Organizational Development Consultant

The Port of Portland is hiring a new Organizational Development Consultant! 

Are you an expert in fostering growth and enhancing organizational performance? The Port of Portland is looking for a dynamic Organizational Development Consultant to join our team and make a lasting impact. In this key role, you’ll design, implement and manage development programs for employees and leaders. If you’re passionate about shaping a high-performance culture and driving continuous learning across a diverse workforce, we want to hear from you!

About Us: The Port of Portland is a vital player in driving regional economic growth. Our diverse operations—spanning airports, marine terminals, and business parks—are key to shaping the region’s future. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment where employees of all backgrounds can thrive. By working with us, you’ll help empower a talented team dedicated to supporting the Port’s mission of promoting prosperity and sustainability.

Your Role: As the Organizational Development Consultant, you will play a critical role in supporting leadership by identifying organization-wide development needs and designing impactful development programs that drive meaningful change. You’ll create and deliver strategies that align with the Port’s strategic goals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and leadership excellence. This is an opportunity to partner with leaders across the Port to deliver solutions that enhance organizational performance, employee growth, and overall engagement.

Why Join Us? At the Port of Portland, we are committed to building a diverse, engaged, and high-performing workforce. We value collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel empowered to thrive. Join us and help make a lasting impact on the Port’s workforce and its future success. If you're ready to make an impact and be part of a forward-thinking, inclusive organization, we’d love to have you join our team!

We offer a flexible hybrid schedule that combines work-life balance with team collaboration. You'll be in the office Tuesday through Thursday to engage with colleagues and support our business lines, with the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays most weeks.

Program Development & Management: 

• Lead the creation, delivery, and evaluation of talent development programs, such as leadership training and performance management, in collaboration with leadership and HRBPs. 
• Develop the tools, templates, and resources needed for successful program implementation.
• Build and manage leadership development resources, working with the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging team on inclusive leadership training.
• Advise leaders on talent planning and organizational effectiveness, providing key insights and recommendations. Develop career paths and growth opportunities for employees across different functions.
• Use feedback and data to evaluate programs and improve their effectiveness.

Organization Development: 

• Work with senior leadership to create and implement strategies that support the Port’s mission and goals, making a measurable impact. 
• Regularly update leadership on Organizational Development goals, progress, and results.
• Assess the organization to identify areas for improvement and design solutions for performance, engagement, and change management.
• Lead group activities like strategic planning sessions, leadership retreats, and team-building workshops.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and Port leaders to align OD programs with business needs and drive changes such as restructuring or culture improvements.
• Create tools and resources to support organizational design, team building, and planning, and guide the organization through change.
• Encourage new initiatives and help manage resistance to change with clear communication. 
• Identify training needs, develop programs, and promote a culture of learning and inclusivity. 
• Ensure OD programs support the Port’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Education

• Bachelor’s in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Training & Development, or a related field.
• OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Experience

• At least 8 (eight) years of progressively responsible experience in Organizational Development (OD), Training, or Learning and Development,

Security

• Employees in this position may be required to successfully pass and maintain security clearance relevant to assigned duties such as SIDA (Security Identification Display Area), TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems), etc.

Preferred Licenses and Certifications: 

• APTD or CPTD (ASTD)
• CID (Certified Instructional Designer) (ATD or similar)
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP (HRCI or SHRM)
• CMP (Change Management Practitioner) (Prosci or similar)
• Facilitation certificate or certification (various)
• Coaching certificate or certification (Hudson, ICF, or similar)
• CODP (Certified OD Professional) (IOD)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:  
To ensure full consideration, you must submit a complete application, including a resume outlining your skills and experience specific to this role, and complete the supplemental questions.
 
SELECTION PROCESS & PROJECTED TIMELINE:  (tentative schedule): 

1. Minimum Qualification Evaluation: During the week of February 3, Human Resources and the Hiring Manager will evaluate the education, training, and experience outlined in submitted application packets.
2. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Evaluation: A panel of internal Subject Matter Experts will assess your experience and training based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
3. Interview Scheduling: Our goal is to schedule first-round interviews during the week of February 10 for candidates who successfully pass the SME evaluation. The first round will typically involve the recruiter and the hiring manager. Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 24. 

About us:

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have – our three airports, four marine terminals, five business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them – to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone’s life better. And we’ll use our power and influence to pull down barriers, unlock new opportunities, ensure more people share in our region’s success and include those who have been excluded in the past. With YOUR help – together with our partners, customers, and community – we’ll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion: At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.