Organizational Development Specialist

* Overview:
The Organizational Development Specialist supports Barber National Institute by planning and implementing organizational processes that drive compliance, efficiency, employee growth, and a culture of learning.
You will act as a liaison and advisor to leadership on organizational effectiveness, facilitate employee-related initiatives, and help foster a culture of growth and development across BNI.
This is a hybrid position.

Candidates must reside within a commutable distance of one of our offices in Erie, PA; Philadelphia, PA; or Pittsburgh, PA.
What You’ll Bring:
+ Expertise in organizational development, process improvement, and talent management
+ Strong ability to facilitate meetings, workshops, focus groups, and cross-departmental planning sessions
+ Knowledge of project management, and organizational change management
+ Experience leading projects and collaborating across teams to deliver measurable results
+ Proficiency in using data to identify gaps, track progress, and drive continuous improvement
+ Commitment to fostering a culture of learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth
What You’ll Have:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or related field
+ Minimum of two years of experience in organizational development or a related field
+ Experience developing and maintaining career lattices, competencies, mentoring programs, coaching, and succession planning initiatives
+ Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
+ For Consideration for Senior Specialist
+ Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or related field (preferred)
+ Minimum of four years of experience in organizational development, learning & development, or a related field
+ Preferred certifications: Organizational Development Certification and/or SHRM-CP
A Typical Day May Include:
+ Leading and supporting organizational development projects to ensure collaboration, measurable outcomes, and continuous improvement
+ Conducting organizational assessments to identify opportunities for performance, culture, or structural improvement
+ Facilitating cross-departmental meetings, planning workshops, and employee-focused initiatives to advance organizational goals and learning objectives
+ Developing and maintaining career lattices, competencies, mentoring programs, and succession planning structures
+ Promoting a culture of learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth
+ Leading change management efforts to ensure staff readiness and successful implementation of new initiatives
+ Using data to identify gaps, measure progress, and recommend...