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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving enterprise growth through strategic sales initiatives. Engage with C-level executives, navigate complex sales cycles, and expand our corporate client base while leveragi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize fundraising operations by managing databases, donor communications, and grant administration. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure accurate data management, while supporting...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$97K - $104K *

Engage nursing staff through comprehensive education programs, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower partners by designing and delivering innovative solutions on the Orgvue platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and drive measurable value, enhancing cu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of innovative solutions on the Orgvue platform, collaborating with partners and teams to drive customer value and address complex challenges in a fa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming local government operations through innovative SaaS implementations. Lead complex projects, collaborate with clients, and drive measurable outcomes while enhancing your...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $168K *

Pioneer scalable labor market solutions by analyzing workforce systems, mobilizing capital, and fostering partnerships to enhance economic opportunity and job quality in distressed communities. Drive...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Transform the future of mental health by providing expert psychological services to individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs, collaborating closely with interdisciplinar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving impactful change in emerging markets. As a key player, you'll lead assessments and collaborate across functions to enhance our climate and impact measurement pr...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $114K *

Lead impactful HR initiatives by managing leave administration and ADA accommodations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance employee experience while ensuring compliance across a diverse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead enterprise architecture initiatives across diverse technology domains, ensuring alignment with standards and modernization plans. Collaborate with teams to enhance IT solutions and oversee config...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Engage with Jewish communities to cultivate donor relationships and drive fundraising efforts. This role blends outreach, event planning, and donor engagement to develop a vital fundraising channel on...

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

$88K - $105K *

Empower growth and innovation by managing professional development programs, coordinating staffing plans, and overseeing formal training initiatives in a dynamic consulting environment, essential for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$138K - $197K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading process optimization initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance service delivery, and driving strategic change across the organization for susta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $121K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing skilled teachers through coaching and support. Collaborate with educators to enhance instructional practices and positively impact student outcomes in a dyna...

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

$100K - $150K *

Drive the planning and execution of unmanned vessel operations, focusing on training development and delivery. Collaborate with teams to create effective instructional materials and assess training pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading AI strategy and development operations for nonprofits. Drive client engagements, optimize workflows, and implement innovative solutions to enhance fundraising effectiveness...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving business development within the U.S. Air Force market. Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify and capture new opportunities, leveraging your expertise to enhance gro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop and implement comprehensive training programs to enhance employee skills and productivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess needs, create materials, and deliver effective training sessi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive executive support to senior federal executives, managing priorities, correspondence, and project deliverables across a diverse IT portfolio, ensuring timely...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage executive support for senior leaders, ensuring seamless operations across IT initiatives. Drive project coordination, enhance communication, and deliver high-quality materials to support strate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your C programming expertise to support critical government operations, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance network functionality and security. Contribute to inn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate product development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements, manage project scope, and ensure successful outcomes. Lead multiple projects while fostering trust...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate care management operations by leading clinical teams, ensuring quality oversight, and driving community integration initiatives for children and youth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing care management operations for youth, ensuring quality oversight, compliance, and community integration while driving program effectiveness and team development across clin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.