Organizational Development and Change Management Consultant

Organizational Development
and Change Management
Consultant
University of
Georgia

Posting Details

Posting Number S15412P

Working Title Organizational Development and Change Management
Consultant

Department UHR-Learning & Development

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the
state of Georgia in
1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship
university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is
in
our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently
ranked
among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens,
approximately 65 miles
northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately
3,100 faculty and more
than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates
and over 10,000
graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established
School of
Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia has been a leader for more than 235
years for one reason: Our
people. People will always be the heart of our success. Our team is composed of talented human resource
professionals focused on helping the
people of this great institution reach their potential and build the foundation for the next 235 years.
Please visit https://hr.uga.edu/ to
learn more about our
mission, vision, staff, and more!

College/Unit/Department website http://hr.uga.edu/

Posting
Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Athens, Georgia. The work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Advertised
Salary $70,000 – $82,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Posting Date 07/16/2026

Open
until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant
screening will begin immediately. The application packet should include
1. A cover letter detailing how the applicant’s credentials and
experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications stated in
the posting; 2. A current resume and 3. A list of three references
and their contact information.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to
work in the
United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to
work in the
United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain
eligibility without
sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of
Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to age, color,
disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected
status. Persons needing
accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact
Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values
Statement

The
University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the
System Office. Our USG
Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as
an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More
details on the USG
Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG
supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom
of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position
Information

Classification Title OrgDev-Change Mgmt Consult III

FLSA Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR,
  Organizational Development, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in organizational development, change management,
  or talent development
• 2+ years of experience
  leading large scale system implementations
• Certification in Change
  Management (e.g. Prosci) and/or Organizational Development

Position
Summary

The Organizational Development and Change Management Consultant,
within the Division
of University Human Resources (UHR) for the University of Georgia, structures and implements organizational development
and change
management strategies, facilitates stakeholder engagement, and partners across functional areas to ensure successful adoption of
new
systems, processes, and ways of working. As part of the Learning and Development department within UHR, this role plays a key role in
aligning people, processes, and technology to enhance organizational effectiveness and long-term capabilities.

This senior role
serves as an internal consultant for university leaders, departments,
and HR partners to improve organizational effectiveness through change
management, team development, leadership support, workforce
education, and organizational assessment, with an initial focus on the
implementation of a new Unified Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
system. In partnership with UHR units and campus partners, this role
supports successful ERP adoption by developing strategies for change,
educating stakeholders, and aligning the workforce with new digital
workflows and capabilities. This role focuses on minimizing resistance
to change as well as developing training and implementation
strategies to ensure the new technology improves overall efficiency.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability
  to guide groups through complex discussions, decision making, and collaborative problem solving
• Ability to utilize data and
  translate insights into actions
• Knowledge of change management frameworks (e.g., Prosci, Kotter)
• Familiarity with
  learning strategies and workforce development
• Understanding of organizational assessment and
  diagnosis
• Ability to
  collaborate across various business units
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the
  ability to convey complex
  concepts
• Ability to facilitate and lead trainings
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and
  organizational complexity

Physical Demands

Work is primarily performed in an office setting,
involving extended periods of sitting
and computer use.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of
Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a
P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential
function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care
of
children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have
Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security,
personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be
advised a
credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check
criteria,
visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation
Policy

Offers of employment are contingent
upon completion of a background
investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the
University of Georgia;
confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference
checks) as they relate
to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may
also be subject to a
pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background
Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

ERP Transition & Change Management – 50%

• Lead, in collaboration with change management, efforts
  related to ERP implementation, including stakeholder engagement, and
  adoption strategies
• Develop and execute change management
  plans aligned with ERP project milestones
• Conduct change
  impact analyses and organizational readiness assessments
• Partner with the UGA ERP Change Management team and functional
  workstreams to align change and communication strategies
• Support
  development of change networks, champions, or ambassador
  programs across the institution
• Design reinforcement strategies to
  sustain adoption post-implementation

Organizational Development –
30%

• Conduct assessments to identify organizational effectiveness gaps,
  behaviors, readiness, and opportunities for
  improvement
• Develop comprehensive organizational development plans aligned with
  institutional and HR strategy
• Design
  and implement organizational effectiveness programs that support employee development and
  organizational growth
• Facilitate
  workshops and sessions focused on organizational effectiveness, team performance, and change
  readiness

Collaboration – 10%

• Collaborate with multiple University HR
  departments and business
  units to align Organizational Development and change management initiatives
• Oversee UGA Team Development
  Service Request intake
  and delivery process
• Partner with Learning & Development team to ensure training strategies support
  behavior change and ERP
  adoption (not just knowledge transfer)
• Serve as a consultant to campus leaders and stakeholders to
  navigate organizational change

Assessment & Continuous Improvement
– 10%

• Collect and analyze stakeholder feedback through
  surveys and assessments, using the insights to evaluate
  organizational readiness and effectiveness and to refine programs based on emerging
  needs and best practices.
• Track progress of
  organizational effectiveness and change initiatives and report outcomes to leadership
• Research and apply best practices in
  organizational development and change management

To apply, visit https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/492417

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