Deputy Chief Operating Officer - Lafayette Federal Credit Union (Rockville, MD)

Deputy Chief Operating Officer - Lafayette Federal Credit Union (Rockville, MD)

Published: July 6, 2026

Type: Full Time

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Management, or a related field is required, with an MBA or advanced degree preferred. The role requires 8–12 years of progressive experience in financial services, banking, credit unions, operations, project management, or similar leadership support roles. Candidates should demonstrate strong experience coordinating across multiple operational functions, including lending, servicing, branch operations, facilities, information technology, project management, and enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

The Deputy Chief Operating Officer serves as a strategic support partner to the COO, focused on strengthening execution, coordination, and follow-through across key operational priorities. This role helps ensure that enterprise initiatives move forward efficiently by organizing decision support materials, tracking commitments, and maintaining visibility into project status, risks, and dependencies. Acting as an extension of the COO when delegated, the Deputy COO facilitates communication across executive leaders and operational teams to keep priorities aligned and on schedule, without directly managing senior leaders or their departments.

In addition to day-to-day operational coordination, the role plays a key part in managing cross-functional initiatives such as process improvements, space planning, branch expansion, mergers, and enterprise projects. The Deputy COO also supports regulatory readiness by coordinating exam preparation, audit follow-ups, and documentation across internal stakeholders and external regulators.

Overall, this position is best suited for someone who thrives in structured execution, executive-level coordination, and enterprise project management, serving as a connector who turns strategy into action through organization, influence, and disciplined follow-through.

Location: Rockville , Maryland

Lafayette Federal Credit Union (LFCU), headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking a Deputy Chief Operating Officer (DCOO) to serve as a designated partner to the Chief Operating Officer. For more than 90 years, LFCU has supported over 57,000 members and manages more than $2.1 billion in assets, earning a strong reputation for financial strength, personalized service, and trusted member relationships.

LFCU is built on a culture of collaboration, integrity, and service excellence, with a strong focus on empowering members, strengthening communities, and creating an environment where employees can make a meaningful impact.