About this opportunity
The Mississippi Bar lists this Chief Operating Officer opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Reporting to the President/CEO, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) serves as CFLeads’ primary steward of internal operations, ensuring that the organization’s strategy, priorities, and values are translated effectively into day-to-day practice. The COO oversees the systems, processes, and cross-team structures that support high performance, operational alignment, and a healthy organizational culture.
This role strengthens CFLeads’ internal capacity so that the President/CEO can focus on strategic leadership, external relationships, financial health, and long-term vision. The COO oversees day-to-day internal operational alignment, including enterprise risk management, human resources, information technology, legal affairs, and cross-departmental coordination.
The COO ensures operational integrity, fosters organizational effectiveness, and promotes a positive, mission-aligned workplace culture. The COO acts on behalf of the President/CEO in their absence and serves as a trusted partner to the Executive and Leadership Teams, helping to drive accountability and performance across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership Expectations
Model integrity, accountability, and inclusivity in all practices
Serve as a trusted, thought partner to the President, contributing to organizational learning, continuous improvement, and cross-departmental cohesion
Represent CFLeads internally and externally as delegated, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and stewardship
Act on behalf of the President in their absence to ensure organizational continuity
Ensure cross functional collaboration through communications channels that fosters teamwork and transparency
Operations
Steward day-to-day internal operations, ensuring operational alignment with strategic priorities
With the President and CEO, the Senior Director of Programs and Strategy, translate the strategic plan—established by the President and Board—into annual work plans, measurable goals, and performance systems
Lead enterprise-wide initiatives that improve collaboration, efficiency, and organizational capacity
Maintain continuous communication with the President on critical operational and risk-related matters
Develop and improve policies, procedures, and workflows
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence
Governance and Internal Communication
Lead operational execution of Board approved policies, ensuring organizational compliance and alignment with governance best practices
Support internal communications and change management processes that promote transparency and collaboration
Support governance practices and organizational accountability
Talent & Team Development
Design and implement strategies that foster a positive, values-based organizational culture emphasizing trust, equity, and accountability
Oversee human resources and talent systems, including recruitment, performance management, professional development, and compliance with employment law
Support Executive and Leadership Team members in goal setting, performance reviews, and leadership development
Ensure competitive compensation and benefits practices
Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture
Support leadership development and performance management processes
Ensure staff are equipped, informed, and supported to perform at their best
Finance & Technology
In close partnership with the Director of Finance and CEO, provide thought leadership for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning
Collaborate with the finance team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all financial processes
Oversee organizational technology systems, cybersecurity, and data management
Ensure systems support organizational effectiveness and growth
Lead technology planning and operational modernization efforts
With the CEO, ensure stewardship of organizational resources
Risk Management & Coordination
Oversee enterprise risk management, compliance, and legal coordination, engaging outside counsel as needed
Ensure operational systems, policies, and procedures are current, effective, and consistently applied across departments
Oversee the development of performance metrics and dashboards to monitor organizational health and impact
Support and provide leadership to finance, programs, communications and technology, and other areas as needed
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Who can apply
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