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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$80K - $95K *

Empower Ontario's innovation economy by guiding entrepreneurs and startups. In this dynamic role, you'll identify technologies, foster collaborations, and drive commercialization efforts, all while ma...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dedicated team in effective property management, ensuring optimal operations, tenant relations, and collaboration with social services to enhance community living standards and uphold organizat...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize property management and operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and fostering community partnerships while maintaining compliance with housing regulations and fi...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion growth by driving sales of full-cycle electrical solutions. Collaborate with teams to expand customer relationships and identify new business opportunities, ensuring alignment with market dem...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining project management excellence. Lead our PMO, guiding a talented group of Project Managers to ensure successful project execution, foster collaboration, and drive continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cross-functional initiatives that drive growth and efficiency across the organization. Own strategic projects from concept to execution while enhancing operational proces...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $233K *

Transform organizational change management by leading enterprise-wide strategies for a large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation, ensuring stakeholder engagement and successful adoption across all levels...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $112K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with leadership to craft compelling donor materials, driving major gift strategies, and enhancing engagement across departments to support transformative funding init...

3 days ago

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

$115K - $135K *

Engage in transformative fundraising efforts by developing and executing strategies to cultivate major donors, enhance community support, and lead impactful events that align with organizational prior...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead corporate procurement and strategic sourcing to enhance supplier partnerships, reduce risk, and drive cost efficiency across multiple locations. Collaborate with various teams to support producti...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$145K - $177K *

Transform higher education sales by driving revenue growth, managing teams, and crafting innovative market strategies. Lead a dedicated group to exceed targets, foster collaboration, and establish bes...

4 weeks ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide operational excellence initiatives. Drive program management, quality assurance, and risk management improvements across multiple business units to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge energy infrastructure projects, overseeing joint ventures and contract negotiations. Enhance business strategies in thermal generation, renewable energy, and l...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful fundraising initiatives by leading a dedicated team, cultivating donor relationships, and executing comprehensive strategies to support institutional goals and enhance financial sustai...

Today

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

$158K - $197K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing vendor performance, and driving procurement excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement sustainable practices and o...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$158K - $197K *

Empower your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing vendor performance, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement sustainable procurement pra...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$141K - $194K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale learning programs that drive engagement and align with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to design impactful experiences and leverage data for conti...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $180K *

Lead and develop a high-performing team of Sales Development Representatives, driving top-of-funnel pipeline and optimizing conversion strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ach...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$247K - $345K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives, optimizing program execution, and enhancing technology portfolio management. Drive cross-functional collaboration and operational eff...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $138K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing contact center processes, and driving efficiency through data-driven strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing all phases of architectural projects. Collaborate with teams, ensure financial performance, and maintain client relationships while integrating sustainable design...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage with federal clients to drive organizational transformation initiatives, applying analytical skills to support complex change efforts. Lead multidisciplinary teams to create impactful deliverab...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Champion strategic program leadership by integrating cross-functional teams, managing late-phase development, and ensuring alignment from regulatory submission to launch readiness. Drive program succe...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in shaping HR strategies that align with business goals, manage HR teams, and foster a positive work environment. Drive recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement ini...

Orangeville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.