Chief Operating Officer

Cnected; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off and vacation

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Cnected is looking for an experienced senior executive to lead internal operations across Mavagi Enterprises, Inc. and E.Q.U.I.P. Enterprises, Inc. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in a leadership role and demonstrate a thorough understanding of financial management and compliance with government contracts.

This role demands the capability to inspire teams towards a shared mission while ensuring both organizations deliver on their commitments. Competitive compensation package includes medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of experience in a senior executive or C-suite leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience owning full organizational operations across multiple functions.
• Proven track record of financial management, including budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Own all internal operations across MEI and EEI, ensuring organizational accountability.
• Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of directors and managers.
• Drive revenue performance and ensure contract compliance across both entities.

Skills

Executive operations and organizational leadership

Financial management, budgeting, and P&L oversight

Government contract compliance and performance

Board-level communication and executive presentation

Strategic planning and business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field

Job description

This Role Is Not For Everyone.It Might Be For You.

For over 25 years, Mavagi Enterprises, Inc. (MEI) and E.Q.U.I.P. Enterprises, Inc. (EEI) have created meaningful employment for veterans and people with disabilities through federal contracts under the AbilityOne/JWOD Program and EEI's WorksWonders program. Together, these two nonprofit organizations form a mission-driven, people-first enterprise built on real contracts, real accountability, and real impact. This is not a supporting role. This is the person who keeps both organizations running, growing, and delivering on the promise that brought them into existence. You will own internal operations across two entities, lead a team of directors, and report directly to the CEO. When the CEO is unavailable, you are the organization. You see around corners. You make decisions and stand behind them. You hold people accountable without losing them. You can sit in a board meeting and walk a contract site on the same day and be exactly who the moment needs in both places.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
• 10 or more years of experience in a senior executive or C‑suite leadership role
• Demonstrated experience owning full organizational operations across multiple functions, not just managing one department
• Proven track record of financial management, including budget oversight, P&L responsibility, and cost performance
• Working knowledge of employment law, including ADA, EEOC, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and wage and hour regulations
• Proven experience with federal and/or state government contracts
• Board‑level communication skills, written and verbal, with the confidence to present, defend, and drive decisions at the executive table
• Ability to pass a background check and meet all contract screening requirements

Preferred

• Experience leading multiple nonprofit organizations simultaneously or managing a dual‑entity structure
• Familiarity with the AbilityOne program, WorksWonders, SourceAmerica, or disability employment frameworks
• Experience in contract and grant development, proposal drafting, and Statement of Work development
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, not required but a meaningful differentiator in our workforce environment
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Own all internal operations across MEI and EEI, including daily execution, site performance, service delivery continuity, and organizational accountability
• Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of directors and managers, including HR, ensuring a high‑performing and mission‑aligned organizational environment
• Evaluate performance against strategic and contractual goals and act decisively when corrections are needed
• Serve as the acting organizational authority when the CEO is unavailable

Financial Oversight and Revenue Performance

• Own the financial management of both organizations including budget development, P&L oversight, financial reporting, and cost control
• Drive revenue performance and identify opportunities to grow the business without compromising workforce quality or mission integrity
• Ensure federal and state government contract performance and compliance obligations are met across both entities
• Execute documents and commitments for which the organization is legally liable
• Lead contract renewals and day‑to‑day partnerships, and bring expansion opportunities and longer‑term strategic decisions to the CEO for alignment before moving forward

People, Compliance, and Culture

• Hold ultimate accountability for compliance across both organizations including ADA, EEOC, FMLA, workers’ compensation, AbilityOne/JWOD, WorksWonders program requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local law
• Exercise hiring and separation authority for director‑level roles and below, in partnership with HR
• Partner with the CEO to build and sustain a culture of accountability, dignity, and mission alignment where the people we employ are not a program requirement but the point of the work
• Ensure seamless alignment between HR, field supervisors, and corporate operations so nothing falls through the gaps

Strategic Leadership and Executive Partnership

• Partner with the CEO and board of directors to design and execute the operational mission, organizational values, and long‑term strategic goals
• Present to the board of directors at the CEO’s direction with clear, confident, data‑informed reporting on operational performance, risk, and opportunity
• Maintain sharp awareness of the competitive landscape, contract environment, workforce trends, and industry developments
• Drive grant development, proposal strategy, and Statement of Work development in alignment with priorities set jointly with the CEO

Required Skills

• Executive operations and organizational leadership
• Financial management, budgeting, and P&L oversight
• Government contract compliance and performance
• Employment law and HR compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Board‑level communication and executive presentation
• Strategic planning and business development
• People leadership, accountability, and culture building
• Nonprofit governance and dual‑entity management
• Contract and grant development
• AbilityOne/JWOD and WorksWonders program knowledge

Benefits

At Mavagi Enterprises, we believe that people who do meaningful work deserve to be taken care of.

Health and Wellness:

• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance

Time Away:

• Paid time off and vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Federal holidays plus additional days, including Good Friday and Battle of Flowers, because we believe rest is part of performance
• Parental leave

Growth and Development:

• Professional development and training opportunities tailored to your role and executive trajectory
• Year‑round team builders and employee events designed to strengthen the organization, not just check a box

About Us

Mavagi Enterprises, Inc. is a fully insured and licensed, professional company servicing an array of industries to include Medical Facilities, Military Bases and Homeland Security. Mavagi Enterprises, Inc. is a team of professionals with a proven track record that can successfully transform customers’ expectations into reality. We have a proven system developed and operated by an experienced team of experts who operate as a transparent, approachable and responsive team to ensure we are always in step with your needs.

We know that our success in building relationships with our clients has been made possible through the talent and dedication of our employees. Our commitment is to serve our employees well so they in turn can serve our clients well. We provide competitive wages and benefits, embrace diversity, promote inclusion, and encourage personal and professional development. We are united by a culture that celebrates hiring persons with disabilities and treating them with respect and dignity.

Legal

Mavagi Enterprises, Inc.

Employment Agreement and Policies
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Company. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We select the best‑matched individual for each position based upon job‑related qualifications, regardless of race, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, disability, or other protected status under state, federal, or local Equal Employment Opportunity Laws.

Equal Opportunity and At‑Will Employment: Employment with us is at‑will, and either party can terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Background Check, Drug Testing, and Confidentiality: As part of the hiring process, we will conduct background checks and drug testing. Employees may be required to sign agreements protecting confidential information and intellectual property.

Non‑Compete or Non‑Solicitation: Certain positions may be subject to non‑compete or non‑solicitation agreements. Applicants are advised to carefully review the full job posting for comprehensive details.

Application Certification: I certify that any information given during the course of the application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize a thorough investigation of my entire former employment history and other references to verify all data given in my application.

Material Misrepresentation: I understand that any material misrepresentation or deliberate omission of a fact in my application may be justification for termination if hired.

Immigration Compliance: Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employability, authorization, and identity within three days of being hired.

Conditions of Employment: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the passing of a drug and alcohol screen, criminal background check, sex offender registry check, and, if applicable, a physical, and the verification of the motor vehicle driving record.

Rules and Regulations: In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to the rules and regulations of the company. My employment and compensation are at‑will.

Implied Contract Disclaimer: I understand that the company does not intend to create an implied contract between the company and its employees through the development and dissemination of company policies, procedures, handbooks, or other literature.