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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$145K - $160K *

Tackle multi-state fundraising initiatives as a senior leader, driving revenue growth through individual and institutional giving. Lead a high-performing team, engage advisory boards, and execute stra...

Today

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

$88K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovative HR solutions in a high-paced environment. Build recruitment strategies, enhance employee engagement, and forge partnerships with business leaders to promote a pos...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $176K *

Empower organizational success by providing strategic HR support, enhancing employee relations, and driving talent acquisition for a diverse client group. Collaborate with management to optimize HR pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive innovation, optimize processes, and achieve strategic objectives while fostering a collaborative culture and continuous improvement acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving M&A success by leading financial strategy, target evaluation, and integration planning. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify opportunities and execute critical phases...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $240K *

Champion the advancement of HR technology and analytics, leading enterprise-wide initiatives to enhance workforce insights and data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with senior leaders to implement...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving growth by developing strategic relationships with key corporate clients. This role focuses on customer acquisition and requires a proactive approach to sales and business de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by driving growth strategies and fostering relationships with key decision-makers. Lead initiatives to enhance customer acquisition and develop tailored solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of innovative data solutions, enhancing decision-making across the institution. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and build a high-performi...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Transform data governance by leading cross-functional analytics initiatives that empower decision-making and enhance institutional trust through robust data solutions and a modernized ecosystem...

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

$90K - $125K *

Elevate employee performance by architecting a comprehensive learning strategy that drives engagement, compliance, and measurable impact across the organization, ensuring every team member excels in d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-impact enterprise projects, managing complex Salesforce implementations and integrations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and q...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role leading PMO practices and optimizing Kantata. Drive user-centric delivery processes, enhance data integrity, and ensure seamless engagement lifecycle management ac...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $139K *

Shape the future of our operations by enhancing training programs and processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation of technical development initiatives, driving quality and col...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion a transformative people strategy that fosters an inclusive, high-performing culture. Lead talent development, employee relations, and organizational initiatives while aligning with strategic...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $139K *

Elevate regional operations by standardizing processes and enhancing training programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation of technical development initiatives, driving colleagu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Elevate regional operations by standardizing processes and enhancing training programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation of technical development initiatives, driving colleagu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Develop and maintain regional training programs to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering colleague success through effective instructional delivery and c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Optimize regional operations by enhancing training programs and processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation of technical development initiatives, driving colleague success and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing operational excellence through process standardization and technical training. You'll support regional goals by developing training materials and facilitating k...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Drive regional standardization and quality by supporting technical development and training initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery and ensure colleague succes...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Transform regional operations by enhancing training programs, ensuring process standardization, and driving continuous improvement to support client-facing service colleagues and optimize performance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Elevate your career by supporting regional standardization and quality initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance training programs and ensure effective adoption of business processes, driving col...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Elevate your career by supporting regional goals in standardization and quality. As a key member of the Operations team, you'll enhance colleague success through training, process documentation, and t...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $139K *

Join us to enhance operational excellence by developing training programs, maintaining process documentation, and supporting regional teams in delivering effective client-facing services and continuou...

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  •   5 - 7 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.