Organizational Change Specialist

Protolabs•Maple Plain, MN

3d•£67,400 - £89,800•Onsite

About The Position

We are growing our change team and looking to add this headcount. You will support key change initiatives that help employees successfully adopt new processes, technologies, and ways of working across the business. This is a great opportunity for an early-career professional — or someone looking to transition into HR, Change Management, Learning & Development, or Project/Program Management — who enjoys working with people, communicating clearly, and helping teams navigate change. You don’t need direct change management experience to succeed in this role; we’re looking for transferable skills, curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine passion for collaboration, problem-solving, and supporting organizational transformation in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Change Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field — or comparable experience.
2+ years of professional experience in any industry or function. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and transferable skills who are interested in pursuing a career in Organizational Change are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, build trusted relationships, influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing environments.
Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft tools including SharePoint, Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), and Outlook; familiarity with AI technologies.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and adapt to changing business needs.
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
Demonstrated empathy, curiosity, and a passion for helping people navigate change.
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or foreign national granted refugee or asylee status due to ITAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AI technologies.

Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of change management strategies aligned with business objectives
Assist in conducting impact assessments and readiness evaluations to identify potential risks and barriers
Help build change plans that address the people side of organizational transformation
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in
Support the facilitation of workshops, meetings, and engagement sessions to promote understanding and commitment
Partner across teams and functions to ensure coordination on change activities
Design and deliver clear, targeted messaging plans for impacted audiences
Develop training materials in partnership with the Learning & Development function and coordinate learning sessions to support adoption
Craft content that is accessible, engaging, and tailored to diverse audiences
Track progress of change initiatives and measure adoption rates
Provide regular reports and recommendations to leadership on change effectiveness
Identify gaps in adoption and recommend strategies to address them
Identify lessons learned and best practices for future change initiatives
Support the development of a change management culture within the organization
Help create and grow a Community of Practice to transform how Protolabs approaches change