Product Owner

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Chicago, IL that is seeking a Product Owner.

Responsibilities:
* Work with Project, Business, Product, and Technology teams to define requirements, development, data, and process changes needed to convert to the new regulatory requirements for SMS messages
* Lead product activities: discovery, solutioning, requirements, story writing, risk/dependency identification, development management, partner on QA & UAT testing, and deployment coordination
* Understanding of and experience with Analytics (patterns/trends), Personas, Journeys, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Interviews - all as a basis for sound and evidenced product change and design
* Partner with Product, Testing, Technology, and Businesses to ensure successful scheduling, releasing, and validation to production
* Write accurate and complete Jira issues (stories, bugs, tasks) and drive execution and delivery across multiple scrum and partner teams. Maintain impeccable Jira hygiene for transparency and visibility to work being done
* Engage in and participate in all ceremonies, meetings, and operating routines to ensure successful delivery
* Effectively manage timelines and dependencies while monitoring blockers, ensuring adequate resourcing
* Lead with adherence to the firm's risk, controls, compliance, and regulatory requirements

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of experience in digital product management or Agile software development with a track record of delivery from discovery to performance management
* 5+ years of experience owning Product and Sprint backlogs which enable development for the overall delivery scope
* 5+ years of data literacy and analysis skills, understanding and using data to craft narratives for varied audiences
* 5+ year of experience writing requirements, epics, stories/bugs/tasks to support product development, business implementation, and discovery
* 5+ years of experience effectively manages timelines and dependencies while monitoring blockers, ensuring adequate resourcing, and liaising with stakeholders and functional partners
* Proficient Jira, Confluence, Mural, Powerpoint, and Excel
* Proficient in Scrum, Kanban, or Hybrid delivery models
* Self-starter with strong written/verbal communication, a clear vision of the efficient and effective way to get things done and an iterative mindset to try, fail and pivot as needed
* You can get around roadblocks and stay focused on your goals
* You're well organized, able to multitask and able to prioritize your work
* Ability to enhance communication between technical teams and business lines/stakeholders
* Proven success in collaborating, influencing, and driving decisions with multiple stakeholders
* Excellent communication and presentation skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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