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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$70K - $94K *

Advance the university's mission by securing private support through strategic donor engagement, proposal writing, and relationship management. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to cultivate partn...

6 days ago

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

$70K - $94K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in fundraising, managing donor relationships, and securing support for institutional priorities. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance engagement and a...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance digital health applications through user-centered design. Conduct research, develop prototypes, and collaborate with stakeholders to create intuitive solutions that impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive operational excellence and growth by leading GPU NPI programs, collaborating across teams, and managing complex initiatives. This role demands strong communication skills and a proven ability to...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $209K *

Elevate your career by overseeing complex AI infrastructure and GPU delivery initiatives. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic planning, execution, and operational readiness, ensuring successfu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Lead the charge in managing complex programs by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, alignment with corporate strategy, and effective resource utilization. Drive contin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $97K *

Transform learning experiences by collaborating with stakeholders to design and deliver innovative training solutions. Leverage modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance o...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $97K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with stakeholders to design impactful learning experiences. This role leverages modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance training progra...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $97K *

Transform learning experiences by collaborating with stakeholders to design and deliver innovative training solutions. Leverage modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance o...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and delivering comprehensive staff training and onboarding programs, ensuring compliance with industry regulations while fostering a supportive environment for healthcare...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in partnership development and project management, optimizing GRC services for health systems and colleges. Drive strategic engagement, resolve complex issues, and enhance stakeholder...

2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead innovative evaluations in healthcare, driving quality and access improvements through rigorous research and strategic project management. Collaborate with a diverse team to shape impac...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative healthcare research by leading complex evaluations and business development initiatives, fostering collaboration among diverse experts to enhance Medicare and Medicaid services and...

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3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading complex evaluations and business development initiatives for Medicare models, driving strategic growth and fostering collaboration among diverse teams to enha...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare research by leading evaluations for Medicare models. Drive business development, manage complex projects, and provide technical expertise while fostering a diverse team environmen...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful healthcare research by leading evaluations and business development for CMS initiatives. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance quality, access, and cost-effectiveness in health se...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing healthcare research by managing complex evaluations, fostering client relationships, and driving strategic growth initiatives within a collaborative team of experts dedica...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative learning initiatives that enhance employee development. Collaborate across teams to design impactful training solutions, manage the Learning Management System, a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional onboarding experiences by leveraging your consulting expertise and best practices to ensure successful product implementations and client satisfa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $240K *

Empower teams by managing complex R&D programs, ensuring alignment with contract scopes, budgets, and schedules while fostering collaboration across technical and executive teams to deliver innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in business development by managing proposals, building partnerships, and ensuring quality assurance throughout the proposal lifecycle. Collaborate with experts to deliver high-quality...

6 days ago

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

$84K - $116K *

Contribute to HR policy excellence by reviewing, developing, and implementing effective policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and provide expert guidance on complex HR issues, e...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion enterprise-wide IT project management practices, ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery of complex programs. Collaborate with leadership to prioritize initiatives and mentor project teams...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity operations by supervising SOC Analysts and Technical Leads, ensuring effective incident response and continuous improvement in a dynamic environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the implementation of training initiatives, enhancing workforce development and operational efficiency across facilities while collaborating with leadership to identify and address training gaps...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.