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DevOps Transformation Lead

Location: Grand Rapids, MI, Remote

Job Type: Long-term Contract

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented DevOps Transformation Lead to drive the

adoption of new tools and processes within our Digital organization. This role is pivotal in

facilitating a smooth transition to a revamped toolset while fostering a culture of

collaboration and efficiency. You will work closely with the DevOps team and additional

stakeholders to develop and execute a comprehensive change management strategy.

Additionally, the candidate will dedicate 50% of their time as a DevOps Dojo Coach,

providing hands-on coaching and training to teams to enhance their DevOps capabilities.

This role requires a proactive individual who can manage change initiatives, create and

organize content, and lead the team towards successful project completion. If you are a

driver who can make things happen with a high level of understanding and move projects

forward, we want to hear from you. This role would sit within the Digital DevOps team but

push initiatives that span multiple teams across the Digital organization.

Responsibilities

• Change Management: Develop and implement a comprehensive change

management plan to support the transition to new tools and processes.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify potential

resistance points and develop strategies to mitigate them.

• Training and Documentation: Create engaging training materials, including

PowerPoint presentations, wiki pages, and video recordings, to educate employees

on new tools and processes.

• Training Facilitation: Facilitate training sessions and provide ongoing support to

end-users.

• Adoption Metrics: Track adoption metrics and identify opportunities for process

improvement.

• Project Management: Lead large-scale initiatives and develop and maintain project

timelines and milestones.

• Change Culture: Foster a positive change culture by celebrating successes and

recognizing achievements.

• Ongoing Support: Provide ongoing support to the team, acting as a resource for

questions and troubleshooting.

• Proactive Leadership: Be proactive in driving initiatives forward, running with

minimal oversight, and ensuring the teams stay on track.

• Strategy and Brainstorming: Brainstorm with leadership to set future strategy.

• DevOps Dojo Coaching: Spend 50% of the time as a DevOps Dojo Coach, providing

hands-on coaching and training to teams to enhance their DevOps capabilities.

Experience

• 5+ years of Enterprise IT experience. Backgrounds may include Organization Change Management Specialist, Change Management Lead, Scrum Master, Business Analyst, DevOps Engineer, DevOps Dojo coach, or other relevant titles.
• Change Management: Proven experience in change management andorganizational development.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Energy and Enthusiasm: High level of energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• DevOps Practices: Passionate about DevOps practices and tools.
• Test Automation: Prefer experience with test automation frameworks and best practices
• Leadership: Prior leadership experience is a plus.
• Cloud Development: Experience with cloud development is highly desirable.
• Training Development: Experience creating training materials, wikis, and supporting documentation.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT is strongly preferred.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants

for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship,

disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status,

amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local

laws.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $75.00 - $85.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote