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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$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to shape corporate strategy by translating insights into actionable recommendations that drive growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify opportunities and influence decisi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Discover your potential by leading complex Workday integrations with a focus on Financial Management. Engage with clients and teams to create scalable solutions, drive project success, and support the...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $163K *

Transform the employee experience by leading U.S. and Canadian benefits and compensation operations. Help optimize global processes and drive improvements in operational excellence within a collaborat...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in executive communications and strategic initiatives, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering insights to senior leadership. Collaborate on high-impact projects while suppor...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $300K *

Pioneer new sales initiatives by building a pipeline and engaging with diverse industrial clients. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to deliver comprehensive energy solutions while shaping th...

Hiawatha, IARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $200K *

Manage the campaign calendar and ensure timely launches by transforming customer requests into actionable specs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain project alignment and drive success...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, large-scale programs and projects, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive success b...

Missouri, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of learning management by overseeing the execution of Workday Learning. Collaborate with HR Technology to enhance the learning catalog, manage enrollments, and ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $195K *

Shape the future of enterprise AI solutions by leading technical delivery and client engagement. Utilize your expertise in AI platforms to create measurable outcomes and drive adoption, while collabor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $100K *

Contribute to the delivery of preimplantation genetic testing services by providing expert genetic counseling, managing cases, and collaborating with teams to ensure high standards in genetic testing...

Trumbull, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$243K - $365K *

Empower teams by leading the development of innovative Leader Enablement products. Drive strategy, roadmap execution, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance talent management and coaching solut...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $196K *

Transform public health analytics by leading AI development and deployment. Guide multidisciplinary teams to create scalable solutions, ensuring compliance and quality while driving innovation and col...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your SAP EHS expertise to guide enterprises through complex regulatory landscapes. Collaborate with teams to develop tailored solutions that enhance compliance and dr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $260K *

Unlock the potential of clean energy by guiding homeowners through the transition to solar power. Drive sales from lead acquisition to close, supported by top-notch customer service and operations tea...

Richardson, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $185K *

Champion client engagement success by overseeing RWD project delivery, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining strategic communication across teams to foster long-term client satisfaction and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $109K *

Advance the future of Building Information Modeling by leading BIM strategies, ensuring model quality, and mentoring teams. Drive innovation through technology initiatives and enhance project delivery...

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6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise architecture by leading solution design initiatives that align technology with business goals, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and compliance across systems and applica...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Manage board relations and special projects, ensuring effective communication and support for the Executive Director. Collaborate across teams to execute organizational priorities and enhance governan...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$148K - $190K *

Join us to lead user experience design on our innovative learning platform. You'll own the design end-to-end, establishing a design system, shaping navigation, and enhancing the student experience thr...

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4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion enablement initiatives across Technical and Sales domains, partnering with experts to define and execute programs. Lead content development, delivery, and continuous improvement efforts to en...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Build customer relationships by delivering seamless onboarding and maximizing platform adoption, driving value realization through proactive guidance and cross-team collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $111K *

Join us to design and implement innovative ServiceNow solutions, enhancing business operations through automation and integration. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective ITSM and ITOM appl...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.