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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$90K - $150K *

Join us in enhancing employee skills and knowledge through innovative training strategies. Lead a dedicated team to drive operational efficiency and foster a culture of continuous learning that attrac...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $156K *

Reimagine client engagement by designing and facilitating innovative experiences that drive strategic conversations and breakthrough insights, while managing multiple projects in a dynamic, collaborat...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's leading complex remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing diverse teams and stakeholders. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and...

Port Hope, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $142K *

Drive program success by overseeing contract performance for U.S. State Department projects, ensuring effective communication and management of personnel while achieving mission objectives. Lead resou...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Manage mission-critical IT Operations and Maintenance services, ensuring high performance, security, and customer satisfaction while leading multidisciplinary teams and driving continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join our team to lead critical systems engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational readiness of advanced Signals Intelligence and Electronic Warfare capabilities. Drive collaboratio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage a critical phase of a large-scale AI integration program, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with program objectives while facilitating Agile practices and collaborating with c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Engage in impactful project management by leading cross-functional teams to execute multi-domain training initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative enviro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by leading a cross-functional team in managing multi-domain training and experimentation activities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Advance program management by leading strategic execution and integration efforts, ensuring alignment with U.S. Space Force objectives while managing risks and costs to deliver exceptional results on...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic execution for U.S. Space Force initiatives. As a Program Manager, you'll lead cross-functional efforts, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of critical space...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive excellence in program management for complex systems acquisition, supporting the U.S. Space Force. Leverage expertise in strategic planning and integration to enhance mission capabilities and en...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Elevate your career by leading complex systems acquisition and project management within the Space Combat Power systems portfolio, driving strategic planning and integration for the U.S. Space Force's...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading complex systems acquisition and project management within the Space Combat Power systems portfolio, driving program execution and integration for the U.S. Space Force's nex...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive program excellence by leading complex systems acquisition and project management within the Space Combat Power systems portfolio, ensuring alignment with U.S. Space Force objectives and effectiv...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion the future of defense technology by leading a dynamic team of software developers, managing a $13M program, and ensuring successful execution of critical air and missile defense simulations w...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of defense technology by leading a dynamic team in software development, managing a $13M program, and ensuring excellence in air and missile defense exercises globally...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion the delivery of mission-critical IT services, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while managing complex federal programs and multidisciplinary teams to drive continuous...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering mission-critical IT Operations and Maintenance services, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while managing complex federal programs and multidiscip...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform program delivery by managing multiple concurrent projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and fostering customer relationships. Leverage your expertise in large-scale integr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the successful delivery of diverse programs, ensuring technical, schedule, and financial performance while managing customer relationships and program staffing across multiple projects...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex programs while managing diverse portfolios. Drive customer satisfaction and performance through effective risk management and integration of activities across mul...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform business growth by leading strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Oversee proposal teams across multiple units, foster client relationships, and deliver actionable marketing strat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $135K *

Discover your potential by designing a unified learning and culture experience. Lead talent development initiatives, onboarding, and community programs to foster connection and growth within a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$76K - $115K *

Engage senior leaders in higher education to shape impactful advancement strategies, deliver expert advisory services, and drive financial and mission-oriented outcomes through innovative research and...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

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.