Director of Interprofessional Simulation Center

Director of Interprofessional Simulation Center

Hartnell Community College

Salary: $ - $ Annually

Job Type: Manager

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Location: Main Campus 411 Central Avenue, Salinas

Department: Nursing & Health Sciences

Closing: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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.

• 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.

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.

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