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Organizational Development Director/Manager/Officer

Job Description Summary/Objective


The organizational development (OD) manager position acts as organizational
development liaison and advisor to the organization's leadership and facilitates
the organization's initiatives across the organization. The position is responsible
for enhancing the workplace based on research and the application of social
sciences and psychology principles. The organizational development manager
often works closely with company management to solve common business-
related issues through reorganization.
This position is also responsible for development and integration of human
resource programs and associated projects to achieve strategic business goals and
operational objectives.

Job Outlook
An analytical mind and strong communication skills are essential to succeed as an
organizational development manager. Their mission is to enhance a workplace to
the benefit of both the company's bottom line and the employees that make it
work.

General Essential Functions

1. Directs the needs assessment for training and staff development to


enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving the goals
and objectives of the company.
2. Identifies/incorporates best practices and lessons learned into program
plans.
3. Provides a broad range of consultative services to all levels of employees
regarding policies and procedures.
4. Facilitates communication among employees and management. May guide
managers and employees on problem solving, dispute resolution,
regulatory compliance and litigation avoidance.
5. Provides expertise in strategy development and execution, planning and
facilitation of employee relations efforts.
6. Assists with planning, implementation and ongoing maintenance of labor
relations, employee relations, equal employment opportunity, and
compensation programs.
7. Designs and develops HR training programs for management and
employees.
8. Reviews evaluations of employee development training courses, objectives
and accomplishments.
9. Makes assessments of effectiveness of training in terms of employee
accomplishments and performance.
10.Trains employees on HR issues and practices. Presents course materials.
11.Consults with management on performance, organizational and leadership
matters. Conducts needs assessments to determine measures required to
enhance employee job performance and overall company performance.

Competencies
The OD manager must possess strong oral communication and active listening
skills for interacting effectively with workers and management. Career success is
based on the ability to analyze, develop, research, and advise.
Competencies expected are as follows:

1. Business Acumen.
2. Communication.
3. Consultation.
4. Critical Evaluation.
5. Ethical Practice.
6. Global & Cultural Awareness.
7. HR Expertise.
8. Leadership & Navigation.
9. Relationship Management.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses
standard office equipment such as laptops, smart phones, photocopiers/scanners,
shredders and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk
or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger,
handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee at times may have
on-site visits of the actual operations and workplace.

Travel
Travel is expected for this position, since actual observation and immersion in the
workplace may be necessary, as well as meetings with company associates and
future partners.

Other Duties
Other specific duties in the accomplishment of organizational development goals
beyond what is stated above may be assigned to the employee at any time.

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