Chief Operating Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

IRA with 3% match

13 paid holidays

Job summary

CFS in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to partner with the board and founders, overseeing operations across asset management, construction, finance, and compliance for a $100M+ portfolio. The role requires senior leadership experience in real estate or affordable housing and strong financial forecasting capabilities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and will guide strategic growth, staff development, and regulatory compliance within a

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of senior leadership experience in real estate, affordable housing, or related finance sectors.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and project finance in complex assets.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, urban planning, or nonprofit management.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for 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.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

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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