Simulation Operations Program Manager

Details

Open Date 04/12/2026

Requisition Number PRN44710B

Job Title Operations Program Managers

Working Title Simulation Operations Program Manager

Career Progression Track P00

Track Level P6 - Principal, P5 - Expert, P4 - Advanced

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday-Friday, 8a-5p with occasional mornings before 8am and some evenings

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 02410 - Interprof SimBasd Exp Learning

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $80,000-$130,000

Close Date 07/31/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Simulation Operations Manager/Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the Center for Interprofessional Simulation-Based Experiential Learning ( CISBEL ). This position is responsible for overseeing administrative, financial, and operational functions that support simulation-based education, research, and interprofessional training programs across the University of Utah and affiliated health system partners.

Work in close collaboration with CISBEL leadership, faculty, institutional leaders, and stakeholders to ensure efficient program delivery, optimize resource utilization, and support the growth and innovation of simulation-based initiatives. This role serves as a key liaison between CISBEL and its customers, ensuring high-quality service, operational excellence, and alignment with institutional priorities.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of CISBEL programs, including scheduling, logistics, facility utilization, and program coordination across multiple simulation environments

• Develops, implements, and evaluates policies, procedures, and workflows to improve operational efficiency, service quality, and scalability

• Collaborates with leadership to support strategic planning, program development, and expansion of simulation-based education initiatives

• Manages financial operations, including budgeting, expense tracking, cost-recovery models, and support of grant-funded activities

• Supervises and develops staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluation, and professional development

• Monitors program effectiveness through data analysis, stakeholder feedback, and quality improvement initiatives; implement process improvements as needed

• Serves as a liaison between CISBEL and internal/external stakeholders to ensure high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction

• Promotes CISBEL programs and services to institutional and external partners; supports outreach and engagement efforts

• Participate in institutional committees and contributes to the development of administrative plans, policies, and service standards

• Ensure compliance with university policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Operations Program Manager, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.

Operations Program Manager, V: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.

Operations Program Manager, VI: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 12 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 10 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., MHA , MBA , MHPE , or equivalent)

• Experience in simulation-based education, academic medicine, or healthcare training environments

• Experience managing budgets, financial operations, or cost-recovery models

• Familiarity with simulation technologies, audiovisual systems, and/or educational platforms

• Experience leading multi-site or interprofessional programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to analyze complex operational systems and implement effective solutions

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on staff development and engagement

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic environment

• Strong financial and resource management skills

• Commitment to customer service excellence and continuous quality impro

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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