Organizational Development Specialist Salary in Rochester, NY

How much does an Organizational Development Specialist make in Rochester, NY?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Organizational Development Specialist in Rochester, NY is $102,679. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $91,874 to $115,746, with most professionals earning between $82,037 and $127,643.

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What is an Organizational Development Specialist?

An Organizational Development Specialist is responsible for identifying and implementing strategies to improve the overall effectiveness and efficiency of an organization. This may involve conducting assessments, developing training programs, and implementing change management initiatives to enhance employee performance, leadership development, and organizational culture. The specialist works closely with management and HR teams to identify areas for improvement and develop solutions to drive organizational growth and success. Additionally, they may also be involved in talent management, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives to support the long-term development and sustainability of the organization.

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What does an Organizational Development Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of an Organizational Development Specialist

Design and facilitate training and development programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.

September 04, 2023

Stay current on industry trends and best practices in organizational development and incorporate them into the organization's strategies and programs.

September 10, 2023

Develop and implement strategies to improve employee engagement, communication, and collaboration within the organization.

September 22, 2023

Assess and analyze the current organizational structure, culture, and processes to identify areas for improvement.

October 01, 2023

Provide coaching and support to managers and leaders to help them effectively lead and manage their teams.

October 14, 2023

Serve as a resource and advisor to leadership and employees on organizational development and change management initiatives.

October 20, 2023

Collaborate with HR to develop and implement talent management and succession planning strategies.

October 25, 2023

Collaborate with leadership to create and implement change management initiatives to support organizational growth and development.

November 18, 2023

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of organizational development initiatives and make recommendations for improvement.

November 20, 2023

Conduct organizational assessments and surveys to gather feedback and data on employee satisfaction and organizational effectiveness.

November 21, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Organizational Development Specialist in Rochester, NY

Average Base Salary

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91874

115746

102679

Average Total Cash Compensation

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94923

123085

107335

What is the average salary for Organizational Development Specialist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Organizational Development Specialist in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Organizational Development Specialist ranges from $91,874 to $115,746 with the average base salary of $102,679. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $94,923 to $123,085 with the average total cash compensation of $107,335.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$102,679	$91,874 - $115,746
Bonus	$4,656	$3,049 - $7,339
Total Pay	$107,335	$94,923 - $123,085

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Organizational Development Specialist Salary Near Rochester, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,041 - $115,957	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Buffalo, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $91,157 - $114,843	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $90,970 - $114,607	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,858 - $116,986	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,858 - $116,986	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,429 - $111,406	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY

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About Rochester, New York

Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) east-northeast of Buffalo and about 87 miles (140 km) west of Syracuse and Albany, the state capital is 226 miles (360 km) to the east ; it sits on Lake Ontario's southern shore. The Genesee River bisects the city. Toronto, Canada is northwest 168 miles (270 km) and New York City is about 350 miles (560 km) to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96 km2), of which 35.8 square m...

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About Rochester, New York Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

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