Director of Interprofessional Simulation Center

Director of Interprofessional Simulation Center Hartnell Community College Salary: $129,823.00 - $157,286.00 Annually Job Type: Manager Job Number: 202400305 Location: Main Campus 411 Central Avenue, Salinas Department: Nursing & Health Sciences Closing: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Overview Hartnell College invites an equity-minded, innovative, and dynamic leader to serve as the Director of the Interprofessional Simulation Center. This is a pivotal leadership role designed for a visionary who can bridge healthcare education and clinical excellence. You will champion a state-of-the-art learning environment, developing immersive programs that redefine the student experience and prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals for the Salinas Valley and beyond. Responsibilities Visionary Direction: Lead the implementation of simulation-based learning across Nursing, Respiratory Care, Emergency Medicine, and other Health Science programs. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Support the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in simulation-based education by facilitating scenarios; ensure simulation spaces, equipment, and resources are accessible and supportive of equitable learning experiences. Continuous Improvement: Monitor emerging trends in healthcare technology and simulation pedagogy to ensure Hartnell College Simulation Center emerges as a regional leader in healthcare. Budget Oversight: Develop and manage the Sim Center's annual budget within District Policy; oversee forecasting, expenditures, and resource allocation to optimize facility use. Grant Administration: Identify, apply for, and manage local, state, and federal grants to support Center expansion and innovation. Asset Procurement & Management: Coordinate the procurement, scheduling, and maintenance of high-fidelity simulators and lab equipment, prioritizing academic needs while supporting appropriate use by industry and community partners. Regulatory Excellence: Maintain continuous compliance with Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) standards; manage all accreditation reporting and site visits. Community Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for marketing Sim Center services to industry partners and external revenue-generating partners; lead college and community outreach activities. Collaborative Governance: Chair the Sim Center Advisory Committee and collaborate with Program Directors to ensure clinical requirements and student learning outcomes are met. Staff Development: Recruit, supervise, and evaluate a diverse team of professional and technical staff; oversee orientation and mentoring for facilitators and staff on simulation best practices and debriefing techniques. Professional Growth: Identify training needs and facilitate professional development opportunities for staff and faculty involved in simulation. Foster Collaborative Culture: Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and shared problem‑solving. Supervision & Mentorship: Directly supervise the Healthcare Simulation Lab Coordinator, providing guidance, performance feedback, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Qualifications Advanced Knowledge of: Simulation Pedagogy: Theories and practices of interprofessional simulation education and certification. Regulatory Frameworks: California Chancellor's Office, BRN, BVNPT regulations, and ACEN, CoArc, INACSL, and SSH accreditation standards. Business Operations: Principles of budget development, grant writing, and administrative management within a public agency or educational institution. Demonstrated Ability to: Promote Equity: Exhibit a deep understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds of community college students. Lead Collaboratively: Navigate a participatory governance environment with a fair-minded, ethical, and influential leadership style. Communicate Effectively: Deliver high‑impact presentations and represent the District professionally to governmental agencies and community partners. Solve Complex Problems: Utilize data and assessment outcomes to drive program improvements and operational efficiency. Education & Experience Required: A Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Experience: Health Related: A minimum of two (2) years of healthcare-related employment experience. Simulation: Prior experience with simulation pedagogy and operations, including active participation, leadership, or professional development with a simulation-focused organization. Administrative: One (1) year of experience in an administrative leadership role. Conditions of Employment This is a regular, full time, academic management position. The district provides health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and a high percentage of coverage for eligible dependents. Life, accident, and income protection insurance. Sick leave, vacation, paid holidays. CalSTRS (State Teacher Retirement System). Prorated annual doctoral stipend: $3,000. Salary range: $129,823.00 to $157,800.00 annually. EEO Statement Hartnell Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hartnell Community College