Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) Jobs

Explore Chief Diversity Officer opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Chief Diversity Officers shape how organizations advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, connecting people-focused initiatives with business strategy and measurable outcomes.

What Does a Chief Diversity Officer Do?

A CDO typically advises executive leadership, develops organization-wide inclusion strategies, and helps embed equitable practices across hiring, advancement, employee experience, and business operations. Responsibilities may include analyzing workforce data, setting goals, guiding training and communications, overseeing employee resource groups, and reporting progress to senior leaders or boards. The scope varies by organization and industry.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek senior leadership experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, human resources, organizational development, or a related field. Strong candidates combine strategic planning and change management with communication, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and the ability to influence across an organization. Some roles may require an advanced degree or experience in a particular sector.

CDO Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and the position’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000, making it a resource for experienced leaders looking for senior CDO and related executive opportunities. Related titles may include Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, VP of DEI, and Head of Inclusion.

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Search current CDO openings to compare leadership responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information. Use Ladders to discover professional opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

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$150K *

Elevate Medicaid partnerships by driving strategic sales initiatives, securing contracts, and fostering client relationships. Lead a team to achieve growth targets while navigating market dynamics and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading product development for Salesforce Health Cloud solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and deliver impactful software that enhances patient servic...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving client success for enterprise accounts. Lead customer engagement, ensure adoption of solutions, and collaborate effectively with teams to promote renewals, expansion, and s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$227K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise intelligence strategy, enhancing data governance, and driving analytics transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and...

Des Plaines, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$1000K+ *

Explore the opportunity to launch and lead your own ABA practice, guiding a team while delivering evidence-based therapy to families. Enjoy comprehensive operational support, flexible scheduling, and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Transform digital employee experiences by engineering and optimizing the Nexthink platform. Leverage your expertise in automation, integrations, and analytics to drive improvements across enterprise I...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$184K - $230K *

Shape the future of product security by leading architecture reviews and risk mitigation strategies. Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to embed security throughout the development life...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive the Enablement function for AI deployments, leading strategy and team development. Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and partners to create scalable learning solutions, ensuring succes...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $145K *

Drive growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in risk management and medical education. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, manage sales pipelines, and ensure alignment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Champion client success by leading a dynamic team to drive growth strategies, enhance client relationships, and integrate innovative solutions. Influence operational excellence while fostering a cultu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower clients by leading the implementation of innovative solutions, ensuring successful adoption and integration of Omnissa Workspace ONE. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive business outcomes...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$234K - $300K *

Pioneer your career by leading strategic operations to optimize cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance business frameworks and drive commercial productivity in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful employment law solutions as a Virtual Office Counsel, managing administrative charges and litigation while collaborating with a skilled legal team in a flexible, remote environment foc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading impactful projects in a dynamic environment. As a Project Manager, you'll coordinate efforts across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment and delivering h...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Elevate the business impact by transforming complex datasets into clear insights and actionable reports. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate performance metrics drive decision-making and foste...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $235K *

Lead the charge in building a robust partner ecosystem for defense contractors, driving revenue through MSSPs, MSPs, RPOs, and C3PAOs. Own partner recruitment, enablement, and success, while collabora...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in healthcare, tackling ambiguous challenges directly. Collaborate with top experts, shipping impactful products at speed while taking full ownership of your work and d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes for federal contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships, driv...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $330K *

Lead a dynamic team to shape technology portfolio management, ensuring strategic alignment and delivery excellence across product and engineering initiatives while fostering collaboration and accounta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Drive growth and innovation by leading commercial strategies in the Media, Entertainment, and Gaming sectors. Collaborate with teams to enhance client relationships, identify new opportunities, and en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $135K *

Drive your career in cyber claims by managing primary first-party claims. Collaborate with teams and external vendors to ensure optimal outcomes while receiving mentorship and support in a fully remot...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in major data center transactions, structuring complex deals and managing long-term infrastructure relationships to drive growth and strategic initiatives for the business...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $105K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, overseeing daily operations and team performance. Ensure accurate budgeting and reporting while collaborating cross-functionally to support organiza...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $300K *

Drive the technical strategy and execution for digital products, collaborating with leaders to align capabilities with business goals. Lead teams to enhance operational excellence and foster innovatio...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $225K *

Join a team that drives exceptional customer experiences by leading the charge in customer success. You'll enhance processes, foster retention, and connect product insights to elevate satisfaction, ul...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Diversity Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Diversity Officer is an executive leader who helps guide an organization’s strategy and practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The role often involves advising leadership, coordinating initiatives, and evaluating progress.

  • What does a Chief Diversity Officer do?question toggle

    CDO responsibilities may include developing inclusion strategies, reviewing workforce data, supporting equitable talent practices, advising executives, and communicating outcomes. Duties differ across employers and industries.

  • What qualifications are common for Chief Diversity Officer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for senior leadership experience in DEI, human resources, organizational development, or a related area, along with strong communication, strategic planning, change management, and analytical skills. Requirements vary by role.

  • How much do Chief Diversity Officers earn?question toggle

    CDO compensation varies based on location, industry, employer size, and responsibilities. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual postings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Chief Diversity Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Chief Diversity Officer and related executive opportunities on Ladders, a job site focused on professional roles paying at least $100,000.