Senior Organizational Development and Training Specialist

The Senior Organizational Development and Training Specialist is an integral member of the Talent Development and Learning (TDL) team, contributing to initiatives that enhance leadership effectiveness and drive organizational success. This role focuses on executing and supporting organizational development and learning strategies, including culture transformation, talent optimization, and leadership capability building. Working collaboratively with service line leaders, VPs, and team members, the Specialist uses data-driven approaches to implement impactful development initiatives and align leadership practices with the organization’s mission and vision. Additionally, they facilitate leadership development programs, retreats, workshops and provide coaching to equip leaders to navigate change and achieve strategic objectives. In partnership with the leaders within TDL, the Specialist plays a key role in advancing team-driven efforts that foster a high-performing organization

This role is hybrid and provides a dynamic balance between remote and in-person work. The Specialist would be on-site as needed for programs, initiatives and/or client meetings however would work remote during all other times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborates with leaders on talent-related strategies and initiatives.

Designs and facilitates robust engaging and evidence-based leadership development programs for all levels of leaders across the organization.

Provides coaching, incorporating insights from available leadership assessments.

Leads the implementation of a broad range of talent initiatives such as leadership development plans.

Takes the lead in the design and development of innovative programs that align with organizational goals and talent needs.

Collaborates on the creation of development plans that support the client’s professional growth.

Partners with senior leaders using organizational development perspectives and methods to execute strategies, improve operations and performance, and optimize roles and responsibilities.

Collaborates with clients to execute strategies, improve operations, optimize roles and responsibilities, and implement organizational and cultural changes that drive leadership alignment, stakeholder engagement, change management and overall performance improvement.

Leverages and synthesizes data from various sources in order to recommend solutions for the organization and teams.

Continually invests in self-development remaining current with industry-related literature and research, new technologies, innovations and industry trends.

Utilizes project management skills and leads team projects.

Serves as a key member of the Talent Development and Learning team, actively contributing to team growth and fostering a collaborative environment that enhances the organization’s development efforts and strengthens its reputation for excellence.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education Requirements

Bachelor degree required. Masters preferred.

Preference for a focus in Organizational Development, Industrial-Organizational Psychology or related field.

Preference for certifications in OD and Learning-related certifications (ICF, CPLP, Hogan, CCMP).

Experience Requirements

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience (higher strongly preferred), preferably in a health related environment.

• Understanding of O.D. theory and application, with the ability to adapt traditional approaches to meet stakeholder needs.
• Demonstrates strong business acumen and a record of successful partnerships with business leaders.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, consulting and problem solving skills; a demonstrated high degree of initiative and creativity is required.

Computer Skills

MS Office Suite: Advanced

General Skills and Competencies

• Excellent project management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage projects from inception through completion.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to accomplish assignments with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable managing ambiguity and creating solutions in areas without established processes or systems.
• Ability to focus on critical issues to balance and respond to competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; must be capable of communicating information to varied audiences.
• Excellent relationship building, interpersonal and influence skills with clients and colleagues.
• Highly innovative and creative in approaching and accomplishing all work.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills to effectively manage projects and client relationships.
• Ability to listen to and determine the unique needs across a wide range of business units.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion.
• Embraces emerging digital technologies to drive innovation and enhance organizational strategies.
• Contributes to a culture of trust and collaboration, building strong relationships with team members to ensure mutual support and shared success.