Organizational Development and Training Specialist

Talent Development; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Development in Baltimore seeks an Organizational Development and Training Specialist to assess needs, design, implement, and evaluate learning and development initiatives that align with strategic goals. You will lead change management, leadership development, culture-building efforts, and cross-functional projects to improve performance and engagement.

You will partner with leaders, manage LMS administration, and monitor outcomes to drive continuous improvement while ensuring regulatory

Qualifications

• 7+ years of workforce development and talent management experience in HR.
• 2+ years administering LMS software and e-learning courseware.
• Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating organizational development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver learning and organizational development programs using diverse methods.
• Conduct needs assessments and data analysis to identify skill gaps.
• Partner with HR and leaders to drive engagement and effectiveness strategies.
• Lead change management initiatives, including training plans and comms.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation programs.
• Promote a values-driven culture through targeted training.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using feedback and metrics.
• Provide coaching to leaders to strengthen leadership capability.
• Lead cross-functional projects related to talent development and engagement.
• Manage recognition programs aligned with values and goals.
• Develop strategies to enhance engagement and morale using data.
• Oversee external training resources/vendors and budget.
• Oversee training administration, including LMS coordination and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Learning & development

Change management

Leadership development

Team development

Data analysis

Employee engagement

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

LMS administration

Job description

Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Organizational Development and Training Specialist assesses organizational needs by collecting and analyzing data on workforce capabilities, performance trends, and skill gaps. Designs, implements, and evaluates learning and organizational development initiatives using a variety of delivery methods. Leads efforts to enhance organizational effectiveness through initiatives such as change management, team development, process improvement, leadership development, and culture-building strategies. Partners with leaders to align talent development with strategic goals and drive continuous improvement across the organization. Monitors training outcomes, supports workforce capability building, and ensures compliance with required certifications and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, and deliver learning and organizational development programs (e.g., leadership, professional development, technical skills, team building) using diverse methods such as workshops, e-learning, webinars, and on-the-job training.
• Conduct needs assessments and analyze data to identify skill gaps and align development initiatives with organizational goals.
• Partner with HR and organizational leaders to drive employee engagement, performance improvement, and organizational effectiveness strategies.
• Lead and support change management initiatives, including training plans and communication strategies.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation programs to support successful employee integration.
• Promote a positive, values-driven culture through targeted training and organizational development efforts.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using feedback, metrics, and performance data; continuously improve learning solutions.
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders to strengthen leadership capability and team performance.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects related to talent development, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
• Manage employee recognition and appreciation programs, ensuring alignment with organizational values and engagement goals.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and morale, using feedback and data to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage external training resources/vendors and ensure budget, timeline, and quality standards are met.
• Oversee training administration, including compliance tracking, certifications, learning management system (LMS) coordination, and support for related programs and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ of progressively professional experience in workforce development and talent management within the human resources setting; at least two (2) years of which must include experience in planning, assessing, designing, delivering and evaluating a variety of complex training and/or organizational initiatives pertaining to organizational goals.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an administrator of LMS software and associated e-learning courseware.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Association for Talent Development credentials and/or other Training/OD certifications are a plus.
• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.