Organizational Development Specialist Jobs

Explore Organizational Development Specialist jobs focused on helping organizations improve how they work, grow, and adapt. These professionals use research, facilitation, and people-centered strategies to strengthen workplace culture, develop talent, guide change, and improve organizational performance. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Organizational Development Specialists Do

Organizational Development Specialists assess workplace needs and design initiatives that support business goals. Depending on the employer, responsibilities may include conducting organizational assessments, supporting leadership and employee development, facilitating workshops, improving team effectiveness, and evaluating the impact of change programs. Specialists often partner with HR, executives, managers, and employees across the organization.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong communication, facilitation, analytical, and project management skills. Experience with organizational change, employee engagement, learning and development, leadership development, culture initiatives, or talent strategy can be valuable. Roles may call for a bachelor’s or advanced degree in organizational development, human resources, business, psychology, or a related field, along with relevant professional experience.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Organizational Development Specialists work across industries and may advance into senior specialist, consultant, program lead, or organizational development leadership roles. Scope and compensation vary based on factors such as experience, industry, location, and organizational complexity. Browse Ladders to find vetted openings paying $100,000 or more and discover opportunities aligned with your expertise.

Find Organizational Development Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore professional roles in organizational development, change management, employee experience, and talent development. Review current openings, compare responsibilities, and identify opportunities where you can help organizations build more effective and adaptable workplaces.

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$135K - $170K *

Shape the future of environmental planning by leading complex CEQA reviews, managing multidisciplinary teams, and advising clients on sustainable practices. Drive impactful projects from inception to...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $135K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic Knowledge Management program that enhances IT support services, fosters collaboration, and drives efficiency for a large-scale enterprise environment. Make a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career as you design and secure automated delivery pipelines, ensuring streamlined deployment and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud infrastruct...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of AI integration by creating clear, comprehensive documentation that supports workflows and operations. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure effective implementation and us...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

$92K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $283K *

Take ownership of the design and management of high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams in a dyna...

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4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $130K *

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RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize enterprise database solutions, leveraging Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and AWS technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data integration and s...

Sterling, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights by building robust data pipelines, dashboards, and monitoring frameworks. Leverage expertise in Skyline DataMiner to enhance network performance analytics and e...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise AI adoption by building a qualified pipeline through strategic outbound prospecting. Collaborate with Account Executives to engage key stakeholders and facilitate...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive HRIS excellence by optimizing technologies and core processes, enhancing compliance, and delivering impactful solutions that elevate operational efficiency and employee experience across the org...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Champion a global HSEQ strategy, fostering compliance and quality across operational regions while developing a proactive safety culture and optimizing customer service delivery in the solar and stora...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career by driving revenue growth in the acute care market through new customer acquisition and account expansion. Manage the full sales lifecycle while collaborating with internal teams to d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $263K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $115K *

Champion market growth by translating strategies into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance execution, streamline processes, and drive pipeline success in a dynamic, rem...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving project success in mission-critical environments. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee design and construction phases, manage stakeholder relations, and ensure project profi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Elevate procurement efficiency by supporting contract operations, developing documentation, and liaising with stakeholders. Play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulations while managing compl...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

1 week ago

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

$81K - $86K *

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Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$114K - $132K *

Pioneer strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and secure six and seven-figure gifts. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational impact and utilize donor insights...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage IT projects to implement M365 solutions for diverse clients, ensuring successful execution of project goals and fostering collaboration between teams...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive business growth by leading end-to-end capture efforts in cybersecurity and intelligence sectors. Engage customers, shape strategies, and close deals while owning the full lifecycle of opportunit...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $108K *

Explore a dynamic role supporting outside plant projects, ensuring material accuracy and inventory management. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and track construction milestones while maint...

Appleton, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead enterprise architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure solutions align with mission objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into actionable d...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Organizational Development Specialist do?question toggle

    An Organizational Development Specialist helps improve organizational effectiveness by assessing workplace needs and supporting initiatives such as change management, leadership development, employee engagement, team effectiveness, and culture improvement.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Organizational Development Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but many roles seek experience in organizational development, human resources, learning and development, or change management. Employers may also value a relevant degree, project management ability, facilitation skills, and strong communication and analytical capabilities.

  • Where do Organizational Development Specialists work?question toggle

    They work in organizations across many industries, including corporations, healthcare, technology, financial services, consulting, and nonprofit organizations. Some roles are based within HR or people teams, while others sit in strategy or transformation functions.

  • How can I find Organizational Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Organizational Development Specialist listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, responsibilities, and locations to find opportunities that match your experience.

  • What are common career paths for Organizational Development Specialists?question toggle

    Career paths may include senior organizational development specialist, change management consultant, leadership development manager, talent development leader, or director of organizational development, depending on experience and employer needs.