Chief Operating Officer

CFS; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health coverage

Simple IRA 3% match

13 paid holidays

Job summary

CFS in San Antonio is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead operations across asset and property management, construction, finance, and compliance, delivering strong outcomes for thousands of affordable housing units and projects.

You will partner with the board and founders, drive strategic initiatives, manage risk and regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and ensure sustainable growth for a mission-driven nonprofit with $100M+ in assets and comprehensive benefits including premium health

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of senior leadership experience in real estate or affordable housing.
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement interpretation.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, urban planning, or nonprofit management.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for asset and property management, construction, finance, and compliance.
• Oversee financial forecasting and project execution in regulated environments.
• Advise growth initiatives, board engagement, and community partnerships to align with mission.
• Mentor staff, drive succession planning, and continuous improvement across functions.
• Direct risk management, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness for assets exceed $100M.

Skills

Senior leadership

Financial acumen

Real estate experience

Nonprofit management

Board collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, public administration, urban planning, or nonprofit management

Master's degree (MBA/MPA/MSW/Urban Planning or related)

Job description

San Antonio, Texas

Compensation

$108,000 to $115,000 USD base salary, DOE + full benefits

Why This Chief Operating Officer Opportunity Stands Out

• Executive-level business partner to board/founders with broad mandate and autonomy
• Stable, mission-focused nonprofit with $100M+ in assets and zero leverage, high staff tenure
• Direct, trusted partnership with active board/founders, strategic impact on affordable housing for the San Antonio community
• High visibility and influence in a respected, longstanding community organization
• Full premium health coverage for employees, Simple IRA with 3 percent match, 13 paid holidays
• Highly stable, mission-driven team with average minimum 12-year tenure

Key Responsibilities Of The Chief Operating Officer

• Lead operations for all asset & property management, construction, finance, and compliance, delivering strong outcomes for thousands of affordable housing units and projects
• Oversee and optimize business processes, financial forecasting, and project execution in complex, regulated environments
• Act as a strategic advisor for growth initiatives, board engagement, and community partnerships, ensuring operational sustainability and mission alignment
• Mentor and develop staff, promote succession planning, and drive continuous improvement across all functions
• Direct critical risk management, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness for a portfolio exceeding $100M in assets

Must-Have Skills/Experience (Required) Of The Chief Operating Officer

• 7 to 10 years of senior leadership experience in real estate, affordable housing, or commercial lending/banking
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, project finance, and financial statement interpretation in complex asset environments
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (finance, accounting, public administration, urban planning, nonprofit management)

Preferred Experience of the Chief Operating Officer:

• Master's degree (MBA, MPA, MSW, Urban Planning, or related field).
• Experience in affordable housing, community development, real estate development, nonprofit management, or public sector operations.
• Knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, HOME, CDBG, multifamily housing operations, development financing, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing federally, state, and locally funded programs.
• Experience working with nonprofit boards and community stakeholders

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