Job ID: req4941
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Hamel, MN, US
Job Title: Director, Organizational Development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: CHRO
Flex Work Eligible: This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 workdays annually to work remote. The initial number of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Director, Organizational Development is responsible for designing, leading, and executing strategies that drive organizational effectiveness, talent management, and culture at Loram. This role oversees the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) teams, serving as a key architect of programs that attract, develop, and retain top talent. The Director partners closely with executive leadership to align people initiatives with business objectives, foster a high-performing culture, and lead change management and employee relations efforts across the organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop, lead, and execute enterprise-wide organizational development strategies—including leadership development, talent management, succession planning, and employee engagement—to support Loram’s business objectives and culture.
- Oversee and guide the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HR Business Partner teams; provide strategic direction, coaching, and support to ensure effective talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and change leader to executives and people managers, designing and facilitating interventions that improve team effectiveness, organizational structure, and cultural transformation.
- Leverage data and talent analytics to assess organizational needs, measure program effectiveness, and deliver actionable insights and regular progress updates to senior leadership.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in partnership with HR and business leaders; ensure best practices and continuous improvement in all organizational development, talent, and learning programs.
- Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships for OD, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HRBP functions.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in OD HR, BA, Psych, or a related field
Experience
- Minimum of 10 yrs of experience in OD, talent management, or related HR leadership roles
- Direct experience leading teams in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and/or HRBP functions
- Proven track record designing and implementing large-scale OD initiatives, including leadership development, succession planning, and culture transformation
- Experience in a complex, matrixed, multi-location environment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experienced in OD, talent management, and adult learning.
- Strong grasp of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO) with legal collaboration experience.
- Skilled in facilitation, coaching, and consulting.
- Effective communicator and relationship-builder across all levels.
- Data-informed decision maker with a track record of leading teams, driving change, and fostering inclusive, emotionally intelligent workplaces.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in OD, Industrial/Organizational Psych, HR, or related field
- Certification in OD, Coaching, Change Management (e.g., Prosci, SHRM-SCP, Hogan, Korn Ferry)
- Demonstrated experience in union negotiations, labor relations, or collective bargaining
- Background in the manufacturing, rail, or industrial sector
- Experience supporting international operations
- Familiarity with HR technology platforms, talent analytics, learning management systems, and survey/assessment tools (e.g., Cornerstone, Dayforce, Culture Amp, SuccessFactors)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
- Travel up to 30%
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad or industrial environment
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $153,600 – $195,800
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Revised July 2025
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Job ID: req4941
Job Category: Corporate
Location: Hamel, MN, US
DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director, Organizational Development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: CHRO
Flex Work Eligible: This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 workdays annually to work remote. The initial number of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Director, Organizational Development is responsible for designing, leading, and executing strategies that drive organizational effectiveness, talent management, and culture at Loram. This role oversees the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) teams, serving as a key architect of programs that attract, develop, and retain top talent. The Director partners closely with executive leadership to align people initiatives with business objectives, foster a high-performing culture, and lead change management and employee relations efforts across the organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop, lead, and execute enterprise-wide organizational development strategies—including leadership development, talent management, succession planning, and employee engagement—to support Loram’s business objectives and culture.
- Oversee and guide the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HR Business Partner teams; provide strategic direction, coaching, and support to ensure effective talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and change leader to executives and people managers, designing and facilitating interventions that improve team effectiveness, organizational structure, and cultural transformation.
- Leverage data and talent analytics to assess organizational needs, measure program effectiveness, and deliver actionable insights and regular progress updates to senior leadership.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in partnership with HR and business leaders; ensure best practices and continuous improvement in all organizational development, talent, and learning programs.
- Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships for OD, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HRBP functions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in OD HR, BA, Psych, or a related field
Experience
- Minimum of 10 yrs of experience in OD, talent management, or related HR leadership roles
- Direct experience leading teams in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and/or HRBP functions
- Proven track record designing and implementing large-scale OD initiatives, including leadership development, succession planning, and culture transformation
- Experience in a complex, matrixed, multi-location environment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experienced in OD, talent management, and adult learning.
- Strong grasp of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO) with legal collaboration experience.
- Skilled in facilitation, coaching, and consulting.
- Effective communicator and relationship-builder across all levels.
- Data-informed decision maker with a track record of leading teams, driving change, and fostering inclusive, emotionally intelligent workplaces.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in OD, Industrial/Organizational Psych, HR, or related field
- Certification in OD, Coaching, Change Management (e.g., Prosci, SHRM-SCP, Hogan, Korn Ferry)
- Demonstrated experience in union negotiations, labor relations, or collective bargaining
- Background in the manufacturing, rail, or industrial sector
- Experience supporting international operations
- Familiarity with HR technology platforms, talent analytics, learning management systems, and survey/assessment tools (e.g., Cornerstone, Dayforce, Culture Amp, SuccessFactors)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
- Travel up to 30%
- Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad or industrial environment
Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.
Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.
Starting pay for the position is between $153,600 – $195,800
Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Revised July 2025
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ABOUT
Based in Hamel, Minnesota, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. designs and builds some of the most sophisticated railway maintenance equipment in the world, delivering high quality products and services to our global customers. This is made possible by employees who are passionate about delivering advanced equipment, innovative solutions, and unrivaled customer service.
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Based in Georgetown, Texas, Loram Technologies, Inc. provides innovative solutions for the railroad industry. From our friction management application systems to our Aurora® track inspection systems, our products are technologically advanced, safer, more efficient, and more productive than traditional maintenance methods.
For more information about LTI go to:
http://www.loramtechnologies.com
Loram is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Title: Director, Organizational Development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: CHRO
Flex Work Eligible: This position qualifies for the Flexible Work Policy. Employees receive 75 workdays annually to work remote. The initial number of days is prorated for the first year based on start date.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
The Director, Organizational Development is responsible for designing, leading, and executing strategies that drive organizational effectiveness, talent management, and culture at Loram. This role oversees the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) teams, serving as a key architect of programs that attract, develop, and retain top talent. The Director partners closely with executive leadership to align people initiatives with business objectives, foster a high-performing culture, and lead change management and employee relations efforts across the organization.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop, lead, and execute enterprise-wide organizational development strategies—including leadership development, talent management, succession planning, and employee engagement—to support Loram’s business objectives and culture.
- Oversee and guide the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HR Business Partner teams; provide strategic direction, coaching, and support to ensure effective talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and change leader to executives and people managers, designing and facilitating interventions that improve team effectiveness, organizational structure, and cultural transformation.
- Leverage data and talent analytics to assess organizational needs, measure program effectiveness, and deliver actionable insights and regular progress updates to senior leadership.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in partnership with HR and business leaders; ensure best practices and continuous improvement in all organizational development, talent, and learning programs.
- Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships for OD, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and HRBP functions.
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Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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