Director of Health Programs Simulation

The Director of Health Programs Simulation is responsible for directing all academic, operational, and accreditation functions of the college's simulation program. This position provides faculty leadership in simulation based teaching and oversees program administration, including scenario design, facilitation, debriefing, evaluation, operations, compliance, and faculty development. All work must align with nationally recognized standards, including the INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice and SSH Accreditation Standards.

The Faculty Director also provides simulation instruction, adhering to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Alabama Community College System policy.

Salary:

* Range:  Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule C-2: $77,611- $120,346

* Placement:
Based on documented related full-time work experience

* Status:  Contract position (not tenure-eligible)

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

* An on-line application

* Current résumé

* Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.

* Provide high-quality simulation-based instruction across assigned health sciences courses.

* Design, implement, and evaluate simulation scenarios aligned with evidence-based INACSL standards, including prebriefing, facilitation, and structured debriefing.

* Oversee all simulation center operations, including equipment readiness, technology systems, inventory, and safety procedures.

* Lead program compliance and documentation required for SSH Accreditation, including policy development, quality improvement processes, and internal audits.

* Collaborate with discipline faculty to align simulation activities with course objectives and program outcomes, ensuring measurable performance criteria.

* Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate academic records, including grades, attendance, and assessment materials.

* Assist in developing and reviewing student learning outcome objectives for simulation-enhanced courses and programs.

* Analyze and report data related to simulation outcomes for continuous program improvement.

* Engage in faculty development and lead training for faculty and staff in simulation pedagogy, technologies, and best practices.

* Coordinate simulation schedules, resource allocation, and interprofessional simulation activities across health programs.

* Maintain competency in simulation education, teaching strategies, and emerging technologies.

* Foster relationships with clinical partners, industry stakeholders, and advisory committees to strengthen program effectiveness.

* Serves on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution as appointed or elected.

* Becomes familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.

* Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

* A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Allied Health, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.

* Demonstrated experience in simulation-based education including scenario design, facilitation, and debriefing aligned with national standards is required.

* A minimum of three years full-time relevant clinical and/or teaching experience in higher education is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments the following:

* CHSE or CHSOS…