Director of Interprofessional Simulation Center

Hartnell Community College•Salinas, CA

10h

About The Position

Hartnell College seeks an equity-minded, innovative leader to direct its Interprofessional Simulation Center. Under the general direction of the Dean of Academic Affairs, Nursing and Health Sciences, the Director plans, organizes, and leads the Center’s strategic and operational activities. The role bridges healthcare education and clinical practice, advances simulation-based learning and interprofessional pedagogy, and helps prepare healthcare professionals for the Salinas Valley and beyond. The Director oversees the Center’s daily functions, projects, resources, and staff, and serves as a liaison among academic divisions, industry partners, and regulatory agencies. The role includes strategic planning, budget and grant management, procurement and maintenance of simulation equipment, accreditation and compliance, community engagement, and staff development. The Director also chairs the Sim Center Advisory Committee and directly supervises the Healthcare Simulation Lab Coordinator. This is a regular, full-time academic management position. The annual salary range is $129,823 to $157,800, with starting salary commensurate with education and experience. A prorated annual doctoral stipend of $3,000 is available.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
At least two years of healthcare-related employment experience.
Prior experience with simulation pedagogy and operations, including active participation, leadership, or professional development with a simulation-focused organization.
At least one year of experience in an administrative leadership role.
Advanced knowledge of interprofessional simulation education theories and practices and simulation certification.
Advanced knowledge of relevant California Chancellor’s Office, BRN, and BVNPT regulations, and ACEN, CoArc, INACSL, and SSH accreditation standards.
Advanced knowledge of budget development, grant writing, and administrative management in a public agency or educational institution.
Ability to understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds of community college students and promote equity.
Ability to lead collaboratively in a participatory governance environment with a fair-minded, ethical, and influential leadership style.
Ability to deliver high-impact presentations and represent the District professionally to government agencies and community partners.
Ability to use data and assessment outcomes to improve programs and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Lead implementation of simulation-based learning across Nursing, Respiratory Care, Emergency Medicine, and other Health Science programs.
Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into simulation education and support accessible, equitable learning environments.
Monitor developments in healthcare technology and simulation pedagogy to advance the Center.
Develop and manage the annual budget, including forecasting, expenditures, and resource allocation.
Identify, apply for, and administer local, state, and federal grants.
Coordinate procurement, scheduling, and maintenance of high-fidelity simulators and laboratory equipment.
Maintain compliance with Society for Simulation in Healthcare standards and manage accreditation reporting and site visits.
Market the Center’s services to industry and external revenue-generating partners and lead college and community outreach.
Chair the Sim Center Advisory Committee and collaborate with Program Directors to meet clinical requirements and student learning outcomes.
Recruit, supervise, and evaluate professional and technical staff.
Oversee orientation and mentoring for facilitators and staff on simulation best practices and debriefing techniques.
Identify training needs and facilitate professional development for staff and faculty involved in simulation.
Promote a positive, inclusive, collaborative team culture that supports innovation and shared problem-solving.
Directly supervise and provide guidance and performance feedback to the Healthcare Simulation Lab Coordinator.