DIRECTOR, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, Human Resources at InsideHigherEd

DIRECTOR, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, Human Resources

Job Description
DIRECTOR, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, Human Resources

Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
25500557480801
Posted Date
8/14/2025
Salary Grade
Grade 51
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$120,375.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$168,525.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Boston University's Organizational Development & Learning (OD&L) team is seeking a Director of Organizational Development. This role reports to the Assistant VP and will oversee key OD functions, including strategic planning, team development, and change facilitation, with a strong emphasis on dialogic and humanistic OD practices. This role will collaborate across the university to design and implement interventions that enhance organizational effectiveness, build team effectiveness, and support inclusive excellence. Strategic Planning:

• Lead the design and execution of university-wide organizational development strategies.
• Partner with senior leaders to align their organizational design with institutional goals and values.
• Facilitate strategic planning processes that are inclusive, adaptive, and dialogic.

Team Development:

• Design and deliver team development programs that foster collaboration, trust, and psychological safety.
• Support departments in navigating change, improving team dynamics, and enhancing performance.
• Apply dialogic OD methods to engage diverse voices and perspectives in shaping organizational culture.

Consultation & Facilitation:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and teams on leveraging organizational strengths and opportunities.
• Facilitate retreats, workshops, and interventions using participatory and dialogic methods.
• Evaluate the impact of OD initiatives and continuously refine approaches based on feedback and data.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage complex OD projects from initiation through implementation and evaluation.
• Develop project scope, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders Monitor progress, manage resources, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Apply change management principles to support the successful adoption and sustainability of initiatives.

Manager Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of OD consultants and specialists providing tactical support through work prioritization and resource management, providing ongoing support, guidance, and empowerment, demonstrating participatory leadership.

Collaboration & Partnership:

• Build strong partnerships and collaborations across academic and administrative units to support organizational success.
• Represent Human Resources/Organizational Development & Learning in university-wide committees and initiatives.

Required Skills

• Master's degree required.
• 5-8 years of direct experience including 3+ years of management experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.


Required Skills


Job Location: BOSTON, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 51

To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315780







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