Title: Senior Organizational Development Specialist

Job Type:

RegularCompany:Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer CenterDepartment: Organizational DevelopmentTime Type: Full timeWeekly Hours: 40FTE:1Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Summary: Serves as an internal expert on Organizational Development (Org Dev) interventions, leading the design and facilitation of strategic initiatives to enhance performance, culture, and leadership development across the organization. Collaborates with the Director of Organizational Development, Org Dev team members, and internal clients to plan, develop, and implement projects that address individual and organizational challenges across multiple areas of expertise, driving sustainable change in critical processes. Develops and coordinates solutions for a wide range of Org Dev and talent management programs to maximize organizational success. Applies organizational development theories, methods, and tools to solve business problems across various operational areas. Communicates strategies effectively and facilitates small group meetings to drive sustained change and support high-performing teams. Builds trust-based partnerships with diverse clients and key stakeholders to deliver growth and development solutions that meet current and future operational needs.

Qualifications:Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, one of the Behavioral Sciences or related discipline and the equivalent of six (6) years of full-time experience designing, developing and coordinating initiatives that drive individual and/or team performance improvement; or
2. Associate’s degree in Psychology, Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, one of the Behavioral Sciences or related discipline and the equivalent of eight (8) years of full-time experience designing, developing and coordinating initiatives that drive individual and/or team performance improvement.

NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

✔️ Strategic Consulting & Facilitation

Demonstrated success leading strategic Org Dev initiatives that span departments or impact organization-wide goalsStrong facilitation skills with diverse groups, including mid- to senior-level leaders, using methods grounded in best practice and inclusive learning strategiesExperience guiding clients through diagnostics, needs assessments, and data-informed recommendations to solve business challenges

✔️ Program Design & Delivery

Proven ability to design and implement development programs from concept through evaluation, including team development, leadership training, and culture-shaping initiativesProficiency with learning platforms (e.g., Workday, HealthStream) and experience designing programs that combine LMS content with informal learning methods

✔️ Change Management & Performance Metrics

Hands-on experience supporting or leading enterprise change management efforts, including stakeholder engagement and adoption strategiesAbility to design, implement, and evaluate effectiveness metrics for Org Dev programs; familiarity with survey tools and platforms to track impact and trends

✔️ Collaboration & Relationship Building

Strong relationship-building and consulting skills; able to partner with HR, DEI, Compliance, Legal, and cross-functional teamsAbility to coach, advise, and build trust with clients and colleagues, using emotional intelligence and clarity of communication

✔️ Technology, Communication & Project Management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Teams, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) and digital communication tools such as Power BI, Canva, or AdobeStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to design and deliver compelling development content and strategic communicationsExperience managing multiple, parallel Org Dev projects in a fast-paced environment with accountability to deadlines and deliverables

✔️ Cultural Fit & Mindset

Demonstrates a proactive, service-oriented mindset with a commitment to integrity, excellence, and continuous improvementProven ability to work collaboratively in a high-trust, high-performance team environment where shared ownership and direct feedback are core values

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

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Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

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