Chief Operating Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Simple IRA with 3% match

13 paid holidays

Full benefits

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Chief Operating Officer in San Antonio to lead operations for asset management, construction, finance, and compliance across affordable housing projects. You will partner with the board and founders to drive strategic growth while ensuring operational sustainability and mission alignment.

The role emphasizes strong financial acumen, governance with the board, and staff mentorship in a mission-driven nonprofit with benefits and a stable team.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in real estate, housing, or related financing environments.
• Strong financial forecasting, budgeting, and project finance skills.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, public administration, urban planning, or nonprofit management.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for asset & property management, construction, finance, and compliance.
• Oversee financial forecasting, budgeting, and project execution in regulated settings.
• Advise board/ founders on growth, partnerships, and mission alignment.

Skills

Executive leadership

Financial forecasting

Budgeting

Project finance

Stakeholder management

Education

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

Tools

Appfolio

Job description

San Antonio, Texas

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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