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 - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to drive complex programs, collaborating across functions to ensure timely delivery and alignment with corporate strategy. Leverage your leadership and communication skills to fost...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Drive strategic HR operations across 18 locations, ensuring compliance and optimizing systems for 1,600+ employees. Lead a team to enhance payroll governance, total rewards, and data-driven decision-m...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Champion the integration and optimization of complex systems to enhance mission capabilities, ensuring seamless planning and implementation of cloud services while providing expert guidance on data re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the Digital Museums Canada program, managing projects, and fostering relationships with cultural organizations. Your expertise will drive improvements and sup...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Explore innovative strategies for organizational change management, driving successful project transitions and integrating emerging technologies while ensuring effective communication and collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $130K *

Champion change management by ensuring timely, accurate documentation and compliance across projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline notice processes and enhance communication, driving pr...

1 week ago

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

$74K - $130K *

Transform project communication by managing change notices, ensuring compliance, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. Drive clarity and accuracy in documentation while supporting contract administ...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining IT automation by delivering tailored implementations, ensuring customer success, and enhancing our platform's capabilities through hands-on collaboration and deep insight...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $92K *

Pioneer strategic outreach initiatives to enhance community engagement and support Army Reserve missions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage events, and strengthen partnerships to promote a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $105K *

Drive business growth by managing proposals, capturing opportunities, and coordinating teams across various markets. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and succes...

4 weeks ago

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

$230K - $330K *

Join a team that's driving human capital initiatives across a dynamic private equity portfolio. Lead strategic talent management, enhance organizational effectiveness, and collaborate with senior lead...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape corporate strategy, drive decision-making, and enhance organizational performance through insightful analysis and project management, while leveraging technology to optimi...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Advance business development strategies and customer engagement for DHS, fostering relationships and identifying growth opportunities to enhance revenue and satisfaction across all service offerings...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading business development strategies for DHS, fostering relationships, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate with teams to align solutions with customer needs and dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion a values-driven fundraising strategy, leading a dedicated team to generate $6M annually through diverse revenue streams while fostering authentic relationships with donors and community partn...

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of business development by building key relationships, leading strategic pursuits, and enhancing processes to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

5 days ago

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

$99K - $110K *

Analyze healthcare informatics operations and EHR workflows to identify improvements. Collaborate with SMEs to enhance user support, training, and adoption strategies, ensuring effective program imple...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence by managing complex training programs and enhancing processes for a statewide initiative, ensuring effective communication and client engagement while fostering a high-perf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading NATO's digital transformation initiatives, managing strategic military programs, and assessing emerging technologies to enhance collaboration and information sharing with A...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee acquisition management and support for mission planning systems, enhancing operational capabilities for the U.S. Air Force. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effec...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower the Aerospace Management Systems Division by providing expert program management support, ensuring effective acquisition strategies, and enhancing operational efficiency for critical air traff...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us to provide expert-level support to DoD acquisition programs, ensuring compliance and optimizing decision-making throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Your contributions will be vital in delive...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $105K *

Partner with us to tackle complex hospital A/R accounts and escalations. Drive resolution of high-risk billing issues, identify systemic gaps, and implement process improvements to enhance operational...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $105K *

Empower your career by tackling complex hospital A/R accounts. Join a dynamic team focused on resolving high-risk billing issues, driving process improvements, and enhancing operational efficiency in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at workforce development by managing training programs and initiatives that enhance public health laboratory capabilities. Collaborate with partners to design, implement, and evalu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.