DIRECTOR OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (DIRECTOR #1952)

The Director plays a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the Agency by leading initiatives that enhance workforce effectiveness, drive cultural transformation, and support employee growth. This role partners with senior leadership to align organizational strategies with business objectives and fosters a high-performance, engaged workforce.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with senior leadership to develop long-term strategies related to workforce and organizational effectiveness.
• Aligns organizational development initiatives with overarching business goals and objectives.
• Provides day to day coordination and supervision of staff in the organizational development department.
• Manages the budget for organizational development programs and initiatives.
• Leads and manages change initiatives to ensure smooth transitions and minimize disruption.
• Develops strategies to foster employee engagement and support throughout organizational changes.
• Oversees training and development programs to enhance employee skills, knowledge, and career advancement.
• Implements succession planning to identify and develop future leaders within the Agency.
• Designs and oversees performance management systems that align employee performance with agency goals.
• Provides guidance and resources to managers and staff to improve performance and feedback processes.
• Develops initiatives to strengthen organizational culture and create a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Conducts surveys and assessments to measure employee engagement and satisfaction, using insights to inform improvements.
• Offers coaching and mentoring programs to enhance leadership capabilities and employee development.
• Supports management in developing effective coaching techniques and practices.
• Fosters cross-departmental collaboration to promote a unified approach to organizational development.
• Communicates the value and impact of development initiatives across all levels of the organization.
• Ensures organizational development practices comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in human resources, organizational development, business administration, or related field, or, a bachelor’s degree in one of these areas plus five years of relevant professional experience. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
• At least five years experience in strategic planning and change management.
• Experience with talent development.
• Knowledge of organizational development and change management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, communication and leadership skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with performance management systems.
  
  

ISBE provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We actively foster a culture of inclusion and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

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