Administrative Program Coordinator- Surgical Technology

Western Iowa Tech Community College; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Job summary

Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City, IA seeks an Administrative Program Coordinator for the Surgical Technology program to provide leadership in development, implementation and evaluation. The role includes coordinating instruction, managing budget, and recruiting instructors while maintaining accreditation standards.

The successful candidate will teach courses as needed, develop articulation agreements, maintain equipment, and communicate effectively with diverse students and

Qualifications

• Credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program accredited by the NCCA.
• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Surgical Technology industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Surgical Technology program.
• Complete accreditation review processes.
• Coordinate classroom instruction, clinical, conferences and meetings.
• Develop, review and evaluate courses.
• Recruit and advise students on course programs and curriculum.
• Manage course registrations, enrollments and program budget.
• Recruit and train adjunct instructors.
• Maintain, order and organize equipment, supplies and products.
• Teach courses in Surgical Technology and related fields as necessary.
• Develop and maintain articulation agreements.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Demonstrate successful teaching experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Leadership

Budget management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology or related field

National certification in Surgical Technology (NCCA accredited)

Bachelor's degree in Surgical Technology or related field

Tools

Computer software proficiency

Internet skills

Job description

WESTERN IOWA TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE EMPLOYMENT

Administrative Program Coordinator- Surgical Technology

Position Title Administrative Program Coordinator- Surgical Technology

Division

Division Instruction

Department

Department Allied Health

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide leadership in the management, development, implementation and evaluation of the Surgical Technology program.

• Provide leadership for the Surgical Technology program.
• Complete accreditation review processes.
• Facilitate/coordinate classroom instruction, clinical, conferences and meetings.
• Develop, review and evaluate courses.
• Recruit and advise students on course programs and curriculum.
• Manage course registrations, enrollments and program budget.
• Recruit and train adjunct instructors.
• Maintain, order and organize equipment, supplies and products.
• Teach courses in Surgical Technology and related fields as necessary.
• Develop and maintain WITCC articulation agreements.
• Use excellent communication and human relation skills.
• Use database applications to create and manage files and communicate requested information, maintaining confidentiality.
• Successful teaching experience.

This is a full-time, grade 8, administrative position with an annual wage of $68,159. Work schedule Monday- Friday 8am-5pm. Benefits include health, dental, long-term disability and life insurance, retirement, tuition waiver, vacation, sick leave and holidays.

Required Qualifications

• Credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies ( NCCA ).
• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or related field.
• Minimum Five (5) years’ experience in Surgical Technology industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Surgical Technology or related field.
• An understanding of the community college philosophy and student.
• Experience with alternative learning delivery methods and systems.
• Commitment to cultural diversity among students, faculty, and in the curriculum.
• Experience in delivering computer-enhanced laboratory simulations.
• Computer experience in common software and Internet.

Physical Demands

Salary $68,159

Position Category

Position Category Administration

Position Type

Position Type FT

Hours Per Week 40

Grade/Level

Grade/Level 8

Work Schedule

Posting Number

Posting Number S181P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/17/2026

Job Close Date

Western Iowa Tech Community College
4647 Stone Ave. Sioux City IA 51106

Western Iowa Tech Community College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based upon race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, actual or potential parental, family or marital status or other protected basis. Members of minority groups, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and identify their status