POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Assistant Director, Simulation Center
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 6035
GRADE 45
CLASSIFICATION Exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Director of Information Technology and Operations - MCHHS
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Assistant Director, Simulation Center oversees the overall functionality and advancement of the simulation program, providing leadership in the planning, coordination, and execution of simulation activities, managing resources, and supporting long-term operational effectiveness. This role is responsible for shaping program direction, supporting faculty and staff, overseeing budgets and procurement, developing, and enforcing policies and procedures, and ensuring alignment with current industry standards and best practices. Additional responsibilities include managing staff training and scheduling, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, engaging in community outreach, and enhancing the quality and impact of simulation-based learning. The Assistant Director remains actively involved in professional development to keep the program current with emerging trends and innovations in healthcare education. This position works closely with faculty to support alignment with discipline-specific policies, learning objectives, educational outcomes, current simulation practices, and safety protocols. The Assistant Director also serves as a key liaison for collaboration with our Alliance partners, promoting consistency, innovation, and shared excellence across programs.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business management or other related field is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: At least 5 years of management, leadership or supervisory experience required along with a strong foundation in team collaboration, operational oversight, and successful design and execution of strategic initiatives. Demonstrated experience and understanding of proper lab procedures for safety of self and of others is also required.
Skills: The Simulation Director must demonstrate strong leadership and operational management skills, with the ability to oversee the full spectrum of simulation center activities and must possess technical proficiency with simulation technologies including hardware, software, audiovisual systems, and simulation management platforms, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently. Proficiency in Microsoft software applications is preferred. Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, and sound decision-making are essential, along with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to evolving priorities. Able to maintain confidentiality regarding job assignments and sensitive issues. Ability to work with internal and external individuals from different disciplines and different levels of training. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Self-motivated leader, that promotes innovation, supports professional development, and ensures the simulation program maintains excellence in alignment with institutional goals and standards. Ability to work as a team member in a dynamic environment: able to work occasionally evening/weekends.
Effort: Work requires occasional physical lifting of equipment (up to 50lbs) and management/utilization of advanced medical devices. Frequent standing when working events and walking may be required. The ability to maneuver (i.e., move, push, pull) hospital beds and large/heavy medical devices may also be required.
Other: Occasionally requires working outside normal office hours.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides strategic direction and administrative oversight for the simulation program to align with institutional goals.2. Leads short- and long-term planning for simulation services, staffing, and infrastructure.
3. Identifies and pursues funding opportunities to support innovation and program growth.
4. Collaborates with faculty and departments to design, implement, and assess simulation-based learning experiences.
5. Supports simulation events across disciplines, including staff and student competency training.
6. Ensures compliance with accreditation standards and best practices in simulation education.
7. Oversees daily operations of the simulation center, including scheduling, equipment readiness, and lab functionality.
8. Manages financial resources, track expenditures, and maintain detailed records.
9. Supervises simulation staff, including standardized patients and technicians, and support their professional development.
10. Evaluates and implements new simulation technologies and instructional strategies.
11. Collaborates with IT to maintain and troubleshoot simulation systems and audiovisual components.
12. Maintains accurate records of equipment, inventory, and maintenance schedules.
13. Serves as the primary liaison with internal and external partners, including vendors and academic collaborators.
14. Participates in regional and consortium meetings to align strategies and share best practices.
15. Communicates effectively with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders to support simulation initiatives.
16. Coordinates the recruitment, training, and scheduling of Standardized Patients (SPs).
17. Manages the nursing skills lab, including inventory, setup, and maintenance for faculty-led sessions.
18. Prepares reports on program utilization, learner outcomes, and resource needs.
19. Stays current through professional development and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
20. Oversees marketing and information management for the Simulation Center to promote services and engagement.
SUPERVISION
The Assistant Director, Simulation Center, supervises the day-to-day work of the Simulator Technicians, as well as part-time staff and student employees.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED JUNE 2025
