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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leveraging Business Process Modeling to enhance enterprise processes, support documentation, and drive improvements. Collaborate on complex projects while ensuring alignment with b...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $94K *

Champion innovative educational projects by leading content creation and LMS management. Collaborate with teams to design engaging online courses that meet accessibility standards and enhance learning...

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

$262K - $406K *

Champion strategic initiatives and operational excellence to enhance gender equality. Lead cross-functional teams in planning, budgeting, and performance management, driving impactful solutions for wo...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming Workday configurations to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with functional teams to design and optimize business processes, ensuring alignment with Higher Ed...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $198K *

Optimize workforce capabilities by leading resource planning, staffing, and hiring initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to align workforce strategies with organizational needs, ensuring effective...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $132K *

Join us to enhance organizational effectiveness by assessing structures and guiding teams through change. Leverage your expertise in program management and change management to develop practical solut...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven strategies that enhance Teaching and Learning programs. Collaborate with key stakeholders to analyze, report, and improve outcomes through effective data manage...

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

$110K - $115K *

Elevate career pathways by leading innovative programs that attract and develop talent in the advancement profession. Drive strategic partnerships and ensure participant success through effective comp...

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

$105K - $120K *

Lead change management initiatives and optimize processes for financial operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system functionality, develop training materials, and ensure compliance wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering positive employee and labor relations. Leverage your expertise to manage complex issues, support collective bargaining, and ensure compliance with labor laws...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $263K *

Unlock innovative solutions by leveraging your technical expertise to tackle complex challenges in cryptography, high-performance computing, and network defense. Collaborate with researchers and spons...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $160K *

Drive transformation by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to enhance workflows through AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to redefine processes, ensuring operational...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain solutions through strategic program management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and drive impactful initiatives that e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.