Director of Organizational Development Jobs

Discover Director of Organizational Development opportunities with Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Directors in this field help organizations perform at their best by aligning people, structures, leadership, and workplace culture with business goals.

What Does a Director of Organizational Development Do?

A Director of Organizational Development (OD) leads initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness. Responsibilities may include guiding organizational design, building leadership and talent development programs, improving employee engagement, and helping teams navigate change. The role often partners with executives, HR leaders, and business units to turn strategic priorities into practical programs and measurable outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in organizational development, human resources, talent management, or a related field. Important strengths can include strategic planning, change management, organizational design, leadership development, facilitation, communication, and data-informed decision-making. Many director-level positions also call for experience leading teams, managing complex initiatives, and influencing senior stakeholders. Specific education and credential requirements vary by employer.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director of Organizational Development roles are available across industries and organizations of different sizes. Depending on the employer, the position may focus on enterprise-wide transformation, executive development, culture and engagement, workforce planning, or organizational effectiveness. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles aligned with their leadership expertise and career goals.

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Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use Ladders to identify Director of Organizational Development jobs that match your background in people strategy, organizational change, and business leadership.

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$135K - $150K *

Deliver strategic partnerships within Finance & IT, driving revenue growth and market expansion. Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate and scale fintech, banking, and IT management partnerships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $125K *

Manage a team of medical writers to develop impactful scientific content, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to drive medical strategies and delivera...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion social strategy and community engagement, driving impactful growth across multiple channels. Lead a dynamic team to create culturally relevant content, leveraging AI for efficiency and innova...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex power systems studies projects for mission critical facilities, ensuring accurate execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while collaborating with inte...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by originating and managing commercial mortgage and equity investments across Southern California and Las Vegas. Collaborate with a dynamic team to evaluate opportunities and drive st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead Oracle Cloud EPM projects, ensuring timely delivery and high quality. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage resources to achieve project objectives, fostering team success and effective commun...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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Lafayette, CORemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $246K *

Unlock potential by driving customer transformation and success in strategic accounts. Leverage your leadership skills to enhance value across deployments, ensuring satisfaction and optimizing the ado...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$164K - $314K *

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Herndon, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top global talent while establishing scalable systems that align with organizational growth objectives and culture enhancement...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$129K - $193K *

Innovate exceptional customer experiences by managing complex global deployments, leveraging expertise in HCM, Payroll, and Financial solutions while enhancing methodologies through effective stakehol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$167K - $208K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $232K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in establishing a new SaaS Tax Compliance offering, building C-level partnerships and driving strategic sales initiatives to enhance market presence and credibility in the HCM Payroll...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming Oracle HCM practices by driving strategic growth, fostering innovation, and building high-performing teams. Collaborate with clients and partners to deliver exceptional...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$401K - $500K+*

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive drug development strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of integrated plans, manage risks, and de...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $298K *

Lead the charge in shaping Root's platform and AI engineering strategy, overseeing critical infrastructure and driving operational excellence across teams to deliver intelligent products at scale...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform business growth by generating leads and fostering client relationships across Chemicals, O&G, Power, Metals, and Advanced Facilities sectors, driving profitability and strategic sales initia...

Baton Rouge, LARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$164K - $180K *

Transform internal communications and employer branding as a strategic leader. Drive engagement, enhance storytelling, and shape organizational culture while collaborating across functions to elevate...

Washington DC, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of go-to-market strategy by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution governance, and shaping long-range plans to achieve growth objectives in a dynamic, global environmen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$127K - $243K *

Lead a high-performing team to define and execute technology strategies for Property & Casualty, driving modernization and operational efficiencies while ensuring agile delivery and stakeholder collab...

Plano, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Organizational Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Organizational Development leads programs and strategies that improve how an organization works. This can include organizational design, leadership development, employee engagement, talent initiatives, and change management.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Organizational Development jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for relevant experience in organizational development, HR, talent management, or organizational effectiveness, along with strengths in strategic planning, change leadership, communication, and stakeholder management. Some roles may require an advanced degree or professional credentials.

  • What skills are important for an Organizational Development Director?question toggle

    Key skills often include organizational design, change management, leadership coaching and development, facilitation, workforce planning, data analysis, communication, and the ability to influence senior leaders.

  • Where can I find Director of Organizational Development jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders lists vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse current Director of Organizational Development openings and review each listing for its salary range, responsibilities, and qualifications.

  • How can I advance to a Director of Organizational Development role?question toggle

    Build a track record leading organization-wide initiatives, such as leadership development, culture change, talent strategy, or organizational redesign. Strengthen your ability to connect people programs to business outcomes and demonstrate experience advising leaders and managing complex change.