Senior Specialist-Simulation Lab

Enterprise State Community College; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Alabama Community College seeks a Senior Specialist to provide technical support for simulation labs, maintain equipment, and assist faculty and learners in a high-fidelity educational setting.

The role covers software/hardware upkeep, lab set‑up, and collaboration with IT and vendors. Candidates should have an associate degree with IT/simulation experience and relevant CHSE/CHSOS credentials.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in clinical simulation, healthcare or IT.
• Strong communication, organizational and multimedia skills.
• Experience solving technology operational problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, clean, and ensure proper function of simulation equipment and computers.
• Install, update, and program simulation software and AV equipment; coordinate with IT and vendors.
• Provide autonomous operation during simulations and support faculty and learners.
• Prepare and break down simulation labs and manage supplies for sessions.
• Assist with inventory, training, and documentation related to simulation tech.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multimedia skills

IT proficiency

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in simulation/healthcare/IT

CHSE credential

CHSOS credential

Tools

AV equipment

Simulation software

Job description

The Senior Specialist provides technical support for all simulation laboratory operations to support the educational objectives and missions of the Simulation Program, Division of Nursing and Allied Health, and College. Primary responsibilities include preparation, maintenance, and repair of simulation laboratory equipment and technology (software and hardware), task trainers, and audiovisual and multimedia peripherals; assisting with set up and clean-up of simulation learning activities; providing assistance as needed to faculty and learners in the simulation environment; and other assigned duties.

Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System salary schedule E2-3.

For more information about salary schedules, refer to https://www.coastalalabama.edu/human-resources/.

At a minimum, the essential functions of this position shall include:

1. Regular and prompt attendance.
2. Operates, troubleshoots, cleans, and ensures proper function of all basic equipment, task trainers, high-fidelity manikins, and computers.
3. Operates, installs, updates, and programs simulation laboratory software and audiovisual equipment, including coordination as needed with College IT and vendor technology support.
4. Provides autonomous operation of high-fidelity manikins, computers, software platforms, and audiovisual equipment during simulated clinical experiences, briefings, and debriefings.
5. Prepares simulation laboratory environment, equipment, manikins, task trainers, and supplies for simulated experiences.
6. Properly breaks down, restocks, and stores simulation laboratory equipment and supplies at the conclusion of simulation experiences.
7. Assists with management of recording, playback, storage, and cataloguing of simulation videos.
8. Communicates with faculty and staff to provide technical assistance, support and training in the proper operation of simulation laboratory equipment and supplies as needed.
9. Participates in curriculum design meetings to facilitate technical planning and delivery for simulation activities.
10. Assists with simulation laboratory inventory labeling, updates, and maintenance.
11. Maintains an updated reference list of MSDS, vendor contact information, scenarios, schedules, set-up guides, and other documents as directed.
12. Acquires and maintains skills and knowledge related to existing and newly acquired technologies.
13. Reviews emergent technologies and makes recommendations for purchasing.
14. Generates innovative approaches for technology improvement and integration into healthcare education.
15. Participates in systems and procedures development.
16. Assists with special technical projects as assigned.
17. Assists with external simulation events, including preparation, set up, clean up, and moulage application.

All positions at Coastal Alabama have the job responsibilities below:

1. Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner.
2. Maintains a highly professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
3. Provides responsible, appropriate, and satisfactory leadership on campus and within the College.
4. Communicates positively and professionally in all aspects of the position.
5. Attends all employee meetings, College meetings and professional development activities.
6. Becomes thoroughly familiar with all pertinent state and national policies and complies with said policies.
7. Serves on and provides information to college committees as needed.
8. Complies with ACCS and College policies, as well as state and federal laws.
9. Ensures the positive promotion of the College and integration of all campuses within the College.
10. Is prompt and punctual in reporting for work, meetings, and office hours.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

1. Associate’s degree in related or equivalent combination of education/experience in clinical simulation, healthcare field, and/or information technology.
2. Exhibits excellent communication, organizational, computer, and multimedia skills.
3. Experience in resolving operational problems related to technology.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in related or equivalent combination of education/experience in clinical simulation, healthcare field, and/or information technology.
2. Experience working in an academic institution.
3. Two years of audio/visual experience and/or two years of computer/IT experience.
4. Two years of experience working in a simulation laboratory setting, including experience with high-fidelity simulation manikins, equipment and software.
5. Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) credential.
6. Ability and eagerness to learn new software and hardware quickly and independently.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Coastal Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, shall be discriminated against on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law.

It is College policy to provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all applicants and employees as required by appropriate federal and state law.

Coastal Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Applicants in need of an accommodation(s), should contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview.

Coastal Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

Coastal Alabama Community College is a multi-campus organization and employees of the College may be assigned to work at any of the College worksites, may be required to travel among various work sites for both day, evening, and weekend responsibilities and must provide their own mode of transportation.

Coastal Alabama Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.