Deputy Chief Operations Officer
gpac, Tulsa, OK, United States
Job Description
This role is open to relocation candidates. The position is for Baton Rouge, LA. Candidate must have experience in a 5 Billion Dollar asset bank to be considered!
Deputy Chief Operations Officer (DCOO)
Second-in-command to the COO | Execution-Focused Operational Leader - RELOCATION Available to Baton Rouge, LA
Core Purpose
The Deputy COO ensures the bank's day-to-day operations run smoothly while executing the strategic vision set by the CEO and COO. This role bridges strategy and execution - turning high-level plans into measurable operational performance.
Where This Role Sits
Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
Oversees: Operations, Deposit Ops, Loan Ops, IT (sometimes), Retail Ops, Vendor Management, Facilities, and Process Improvement
Often supervises department heads directly
Acts as COO in their absence
Job Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Oversees daily operational workflow across branches and back-office functions
Improves efficiency in loan processing, deposit operations, treasury services, and customer service functions
Drives consistency across multiple markets (Baton Rouge, NOLA, Jackson, etc.)
Process & Risk Management
Identifies bottlenecks and improves internal controls
Partners with Compliance, Risk, and BSA to ensure operational integrity
Prepares departments for audits and regulatory exams
Technology & Systems Oversight
Works closely with core systems, LOS platforms, and digital banking initiatives
Helps implement operational tech upgrades
Manages vendor relationships and contract negotiations
Team Development
Coaches operational leaders
Implements performance metrics
Builds scalable infrastructure for growth
Strategic Execution
Translates strategic growth goals (asset growth, branch expansion, market entry) into operational readiness
Ensures staffing, systems, and policies can support expansion
Ideal Background
10+ years in banking operations
Experience with nCino and CECL Software preferred
Experience in larger community or regional bank settings
Strong understanding of loan operations, deposit ops, and treasury services
Regulatory exam exposure
Experience with SOX Controls
Process improvement or Lean/Six Sigma experience is a plus
How to Apply:
For more information, contact
Tanner Stark
at 417.590.8249. Resumes may be confidentially submitted to
tanner.stark@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
This role is open to relocation candidates. The position is for Baton Rouge, LA. Candidate must have experience in a 5 Billion Dollar asset bank to be considered!
Deputy Chief Operations Officer (DCOO)
Second-in-command to the COO | Execution-Focused Operational Leader - RELOCATION Available to Baton Rouge, LA
Core Purpose
The Deputy COO ensures the bank's day-to-day operations run smoothly while executing the strategic vision set by the CEO and COO. This role bridges strategy and execution - turning high-level plans into measurable operational performance.
Where This Role Sits
Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
Oversees: Operations, Deposit Ops, Loan Ops, IT (sometimes), Retail Ops, Vendor Management, Facilities, and Process Improvement
Often supervises department heads directly
Acts as COO in their absence
Job Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Oversees daily operational workflow across branches and back-office functions
Improves efficiency in loan processing, deposit operations, treasury services, and customer service functions
Drives consistency across multiple markets (Baton Rouge, NOLA, Jackson, etc.)
Process & Risk Management
Identifies bottlenecks and improves internal controls
Partners with Compliance, Risk, and BSA to ensure operational integrity
Prepares departments for audits and regulatory exams
Technology & Systems Oversight
Works closely with core systems, LOS platforms, and digital banking initiatives
Helps implement operational tech upgrades
Manages vendor relationships and contract negotiations
Team Development
Coaches operational leaders
Implements performance metrics
Builds scalable infrastructure for growth
Strategic Execution
Translates strategic growth goals (asset growth, branch expansion, market entry) into operational readiness
Ensures staffing, systems, and policies can support expansion
Ideal Background
10+ years in banking operations
Experience with nCino and CECL Software preferred
Experience in larger community or regional bank settings
Strong understanding of loan operations, deposit ops, and treasury services
Regulatory exam exposure
Experience with SOX Controls
Process improvement or Lean/Six Sigma experience is a plus
How to Apply:
For more information, contact
Tanner Stark
at 417.590.8249. Resumes may be confidentially submitted to
tanner.stark@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.