At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
Join the industry leader that Thinks Outside and drives business success through talent. As a Senior Organizational Development (OD) Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and accelerating Polaris’ leadership pipeline and talent planning strategies. This role is a member of the Talent Management Center of Excellence (COE) and partners closely with HR Business Partners, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams to enable enhanced talent development.
Key Responsibilities

Talent Planning

• Define talent development standards and partner across Org. Development to enhance training and execution of key talent processes (Succession Planning, Organization & Talent Review (OTR), Performance Management, Training, etc.)
• Facilitate and evolve functional and enterprise talent councils by building talent review discussion standard work that can be leveraged across businesses/functions to facilitate leader calibration and planning of talent development
• Partner with the Early Talent team to connect enterprise talent councils with governance structure of functional development programs
• Define standards for internal talent movement in alignment with talent council infrastructure, including facilitating the bi-weekly Talent Movement Call to align COEs and HRBPs
• Provide input on succession management philosophy and support efforts to educate HRBPs and leaders on the process
• Develop and refine talent metrics and reporting in collaboration with HRIS and Talent Analytics teams

Accelerated Talent Development

• Design and implement strategies to identify, assess, and accelerate development of high-potential talent
• Define the process for HRBPs and leaders to work with talent to create and monitor individualized development plans, leveraging coaching, mentoring, development assessments, and stretch assignments
• Build and launch tools to assess talent readiness and identify development needs in partnership with HRBPs and business/functional leaders
• Support nomination processes for leadership development programs and ensure alignment with succession plans

Leadership Pipeline Development

• Champion the Polaris Leadership Capabilities framework through identifying opportunities to further embed in our culture, including expanding understanding of Leadership Capabilities by leadership level
• Partner across OD to integrate the Leadership Capabilities into processes and initiatives to elevate capability of talent in the leadership pipeline and upskill leaders across the organization
• Collaborate across OD to align leadership development programs with pipeline needs and business priorities
• Drive the adoption of success profiles and career pathing tools to support internal mobility and career growth

Org. Development & Talent Management Team Support

• Support broader OD & TM team activities and critical initiatives, as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in talent management, organizational development, or HR business partnership roles
• Proven experience in succession planning, leadership development, and talent strategy execution
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and consulting skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms (Workday preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in I/O Psychology, OD, or related field
• Certifications in talent tools (e.g., Hogan, Korn Ferry, DiSC) or change management (e.g., Prosci)
• Experience with leadership competency frameworks and internal talent marketplaces

What Success Looks Like

• A well-integrated leadership capabilities model that is embedded in key talent processes
• Functional talent councils operating with consistency, clarity, and impact
• Increased internal movement and visibility of high-potential talent
• Clear, actionable development plans for successors and emerging leaders
• Strong partnerships with HR and business leaders that drive talent outcomes

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $82,000 to $105,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship
To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris’ high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. 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. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or
Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see:
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)
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