Manager, Healthcare Simulation and Technology

Bow Valley College • Calgary, AB

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About The Position

Reporting to the Dean, School of Health and Wellness, the Manager, Healthcare Simulation and Technology provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the College’s healthcare simulation and experiential learning environments, as well as health and wellness lab spaces. This position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating simulation-based education programs while ensuring the effective management of simulation and lab facilities, technologies, equipment, staff, budgets, and external partnerships.
As a key member of the School’s leadership team, the Manager leads the advancement of innovative simulation and experiential learning initiatives that support student success, accreditation requirements, industry partnerships, applied research, and business development opportunities. The Manager works in close collaboration with the Associate Dean, Simulation and Health Care Centre of Excellence (HCCE), who provides academic and pedagogical direction for simulation-based learning. The Manager contributes to the School’s operational and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Diploma in management or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in simulation-based education.
• High level of understanding of simulation processes and best practices.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• High level understanding of technology as it applies to simulation-based education and teaching in simulation environments.
• Degree in Management.
• Formal training/certification in project management.
• Formal training in leading teams.
• Formal training in leading meetings.
• Formal training in strategy development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of simulation and experiential learning programs across the School of Health and Wellness.
• Develop and implement strategic plans that align simulation-based education activities with institutional priorities and industry needs, in coordination with the Associate Dean, Simulation and HCCE.
• Collaborate with faculty, leadership, and external partners to ensure simulation experiences reflect current best practices and accreditation standards.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, growth, and enhancement of simulation programs, facilities, and technologies.
• Represent the College in provincial, national, and professional simulation organizations and collaborative initiatives.
• Provide strategic recommendations regarding simulation technologies, learning spaces, and future program development, working jointly with the Associate Dean to ensure operational and academic strategies are aligned.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of simulation, experiential learning, and lab facilities, ensuring efficient scheduling, utilization, and delivery of activities.
• Manage operational and capital budgets, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring fiscal accountability.
• Lead procurement activities for simulation equipment and technology, including vendor selection, RFP development, sole-source procurement, and contract management.
• Develop and maintain lifecycle plans for simulation equipment and technology infrastructure.
• Ensure all equipment, software, and hardware assets are maintained, functional, and supported through service agreements and warranties.
• Oversee lab supply management, including inventory tracking, ordering, and forecasting of supply needs across both simulation and lab spaces, in coordination with lab assistant staff.
• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and best practices for simulation and lab operations and space utilization.
• Coordinate simulation accreditation activities and ensure compliance with accreditation standards and requirements.
• Develop and implement annual operational plans and performance measures.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize utilization of simulation and experiential learning spaces, in alignment with academic priorities established with the Associate Dean.
• Identify, pursue, and manage revenue-generating opportunities, partnerships, contracts, and projects with healthcare organizations, industry partners, government agencies, and educational institutions.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to promote simulation services and learning opportunities internally and externally.
• Research, develop, and submit proposals, business cases, contracts, and funding applications.
• Maintain strong relationships with health authorities, professional associations, post-secondary institutions, and community partners.
• Support applied research initiatives and collaborative projects involving simulation technologies and education.
• Provide leadership, supervision, coaching, and performance management for simulation technical and support staff (non-academic roles), including lab assistant staff.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop a high-performing team to support current operations and future growth.
• Establish annual goals, priorities, and performance expectations for staff and monitor progress toward achievement.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and service-oriented work environment.
• Support employee professional development and ensure staff maintain current knowledge of simulation technologies, educational practices, and industry trends.
• Interpret and apply collective agreements, College policies, and employment legislation as required.
• Partner with the Associate Dean to support a cohesive simulation team environment, including clear role delineation and shared priorities between operational and academic staff.
• Ensure compliance with College policies, procedures, applicable legislation, accreditation requirements, and funding agency guidelines.
• Manage privacy, safety, quality assurance, and risk management processes related to simulation operations.
• Develop and monitor procedures that promote safe, effective, and high-quality learning environments.
• Participate on College and external committees and contribute to institutional initiatives and decision-making processes.

Benefits

• International education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.
• Enhanced police information check may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree