Executive Director Simulation Education

University of North Texas System•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Director of Simulation Education provides enterprise‑level leadership for simulation‑based education across UNT Health, ensuring strategic alignment with the institution’s academic mission, accreditation requirements, and national best practices. This position sets vision, governance, and oversight for simulation education, ensuring consistent, compliant, and scalable use of simulation resources across programs advancing innovation, workforce development and strategic partnerships.

Requirements

Master's degree (or higher) in a health profession, education, or closely related field.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in simulation-based education, academic health sciences or a closely related field.
Expertise in simulation-based education, including curriculum integration and assessment.
Experience using data and assessment to inform leadership decisions.
Knowledge of academic administration, governance structures, and accreditation standards.
Knowledge of financial management principles, including budgeting and resource stewardship.
Knowledge of simulation‑based education principles, practices, and emerging technologies.
Skill in strategic planning and execution aligned with institutional priorities.
Skill in leadership and supervision of professional staff across multiple units.
Skill in analyzing, preparing, and presenting reports and recommendations to senior leadership.
Ability to analyze complex organizational, operational, and risk‑related issues.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to build partnerships and influence institutional decision‑making.

Nice To Haves

Certification in simulation (e.g., CHSE, CHSOS, or equivalent).
Clinical licensure in good standing.
Five or more years of experience designing and leading health simulation education.
Experience leading an interprofessional healthcare simulation program that serves multiple clinical/academic disciplines.
Prior experience in large, complex academic health systems or multi-institution collaborations.

Responsibilities

Provide enterprise‑level strategic leadership for simulation education across UNT Health.
Direct governance, compliance, and institutional risk management for all simulation activities.
Lead strategic planning for simulation infrastructure and growth.
Advise senior academic leadership through institutional assessment, reporting, and data‑informed decision‑making.
Advance innovation and academic excellence in simulation‑based education.
Oversee multi‑location operational and financial stewardship.
Establish and lead workforce development and professional standards for simulation-based education.
Cultivate internal and external partnerships and funding opportunities.