JEWISH VOCATIONAL & CAREER COUNSELING SERVICES (JVS)
CHIEF FINANCIAL & OPERATING OFFICER

JVS CURRENTLY ADHERES TO A FOUR-DAY WORK WEEK. THIS POSITION IS HYBRID (TWO DAYS IN OFFICE) AND LOCATED IN SAN FRANCISCO.

ABOUT JVS
JVS is a nonprofit working to close opportunity gaps in employment by supporting jobseekers with the skills and confidence to secure quality careers with family-sustaining wages. Grounded in core values of racial equity and focused on helping our clients achieve economic mobility, we believe everyone deserves access to training and the chance for a good job. JVS develops training programs in close partnership with employers in high growth sectors, offering high quality jobs.

Building on decades of experience and success, JVS is a data-driven organization that takes a whole systems approach to addressing employment and economic equity. Through our direct service programs, employer engagement and policy change, JVS is working toward a future where everyone has access to quality education and training programs that lead to high quality careers and economic mobility.

 OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

  • Salary Range: $189,000 - $219,000

  • Benefits include:

    • Four-day work week

    • 100% covered medical and dental plans for the employee, including one plan that covers IVF

    • Sixteen (16) days of PTO + ten (10) days of Paid Sick Leave

    • 14 paid federal holidays + 3 Jewish holidays

    • 3% 403(b) and Roth IRA retirement contribution match and 3% non-elective contribution

    • Provides basic life insurance/AD&D and Long Term Disability

    • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA

    • Transportation Fringe Benefit Plans available

    • Pet Insurance Discounts

    • Employee Assistance Program

YOU ARE

  • A strategic, mission-driven leader who brings clarity, collaboration, and calm to complex multi-year financial and operational opportunities.

  • A seasoned nonprofit finance expert who understands diverse funding streams and uses data to drive smart, sustainable decisions.

  • A systems thinker who connects finance, technology, and operations to build efficient, scalable, and people-centered infrastructure.

  • A compassionate change leader who balances forward momentum with empathy, fostering trust and engagement across teams.

  • A thoughtful risk-taker and trusted partner who aligns innovation and integrity to advance JVS’s mission of economic mobility and equity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

JVS’s Chief Financial & Operating Officer (CFOO) will be responsible for overseeing the operational strategy of the organization with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and financial leadership in support of JVS’s mission and five-year strategic plan. A key member of the executive leadership team, the CFOO will play a central role in driving the organization’s growth, ensuring financial sustainability, and aligning operations and technology with organizational priorities.

The CFOO will be a proactive, results-oriented leader who brings strong analytical skills, demonstrated ability to build and scale systems, and a collaborative leadership style. This role requires the ability to think strategically and execute effectively in a dynamic environment, championing ongoing learning, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Directors, the CFOO will directly manage the Director of Finance and Director of Technology and indirectly manage their respective teams. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness

  • Design and lead a comprehensive operational strategy that ensures organizational scale, agility, and resilience in alignment with the organization’s five-year strategic plan

  • Oversee and continuously improve enterprise-wide operational systems, processes, and policies to support scalability, impact, and efficiency

  • Lead operational change management initiatives, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and sustainable implementation of systems and process improvements across departments

  • Establish vendor management strategies and partnerships that support cost-effective, mission-aligned service delivery and innovation

  • Serve as a key thought partner to the CEO and executive team on organizational design, resource allocation, and structural effectiveness 

Organizational Goals & Strategic Alignment

  • Partner with the CEO, executive team, and Chief of Staff & Human Resources Director to translate organizational vision into actionable, measurable goals that align people, systems, and resources around impact and sustainability

  • Partner with the CEO, executive team, and Chief of Staff & Human Resources Director to develop and reflect on an ongoing organizational learning agenda

  • Co-lead cross-functional strategic planning and implementation processes to ensure operational and financial infrastructure supports both near- and long-term organizational objectives

  • Provide financial and operational insights to inform decisions on programmatic growth, resource allocation, and change initiatives

  • Monitor progress toward organizational goals using data-informed tools and dashboards, and adjust strategies in response to learning, risk, or environmental shifts

  • Partner with HR and department leaders to align operations strategy with talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational culture initiatives

 Strategic Financial Leadership & Vision

  • Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies that align with the organization's mission, goals, and objectives, ensuring financial sustainability and resilience

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, Finance and Operations Committee (FOC), and Executive Management Team (EMT), offering financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and organizational growth

  • In collaboration with the Director of Finance, lead the organization in multi-year financial planning, scenario analysis, and forecasting to enable data-driven decisions and adaptability to changing financial landscapes and economic conditions

  • Drive the development and execution of long-term financial goals, identifying and evaluating opportunities for financial growth, operational efficiencies, and cost savings

Financial Management, Planning & Analysis

  • Oversee the preparation and management of the annual budget, working closely with the Director of Finance and department heads to set financial goals, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with strategic priorities

  • In collaboration with the Director of Finance, develop a recurring forecasting process that tracks restricted revenue and expenses across government and non-government sources. Develop process to ensure accurate and maximum spend-downs of restricted funding

  • Present accurate, transparent, and timely financial reports to the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, FOC, EMT, and key stakeholders, providing meaningful insights and facilitating informed decision-making

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Oversee all aspects of risk management, ensuring appropriate insurance coverage and minimizing organizational risk through robust identification methods, internal controls, policies, and procedures

  • Support the Director of Finance in conducting regular reviews of financial policies and procedures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices to ensure transparency and accountability

Technology & Systems Leadership

  • Guide IT strategy and infrastructure to support data security, efficiency, and integration across platforms

  • In collaboration with the Director of Technology, lead the organization’s approach to identification, integration, and change management of technology across programs and operations with particular attention to Artificial Intelligence

  • In collaboration with the Director of Technology, lead the implementation and optimization of enterprise systems (e.g., finance, CRM, HRIS) to support organizational performance

 Team Leadership, Organizational Culture, and Development

  • Support the Directors of Finance and Technology in building and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the department

  • Partner with the EMT to foster a mission-driven, collaborative organizational culture that values financial responsibility, ethical behavior, and innovation

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a financial liaison to the Board of Directors and the Finance and Operations Committee, presenting strategic recommendations and financial reports, while engaging Board members in oversight

  • Lead quarterly Finance & Operations Committee meetings; leverage Director of Finance and Chief of Staff & Human Resources Director for support

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, banks, external auditors, and regulatory bodies, to advance the organization’s financial interests and reputation

  • Represent the organization externally at financial and nonprofit events, building partnerships and networking to further the organization’s financial and mission-driven goals

 COMPETENCIES

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required

  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive operational management experience, with at least 5-7 years in a senior operational leadership role setting and monitoring multi-year operational scenarios, ideally in the nonprofit sector

  • Nonprofit Expertise: In-depth knowledge of nonprofit operational management, statewide scale, and relevant compliance requirements

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software; experience with nonprofit accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct) is highly desirable

  • Leadership & Communication: Proven ability to lead and inspire multi-function operational team, with excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Able to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences

  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with experience in operational and financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting

  • Mission Alignment: A passion for the nonprofit sector and a commitment to advancing the mission of JVS through strategic stewardship

 The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employees assigned to this job. 

TO APPLY
For more information, or to apply for the Chief Financial & Operating Officer position, please upload your resume and cover letter here. All applications will be kept confidential, and every applicant will receive a response.