Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating OfficerPosition OverviewA well-established, mission-focused organization dedicated to expanding homeownership opportunities and strengthening communities across Los Angeles County is seeking a highly effective Chief Operating Officer (COO). This executive will play a pivotal role in translating strategic priorities into coordinated, day-to-day execution across a complex, multi-entity organization.The COO will partner closely with the CEO and leadership team to ensure operational excellence, financial stewardship, and organizational alignment. This is an ideal opportunity for a pragmatic, systems-oriented leader who thrives in environments where structure, clarity, and accountability are needed to unlock the next stage of impact.Key Responsibilities of the Chief Operating OfficerDrive execution of the organization's multi-year strategic plan by translating priorities into clear, actionable operating goals and ensuring alignment across all departmentsOversee day-to-day operations across multiple affiliated entities, including lending and real estate-related functions, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and strong performanceLead enterprise-wide financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and oversight of a portfolio and working in close partnership with finance leadershipIdentify and implement opportunities to improve operational efficiency, with a particular focus on scaling lending activities and strengthening core business functionsBuild and refine internal systems, workflows, and controls to support growth, improve decision-making, and ensure organizational disciplineEstablish and enhance reporting structures to meet leadership needs and external funder requirements, addressing current gaps in data and performance trackingServe as a central integrator across teams, improving cross-functional communication, coordination, and accountabilityProvide leadership and guidance to department heads, clarifying roles, strengthening execution, and fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvementLead organizational change initiatives, introducing structure and process improvements while maintaining flexibility and responsivenessEnsure alignment between programmatic efforts and operational capacity to support increased homeownership outcomes and long-term impactQualifications of the Chief Operating OfficeAt least 10+ years of experience in operations, ideally within a complex, multi-entity or mission-driven organizationProven track record of executing strategy, improving systems, and driving organizational performanceStrong financial acumen with experience overseeing large budgets and multiple business linesDemonstrated success building and optimizing operational infrastructure, including systems and reportingSkilled in leading teams through change and fostering cross-functional collaborationAbility to balance strategic thinking with hands-on executionCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive executive-level salary commensurate with experienceComprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plansGenerous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and wellness timeRetirement plan with employer contributionFlexible work arrangements, including hybrid scheduling where applicableProfessional development and executive leadership supportOpportunity to play a key role in advancing equitable access to homeownership and community stability$150,000 - $180,000 a year#GHJSS #LI-SL1