Facilities Manager

HCA Healthcare · Buckingham, TX Part Time
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Job Description

At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to change lives. Since 1989, we've dedicated our work to delivering high-quality nursing education with a student-first mindset. As one of the largest private nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close-knit learning environment with the strength of a nationally recognized institution, HCA Healthcare. That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you'll find a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directly touches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career. If you're looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we'd love for you to apply for the _Facilities Manager_ position today! Click here to learn more about Galen! (https://galencollege.edu/about) Position Overview: As a _Facilities Manager_ at Galen College of Nursing, you will be in charge of the supervision of facilities planning, and management of construction and maintenance of properties. Key Responsibilities: 1. Conducts periodic inspections of facilities to review work in progress. 2. Develops and maintains a preventive maintenance program. 3. Modifies preventive maintenance actions based on changes in equipment or needs. 4. Manages the janitorial contracts and communications. 5. Serves as contract coordinator for elevator maintenance and repair and for maintenance of fire alarm systems. 6. Interacts with various departments and campuses to resolve issues related to facility services. Completes various activity reports or other special projects. 7. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless service. 8. Oversee or assist with construction projects, as needed, at all campuses. 9. Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Facilities, such as Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules and cleaning standards. Position Requirements: Knowledge of: 1. Building, electrical, and HVAC maintenance, repair, and construction methods and requirements. 2. Estimating practices and current labor and material cost. 3. Principles and practices of personnel management and supervision. 4. Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. Ability to: 1. Read and interpret plans and specifications. 2. Prepare sketches of proposed work. 3. Perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over contractors. 4. Make decisions in accordance with the rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the organizational unit to which assigned. 5. Communicate orally with co-workers, customers, clients, or the public in a face-to-face, one-to-one setting or using a telephone. 6. Work cooperatively with other contractors, employees, various levels of management, and students. 7. Comprehend and make inferences from written material. 8. Review or check the work products of oth

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Management roles in senior living carry a unique blend of healthcare oversight and business operations that most job listings barely touch on. Executive Directors and Administrators are typically responsible for state regulatory compliance, staff retention, census management, and family satisfaction β€” all at the same time. In Texas, Assisted Living Facility administrators must meet HHSC licensing requirements, which often include specific training hours and ongoing continuing education.

What surprises many new administrators is the direct involvement with families during crises β€” end-of-life transitions, care disputes, and emergency situations all land on your desk. Staff turnover in senior living runs high nationally, so a significant part of the role is recruiting, training, and retaining quality caregivers. Facilities in the DFW market compete heavily for qualified staff, making retention strategy a critical skill for anyone in these positions.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical day starts with a census and staffing review β€” confirming occupancy, checking for any overnight incidents, and ensuring the day's shifts are fully covered. Morning stand-ups with department heads (nursing, dietary, activities, maintenance) set priorities for the day. You will spend time on the floor interacting with residents and families, which doubles as quality checks and relationship building.

Afternoons often shift to administrative work β€” reviewing financial reports, handling vendor relationships, preparing for state surveys, and managing marketing efforts to maintain occupancy. Community outreach, hospital discharge planner relationships, and local referral networks are ongoing responsibilities. Most directors describe the role as never having two identical days β€” the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $58.48/hr ($121,638/yr). The typical range is $44.34 – $75.25/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $65,520/yr
DFW Median $121,638/yr
Experienced (90th) $204,838/yr
vs. National Median -1.8%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

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