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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$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by leading process improvements and automation initiatives. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance performance, streamline workflows, and ensure sustainable outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading operational improvements through diagnostics, workflow redesign, and implementation of sustainable solutions. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance performance and p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer experience. Leverage your expertise to lead initiati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leveraging consulting expertise to enhance processes, implement improvements, and prepare for automation. Collaborate with leaders to achieve measurable business outcom...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K *

Empower the union's organizing capacity by developing and executing innovative training programs. Collaborate with local union leaders to identify gaps and implement strategies that enhance staff deve...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing EHS training programs, ensuring compliance and safety leadership development in a complex, high-tech environment. Play a pivotal role in enhancing workforce readiness and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$104K - $137K *

Pioneer transformative initiatives by partnering with leaders to enhance operational effectiveness. Coach teams in Lean methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring data-d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $200K *

Unlock potential by managing personnel operations and accountability for a high-profile task force. Collaborate with leadership to ensure optimal staffing and support modernization efforts while maint...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Elevate program execution by managing complex government contracts in explosives decontamination and demolition. Lead personnel, ensure compliance, and maintain strong communication with government st...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$144K - $245K *

Lead the design and execution of workforce development programs, ensuring compliance and timely deliverables. Collaborate across teams and stakeholders to create scalable systems that enhance healthca...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Deliver transformative process engineering solutions to enhance Enterprise-level efficiency and ensure seamless integration across project teams, utilizing advanced methodologies and best practices to...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving process innovation. As a Process Engineer, you'll enhance Enterprise processes, lead project facilitation, and sync cross-team efforts to achieve optimal solutions across th...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $122K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex infrastructure and environmental projects. Collaborate with Client-Partners to manage project lifecycles, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering strong s...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance operational processes to drive efficiency and continuous improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify challenges, recommend solutions, and implement initiatives that simp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead academic governance and quality control at a premier institution, overseeing educational policies, accreditation, and faculty development to enhance national security education and tra...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies to secure major gifts, expand corporate partnerships, and drive revenue growth while managing a high-performing team and e...

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

$64K - $98K *

Champion employee growth by leading training initiatives that align performance with organizational goals. Collaborate across departments to develop and deliver engaging learning programs, ensuring ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Elevate academic achievement by collaborating with leadership to design and implement strategic educational initiatives. Drive instructional excellence and ensure compliance across network campuses wh...

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

$200K - $280K *

Elevate organizational effectiveness by leading innovative design strategies, optimizing structures, and fostering agility. Collaborate with leaders to drive impactful change while mentoring top-tier...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $280K *

Pioneer organizational design strategies to enhance performance and agility. Lead a team of experts to optimize effectiveness and align structures with business goals while championing change manageme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of cost estimates and analyses to support acquisition decisions. Collaborate with executive leadership, conduct independent studies, and provide expert recommendations to optimize...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise-wide talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain exceptional talent. Collaborate with leadership to align workforce planning and recruitment with organizational goals, enhanci...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Shape the future of HR by managing diverse functions, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee relations in a dynamic, global environment. Drive automation and support recruitment while fostering a...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Empower operational excellence by streamlining processes, managing projects, and enhancing team workflows. Collaborate across departments to create effective solutions and drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in strategic workforce development initiatives, ensuring program alignment and sustainability across diverse educational and training efforts while fostering partnerships and driving r...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.