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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$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Consultant, driving software solutions from ideation to launch. Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver value, enhance user experience, and shape the future of technology...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead human resources initiatives, fostering a vibrant culture and driving talent development in a dynamic hospitality environment. Oversee recruitment, employee relations, and compl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Transform the workplace culture by leading HR initiatives that enhance talent development, employee engagement, and compliance. Drive strategic recruitment and foster a positive environment at a premi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by partnering with leadership teams to drive HR strategy, enhance employee engagement, and manage recruitment processes across multiple locations, fostering a positive culture while e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead business development and capture efforts across federal sectors. Utilize your expertise to identify opportunities, build relationships, and drive strategic growth initiativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of program management by leading delivery methodologies and governance across a multi-million portfolio in professional services, focusing on Audit technology and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth initiatives by coordinating complex projects, supporting corporate development transactions, and collaborating with executive leaders to ensure successful execution from concept...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Transform business operations by leading high-impact initiatives that drive revenue and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and make strategic decisions for sus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focused on enhancing organizational capability through innovative learning, leadership development, and talent management initiatives that drive business effecti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Champion high-impact professional learning initiatives to enhance leadership skills and drive student achievement across multiple campuses, ensuring alignment with educational frameworks and fostering...

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

$140K - $150K *

Lead the efficient operations and management of a senior living community, ensuring compliance with regulations, budgetary goals, and a supportive environment for residents while overseeing staff perf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $145K *

Lead contract operations to ensure effective evaluation services for international labor initiatives. Manage personnel, budgets, and deliverables while serving as primary liaison to stakeholders and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Engage in enhancing employee experiences by managing onboarding, payroll, and workplace operations. Collaborate with leadership to streamline processes and improve workplace culture across multiple lo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across Business Units, ensuring accurate forecasting, insightful reporting, and effective execution. Collaborate closely with GMs to enhance perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support our EMR and clinical applications projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring successful implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $170K *

Drive your career with strategic HR leadership, enhancing employee relations and operational effectiveness across a dynamic manufacturing and consumer products environment, while fostering organizatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $240K *

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

$207K - $310K *

Champion the global incentive compensation operations, leading a team to ensure accurate payouts and compliance. Collaborate across departments to drive process improvements and leverage technology fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Drive global incentive compensation operations, ensuring accurate payouts and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and implement automation, while leading a team fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Lead a global team to ensure accurate incentive compensation payouts, collaborating across departments to drive process improvements and AI adoption while enhancing the seller experience and complianc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Manage a global team to ensure accurate incentive payouts, drive process improvements, and collaborate across departments. Lead the implementation of compensation plans while enhancing seller experien...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $310K *

Drive the future of incentive compensation operations by leading a global team to ensure accurate payouts, enhance processes, and collaborate across departments to optimize performance and compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $276K *

Join us to lead a global team in optimizing incentive compensation operations, ensuring accurate payouts and compliance. Collaborate across departments to drive process improvements and enhance the se...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.