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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$100K - $120K *

Drive advancements in operational wave modeling by enhancing predictive capabilities, integrating innovative AI techniques, and collaborating across sectors to protect coastal communities and improve...

College Park, MDRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's transforming collaboration through SharePoint management. You'll enhance operational efficiency by developing and maintaining SharePoint portals, workflows, and document management...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $167K *

Shape the future of organizational effectiveness by leading the Workday implementation. Drive transformation initiatives, enhance employee experience, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impa...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $268K *

Transform the future of data center design by leading strategic initiatives and multidisciplinary teams to deliver mission-critical infrastructure across a global portfolio, ensuring performance, reli...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by managing office facilities, supporting executive functions, and enhancing team collaboration to ensure a productive and efficient work environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $210K *

Drive successful delivery of program workstreams by managing schedules, budgets, and Agile teams. Utilize AI tools for planning and reporting while ensuring compliance and quality standards are met th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Lead the charge in managing complex project workstreams, coordinating Agile teams, and ensuring compliance with federal standards while leveraging AI tools for effective delivery and reporting...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $119K *

Champion innovative solutions to enhance elder abuse response through effective coordination of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring comprehensive support and outreach for vulnerable adults across King...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing daily operations while serving as the key liaison between local teams and corporate. Drive efficiency, enhance customer support, and ensure seamless communication across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K *

Lead project development and preconstruction efforts, collaborating with stakeholders to define scope, assess risks, and create executable strategies for private infrastructure and buried utility proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $221K *

Shape the future of organizational change by leading enterprise ERP transformations. Drive stakeholder engagement, adoption strategies, and comprehensive change initiatives to ensure seamless integrat...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $145K *

Elevate operational efficiency by leading business process reengineering initiatives. Drive assessments, analyze processes, and develop actionable recommendations to enhance performance and support or...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $95K *

Transform talent acquisition by partnering with hiring managers to develop innovative sourcing strategies, evaluate candidates, and enhance recruitment processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Help us unlock potential by providing proactive IT support to end-users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues to drive productivity. Collaborate in a hybrid role that fosters teamwor...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $277K *

Drive impactful change by leading organizational change management pursuits, shaping solutions, and building trusted client relationships. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exception...

Reposted yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in software development strategy, ensuring systems are effective and user-friendly. Manage cross-functional teams, drive project success, and implement operational policies to adapt to...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$159K - $186K *

Shape the future of leadership and organizational development by driving enterprise strategies that enhance workforce capabilities, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness. Collaborate w...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$243K - $310K *

Unlock new opportunities in national security by leading advanced concept pursuits. Drive strategy, capture, and customer engagement to adapt commercial capabilities for government missions, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$243K - $310K *

Transform advanced concepts into actionable strategies for government missions, leading business development efforts from initial engagement to contract closure. Collaborate with executives and techni...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of operational decision-making by leading a multidisciplinary research program that enhances performance and collaboration within the Air Force. Drive impactful outcomes through effec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion academic leadership and operational excellence in the Master of Organizational Leadership program, fostering student engagement, mentoring faculty, and driving continuous improvement to enhan...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing project deployments, ensuring alignment across teams and delivering high-quality results on time and within budget. Drive organizational readiness and mitigate risks while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion enterprise architecture initiatives by implementing ServiceNow and utilizing Business Process Modeling to enhance processes, support complex projects, and align business strategies with techn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $140K *

Shape the future of public service by leading technology consulting projects that enhance operational efficiency and strategic goals for state and local agencies, ensuring compliance and delivering im...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Optimize business development efforts by building relationships, generating leads, and supporting community sales initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance occupancy and visibility while providin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.