Organizational Development Specialist analyzes organizational structures, responsibilities, team work, business or operating procedures, reporting relationships and work processes to design efficient methods of accomplishing work. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Organizational Development Specialist has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Additionally, Organizational Development Specialist works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Sr. Organizational Development Specialist designs, develops and implements broad scope/complex employee- and leadership-level organizational development (OD) and training programs/strategies. Utilizes OD tools/assessments to drive/support individual and team development. Manages broad OD projects/initiatives. Researches, develops, and implements organizational development tools, practices, programs, and strategies. Supports the creation and development of a strong organizational culture. Position is a hybrid role in Brooklyn, OH.
Responsibilities
The Sr. Organizational Development Specialist will be critical in developing Medical Mutual's organizational change management center of excellence. The role will be involved in a diverse number of transformational change management projects at Medical Mutual of Ohio. This person will educate leaders and team members about the process of change using ADKAR as a foundation. Responsibilities include educating and building awareness and competency of the change management process, provide education and coaching to leaders and team members on how to manage resistance. This role will partner with other entities within Medical Mutual including business leaders, sponsors, project teams, communications, project management and others.
*Designs, develops, and facilitates/co-facilitates complex OD and training programs/activities to employee- and leadership-level employees. Develops complex e learning content with e-learning tools. Conducts leadership-level OD and training programs. Utilizes OD assessment tools to support individual and team development.
*Consults/partners with executive/senior business leaders and HR Business Partners to determine appropriate custom learning solutions (including team or individual development plans, coaching, and/or use of assessment tools).
*Develops, facilitates, and supports company-wide OD programs. Examples include: Emerging Leaders, Lead Mentoring Program, Succession, Leadership Cohorts and Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
*Keeps abreast of changes and trends in talent, organizational development, and consulting practices; Surfaces meaningful recommendations for improvements that will positively impact the organization and its culture; Researches and analyzes the impact and effectiveness of new technologies (i.e., online learning tools, LMS, etc.), vendors and programs; and makes recommendations and manages ongoing process improvements.
*Manages relationships with external vendors supporting the delivery of programs, including negotiating cost/budget and delivery expectations.
*Bachelor's degree in business, Education, or related field.
*Master's degree in adult learning, organizational development, industrial-organizational psychology, human resources, or related field preferred.
*5 years progressive experience as an Organizational Development Consultant or equivalent experience in adult learning or organizational development.
*Certified in Prosci ADKAR change management methodology
*Demonstrated experience leading projects or teams.
*Demonstrated experience with large scale transformational change initiatives
*Ability to influence at all levels
*Advance knowledge of and the ability to apply advanced instructional design theories and adult learning principles.
*Advanced knowledge of e-learning and content development software, such as Articulate, Captivate, etc.
*Advanced knowledge of learning management software.
*Position requires moderate travel to offsite locations.
Medical Mutual is looking to grow our team! We truly value and respect the talents and abilities of all of our employees. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:
A Great Place to Work:
Excellent Benefits and Compensation:
An Investment in You:
About Medical Mutual:
Medical Mutual's status as a mutual company means we are owned by our policyholders, not stockholders, so we don't answer to Wall Street analysts or pay dividends to investors. Instead, we focus on developing products and services that allow us to better serve our customers and the communities around us.
There's a good chance you already know many of our Medical Mutual customers. As the official insurer of everything you love, we are trusted by businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout Ohio to provide high-quality health, life, disability, dental, vision and indemnity plans. We offer fully insured and self-funded group coverage, including stop loss, as well as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and individual plans. Our plans provide peace of mind to more than 1.2 million Ohioans.
We're not just one of the largest health insurance companies based in Ohio, we're also the longest running. Founded in 1934, we're proud of our rich history with the communities where we live and work.
At Medical Mutual and its family of companies we celebrate differences and are mutually invested in our employees and our community. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse and nicotine testing.