Simulation Events Coordinator

University of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension or ORP retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore is seeking a Simulation Events Coordinator to provide operational, technical, and administrative support for simulation-based education events within the PA Program and School of Pharmacy.

The role involves coordinating events in simulation labs and OSCE spaces, organizing room setups and equipment, and assisting faculty, staff, standardized patients, and learners to ensure efficient, safe, and professional learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (English, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications) or related field.
• Two years of event/meeting management experience (fundraising, development, or public/client relations).
• Experience in simulation, laboratory operations, or healthcare education support preferred.
• Related experience may be substituted for education.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and administrative support to department, campus center, or school events.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of events or meetings for simulation laboratories, clinical skills rooms, and OSCE spaces.
• Assist in strategic planning and goal setting for simulation laboratories and promotional materials.

Skills

Event management

Public relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Description - Simulation Events Coordinator (260000RE)

Job Description

Simulation Events Coordinator - ( 260000RE )

The University of Maryland, Baltimore's Physician Assistant Program in the School of Graduate Studies has an opportunity for a Simulation Events Coordinator (Events Coordinator). The Simulation Events Coordinator will provide operational, technical, and administrative support for simulation-based education events within the Physician Assistant Program and School of Pharmacy. Working under the direction of the simulation educator, this position assists with the daily coordination of events for simulation laboratory operations, clinical skills rooms, and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) spaces by preparing learning environments, coordinating room and equipment set-up and breakdown, maintaining simulation resources, and supporting faculty, staff, standardized patients, and learners.

The Simulation Coordinator helps ensure simulation events and activities are conducted efficiently by providing logistical support, maintaining accurate records, troubleshooting routine operational issues, assisting with event coordination, and contributing to a safe, organized, and professional learning environment.

Benefits Information

• retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP)
• generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance
• professional learning and development programs
• tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
• flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job)

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• Provide professional and administrative support to department, campus center, or school events.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of events or meetings for simulation laboratories, clinical skills rooms, and OSCE spaces for the PA Program and School of Pharmacy program. May be responsible for facility logistic aspects of simulations, including set-up and tear down, seating arrangements, technical, and atmosphere.
• Coordinate strategic planning and assist in goal setting for simulation laboratories. Assist in creation of novel approaches to building business such as special events, services or incentives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of concepts and processes.
• Generate proposals and other documents to secure business for all services related to assigned events for simulation laboratories, clinical skills rooms, such as facility, and or equipment. Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts with some latitude.
• Provides general professional and administrative duties to support events and troubleshooting issues that arise throughout the event.
• Assess outcomes and make appropriate recommendations.
• Maintain database or other records of students, faculty or staff for assigned events.
• Assist in preparation of promotional and informational items.
• May supervise staff and/or volunteers and ensure the efficient recruitment/ interview and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (English, Journalism, Public Relations, Communications) or related field.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in event or meeting management, fundraising or development, public, or client relations. Experience in simulation, laboratory operations, or healthcare education support is preferred.

Other: Related experience may be substituted for education.

Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $53,500 - $57,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If youanticipateneeding a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the AmericansWithDisabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, pleasesubmita UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [e-mail] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

Job

Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E2921C

Employee Class : Exempt Regular

Full Time/Part Time : Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Organization

Graduate School

Job Posting

Aug 14, 2026

Unposting Date

Sep 12, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Human Resource Services

410-706-7171

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.