Enrollment Manager

HCA Healthcare · Houston, TX Part Time

$174610 – $174610 / year

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This position will work from Webster, TX at our new campus opening later in 2026 You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many! 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 _Enrollment Manager_ position today! Click here to learn more about Galen! (https://galencollege.edu/about) Position Overview: As a Enrollment Manager at Galen College of Nursing, you will motivate, lead, and support the enrollment team in meeting or exceeding quarterly new student enrollment goals. Key Responsibilities: 1. Understand the composition of the local market and competitive environment relative to Galen's goals and objectives. 2. Increase community presence and develop new recruitment strategies and outreach initiatives to include Enrollment Workshops, Open Houses, College Fairs and Community & HCA Events. 3. Developing quarterly admissions and financial aid forecasts; building, leading, and motivating the teams to ensure that enrollment goals are met. 4. Evaluate and improve the practices of the student enrollment experience, including timely, effective, and positive engagement with students and families throughout the entirety of their experiences with admissions, financial aid, and registration. 5. Developing and implementing a comprehensive, action-oriented enrollment strategy to manage applications through the enrollment process. 6. Utilize CRM systems for monitoring metrics and reporting purposes. 7. Oversee all aspects of admissions and financial aid enrollment operations including hiring, training, and developing of new and existing team members. 8. Evaluate individual team member's performance on a frequent basis through observations and other coaching opportunities. Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual performance feedback and plans of action, as needed. 9. Assisting the Operations Leader in improving the processes of the day-to-day operations of the department. 10. Assist in preparation of accrediting agency reports as it relates to Enrollment. 11. Perform other duties as needed to support the administrative services of the campus. 12. Assist with graduation ceremonies and/or new student orientations, as needed. 13. Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Experience: Leadership experie

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

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 — 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 — 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 Houston 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 Houston area.

A typical day starts with a census and staffing review — 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 — 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 — the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $57.69/hr ($119,995/yr). The typical range is $45.94 – $73.58/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $72,987/yr

Houston Median $119,995/yr

Experienced (90th) $205,400/yr

vs. National Median +1.7%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.