Organizational Development Specialist Jobs in California

An Organizational Development Specialist is an integral part of the human resources industry. They play a pivotal role in analyzing and improving the structure, efficiency, and culture of a company. Their responsibilities often include designing and implementing professional development programs, facilitating change management, and improving organizational processes. They utilize assessments and surveys to gather data, and work closely with management to develop strategies to address any areas of concern. They strive to align the company's workforce with its strategic goals.

Important skills for an Organizational Development Specialist include excellent communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership. They must also have a keen understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics. Certification in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a similar field is often required. They should also be comfortable with data analysis tools and software. Prior to becoming an Organizational Development Specialist, a person may hold roles such as HR Generalist, Corporate Trainer, or HR Manager.

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Senior Talent Development Specialist V - (B5)

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Senior Talent Development Specialist V - (B5) **Location:** Santa Clara, CA (on-site) or Austin, TX (on-site) - NOT flexible **Who We Are** Applied Materials is the global leader in materials...

Senior Organizational Development Analyst

  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Participates in the evaluation of human resources information systems enhancements; provides guidance to end users on application use and operating parameters; translates user expectations into technical...

Organizational Development Consultant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Career Area: Human Resources Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but...

Workforce Development Specialist - YUCCA VALLEY

  • Yucca Valley, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Yucca Valley, CA
  • 5 days ago

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR THE YUCCA VALLEY LOCATION ONLY* RECRUITMENT BONUS: Bonus payments up to $1500 in total compensation may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment.*...

Workforce Development Specialist - YUCCA VALLEY

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 5 days ago

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR THE YUCCA VALLEY LOCATION ONLY*** RECRUITMENT BONUS: Bonus payments up to $1500 in total compensation may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment.*...

Change Management Specialist

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 6 days ago

The Procurement Enablement team serves as the engine driving strategic initiatives, enhancing customer experience, and ensuring operational readiness across the Global Procurement Office (GPO)....

Software Development Engineer, Global Talent Management and Compensation

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago

Come build the future as a Software Development Engineer at Amazon, where you will be inspired working along best-in-class inventors and innovators! You will have the opportunity to create...

Vice President of Global Talent Management

  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 days ago

Vice President of Global Talent Management 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars San Jose, CA Job Description We are seeking a visionary and results-driven executive to join our HR leadership team as the Vice...

Employee Development Specialist

  • Paso Robles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Paso Robles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Employee Development Specialist 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Paso Robles, CA 93446 About MGE MGE Underground is a rapidly growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our...

VP, Talent Management and Learning

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago

The Vice President, Talent Management and Learning is a strategic and thoughtful leader to lead and implement global leadership and talent strategies that drive business growth, employee...

Organizational Development Analyst

  • Orange, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 8 days ago

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION OPTIONS: Human Resources Analyst I : A professional certificate in human resources management from an accredited college/university or professional human resources organization...

Organizational Development Analyst

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

resources information systems, and employee relations; works to ensure the operations and people services are effectively integrated with the service needs of the department and operations of other...

Senior Director, Global Talent Management

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 9 days ago

Company Description Freshworks makes it fast and easy for businesses to delight their customers and employees. We do this by taking a fresh approach to building and delivering software that is...

Sr. Talent Management Lead

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago

Sr. Talent Management Lead San Francisco / Remote HR Regular Description About Pinterest: Millions of people across the world come to Pinterest to find new ideas every day. It's where they get...

Remote Work

Talent Management Analyst

  • La Jolla, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 9 days ago

We are global private markets specialists delivering tailored investment solutions, advisory services, and impactful, data driven insights to the world's investors. Leveraging the power of our...

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Organizational Development Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Organizational Development Specialist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Organizational Development Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Organizational Development Specialists in California offer the following education background
Master's Degree
41.8%
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
Doctorate Degree
5.4%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Organizational Development Specialists in California
2-4 years
37.1%
4-6 years
37.1%
Less than 1 year
5.7%
1-2 years
5.7%
10+ years
5.7%
6-8 years
5.7%
None
2.9%



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