What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Executive Officer: Zachary position at Luminate?
Posted: 5/12/26
Feliciana FCU is looking for Chief Executive Officer.
The Board of Directors of a well-established, $23 million community-chartered credit union in Zachary, Louisiana is seeking an energetic, self-motivated CEO to lead the organization into the future.
Position Summary
The Chief Executive Officer serves as the top executive of the credit union, accountable to the Board of Directors for the overall management, strategic direction, financial health, regulatory compliance and day-to-day operations of the organization. The CEO champions the cooperative principles of the credit union movement and ensures the institution delivers exceptional value to its members while maintaining safety and soundness.
Key Responsibilities
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and for an institution of this asset size, plus benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k)
Resumé Should Include
Feliciana FCU is looking for Chief Executive Officer.
The Board of Directors of a well-established, $23 million community-chartered credit union in Zachary, Louisiana is seeking an energetic, self-motivated CEO to lead the organization into the future.
Position Summary
The Chief Executive Officer serves as the top executive of the credit union, accountable to the Board of Directors for the overall management, strategic direction, financial health, regulatory compliance and day-to-day operations of the organization. The CEO champions the cooperative principles of the credit union movement and ensures the institution delivers exceptional value to its members while maintaining safety and soundness.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the annual business plan and long-range strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Directors
- Manage the credit union’s financial statements, loan portfolio, and investments to maintain profitability, adequate capital reserves, and liquidity
- Create, monitor and report financial performance against budget, presenting results to the Board
- Oversee daily operations including member services, lending, and technology
- Ensure full compliance with NCUA regulations, applicable federal and state laws, and internal policies
- Maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes and implement necessary policy or procedural adjustments
- Serve as the primary ambassador of the credit union, building and maintaining relationships with members, trade associations, local businesses, and community organizations
- Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team, establishing a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and member-first service
- Identify opportunities for growth and new product offerings
- Partner effectively with the Board of Directors, providing transparent reporting, policy recommendations, and strategic counsel
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field required;
- Minimum 5 years leadership experience in a credit union or community financial institution
- Strong working knowledge of NCUA regulations, GAAP, and credit union lending practices
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, analyze financial statements, and drive revenue growth
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and community engagement skills
- Experience managing teams of 5–20 employees preferred
- FiServ Portico software experience a plus
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and for an institution of this asset size, plus benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k)
Resumé Should Include
- Experience working with NCUA/OFI examiners, if any
- Details of strategic planning experience, including implementation and tracking
- Professional development coursework/schools completed
- Details of FiServ Portico software experience, if any
- Salary expectations