detail-oriented, and able to maintain focus on long-term projects Proven problem-solving and time-management skills Committed to the highest levels of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality Why Join Our Team? Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance. How to Apply If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to: Sierra Pacific Industries Human Resources PO Box 496011 Redding, CA 96049 (866) 378-8001 or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is from $135,000 to $195,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education. About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team. We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come. Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants. We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.

Job Description: Minimum 10 yrs IT experience with 5+ yrs in role of scrum master Coordinates and promotes participation in all Scrum events: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. Experience in managing Agile teams, backlog Tracking, sprint planning, burndown metrics, velocity, user stories etc. Facilitates and supports all scrum events: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. Strong knowledge of Scrum theory, rules and practices, agile framework or methods (i.e. Scrum, Kanban etc) Facilitates team involvement and logistical planning for all key Scrum events throughout the sprint cycle. Know about the value of metrics & Understand the fundamentals of iterative and incremental development. person search.

We are looking for motivated candidates to join our team at Sanctuary Medicinals! Please apply below. Job Title: Entry-Level IT support Technician Location: Littleton, MA (other locations in MA as needed) Job Type: Full-Time 40 hours per week Monday through Friday, non-exempt hourly Department: IT Reports To: IT Manager Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday with rotating on-call schedule. Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required for special projects or emergencies. Job site may change with or without notice due to operational needs. Locations to include Danvers, Gardner, Littleton, and/or Woburn. Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our IT team as a Level 1 Support Technician. The role involves providing first-line technical assistance to end-users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and assisting with basic network tasks including wire running, equipment deployment and troubleshooting, and acting as on-site support for retail locations as-needed. Key Responsibilities: Respond to help desk tickets, emails, and phone calls in a timely and professional manner both in person and remotely. Provide technical support for desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, and other peripherals. Troubleshoot and resolve basic software, hardware, and network issues. Assist with user account setup, password resets, and access permissions. Document issues and resolutions in the help desk system. Escalate complex issues to Level 2 support or appropriate IT staff. Assist with wire running, cable management, and physical workstation setups. Maintain inventory of IT equipment and supplies. Follow company IT policies and procedures. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; prior technical experience preferred Basic understanding of Windows OS, Microsoft Office, Networking, and common IT tools. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willingness to learn and grow This role requires the use of your own personal vehicle to travel between locations independently and as needed. Mileage reimbursement is provided at .30/mile. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with help desk ticketing systems (e.g., Spiceworks, Freshdesk, or similar). Basic networking knowledge (e.g., IP addressing, routers, switches). Experience with wire running and network equipment deployment. Experience working within Unifi network systems Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move 50lbs as needed. Ability to work in confined spaces Ability to climb ladders or utilize lifts Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch as needed. Ability to climb stairs or ladders when accessing network/IT equipment areas. Lift and carry equipment, computers, or peripherals typically weighing up to 25–50 pounds. Move and position equipment such as servers, monitors, and networking hardware. Use hands and fingers for typing, handling cables, small components, and tools. Fine motor skills for tasks like connecting wires, replacing parts, or repairing systems. Visual acuity to read technical manuals, computer screens, and small print. Distinguish colors for cable identification and diagnostic lights. Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions and audible signals from equipment. Work in office environments, server rooms, or data centers with variable temperatures and noise levels. May need to travel between worksites or within facilities. Sanctuary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Click To Apply!!

The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Workday), accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers.  *Local candidates strongly preferred. 1-2 days onsite may be required and/or when requested for meetings. Out-of-state candidates (100%) will be accepted.  Job Description: The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall strategy, planning, management, and completion of projects supporting Payroll functionality within the core ERP solution and any supporting ancillary applications and/or solutions.     • You will partner with project team members across state agencies and vendors to develop project scope and use your project management              skills to manage project roles, identify resource requirements, define project deliverables and execute. You will ensure effective                                  communications and relationships between stakeholders and project team members. • The ideal candidate should have a successful track record in project management, technology delivery, and operations. • The ideal candidate should be able to lead process improvement initiatives and IT projects to improve productivity, quality and employee                  experience. • Building the project plans, identification Payroll business requirements, process and functional design, prototyping, testing, training, defining            support procedures • Overall management, tracking and reporting of project schedule and activities, ensuring that the projects are delivered on time, within budget            and remain aligned to the business objectives. • Work closely with leaders, project teams and various stakeholders to ensure projects effectively mitigate risks, resolve issues, and deliver as            planned. • Facilitate cross-functional meetings and implementation plans and schedules, working with other project managers, functional experts, and              business partners. • Prepare communications to stakeholders, project artifacts, working documents and project schedules. • Review and maintain project financials, evaluating projects against their approved financial targets and benefits goals, and ensuring the                    creation of action plans to address variances, effectively manage change controls and escalate issues as appropriate. • Build and deliver project plans, status reports and metrics on test case development, test execution progress, track and monitor defect                      corrections, identify project dependencies and constraints. • Identify improvement opportunities for the organization and be an advocate for change • Plan, execute and monitor Payroll Technology projects with an eye on customer experience, supportability and successful operational                        transition into production. • Lead coordination for the training and other events that help share knowledge and skills with other team members. Required Technical and Professional Expertise: • Experience managing Payroll on ERP Cloud Solutions products such as Workday, Oracle Cloud HCM, Infor, SAP S4/HANA • Thrive in a diverse, fast-paced environment. • Experienced in use of project management tools and methodologies • Working knowledge of Agile methodology and practices • Think critically and analytically and can effectively apply logic to solve problems • Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others. • Excellent analytical, presentation, interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements to stakeholders,                    functional teams and vendors • Ability to mentor other Project Managers on Project Management methodologies Skills and Competencies:  • Ability to confidently present to C-Suite executives • Skilled at conflict resolution • Highly skilled at managing competing projects, risks, and issues. • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills • Demonstrated knowledge and aptitude of project management tools, techniques, and methodology. • Ability to accurately and adequately translate business requirements to technical requirements. • Skilled at conflict resolution Preferred Qualifications:  Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess the following: • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Project Online, and Visio,  • Excellent oral and written communication skills • State work experience • ERP Cloud work experience • Payroll, Talent Acquisition and/or learning management work experience. • PMP certified • College Degree in a related field with 8+ years professional experience • 5 years minimum experience as a project manager       

Want real-world AI experience that actually makes a difference? We’re building mission-driven AI chatbots for non-profits, and this is your chance to join the team. You’ll work alongside developers with 40+ years of programming and AI experience and see your code go live in projects that help people. This is a paid internship (20–40 hours to start, flexible schedule). Perfect for students, recent grads, or anyone eager to get hands-on with AI, cloud, and full-stack development. You’ll work on: SQL tables for chat history & memory storage Secure logins & password files Vectorizing data for multiple AI models (OpenAI, Watson, Grok, local LLMs) Azure server setup (Linux/Windows) API integrations & PyTorch add-ons What we’re looking for: Some background in SQL, Linux, and coding (C#/Blazor a plus) Comfortable learning new tools quickly Local to MA (Greater Boston/MetroWest/Worcester) and able to meet in Newton/Norwood To Apply: Send a short intro (who you are, where you live), your relevant experience (school projects are fine), availability, and hourly rate expectation. 👉 This is a rare chance to get hands-on AI experience in a real project, not a classroom exercise. If you’re motivated and ready to learn, we want to hear from you.