Simulation Operations Specialist

Hawkeye Community College; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkeye Community College, located in Cedar Valley near Waterloo, IA, seeks a full-time Simulation Operations Specialist for the Van Gerpen Simulation Center. You will prepare realistic simulation environments, run scenarios, and ensure equipment readiness to deliver interactive experiences for health professions students.

The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty, data management, and accreditation-related tasks to support student success and hands-on learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field and two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of education or experience to total four (4) years.
• Must possess or ability to obtain Basic & Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (renewed and current) within 3 months of hire.
• Knowledge of using instructional technology.
• Knowledge of general health science/medical education, human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of working with medical equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability to move 50 lb. mannequin or simulator within the lab.
• Demonstrated ability to use sophisticated medical simulation technologies including human patient simulation and clinical skills simulation.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
• Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, operates, and supports all simulators and equipment within the simulation lab and its extensions.
• Assists with data analysis to evaluate simulation learning success and satisfaction.
• Troubleshoots and/or repairs all equipment.
• Assists with development of simulation technicians and simulation lab assistants.
• Reports all technical or program issues that arise.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly maintenance for all simulators.
• Assists with budgeting, supply, and inventory.
• Assists with development and maintenance of a simulation scenario data storage strategy.
• Assists in the selection of appropriate mannequins, learning technologies, hardware and software for simulation.
• Assists with researching and recommends emerging technologies and tools for use in classroom, online, and laboratory settings.
• Assists with tracking simulation efforts as they relate to organizational goals and quality improvement measures.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, current literature, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in simulation and use of instructional strategies to improve student learning.
• Participates in community outreach programs, including promotional materials, conducting tours of the facilities, participating in public relations activities, and performing community service.
• Works with vendors to resolve issues.
• Participates in internal and external committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree in related field

Tools

ACLS certification

Instructional technology

Microsoft Office & Google Apps

Job description

Vacancy Notice: Thursday, September 10, 2026

Application Deadline: Sunday, September 27, 2026 by 11:59 PM CST

Position Type: Classified

Hours: Full Time

Reports To: Simulation Coordinator

Job Summary

Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge and technical expertise? Are you an organized problem-solver, a collaborative team player, and passionate about empowering future healthcare professionals through life-changing learning opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has an exciting opportunity for you!

The School of Sciences & Health Sciences is seeking a full-time Simulation Operations Specialist to join their team at the Van Gerpen Simulation Center. In this role, you will support innovative, hands‑on learning experiences by preparing realistic simulation environments, running scenario setups and breakdowns, and applying scenario‑specific moulage. You will maintain advanced equipment and simulators, manage scheduling and space utilization, and oversee crucial documentation, data, and accreditation activities. Working closely with faculty and the simulation team, you will play a central role in delivering seamless, interactive educational experiences that drive student success.

Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a diverse student body through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Division as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Our mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. We are located in the Cedar Valley, just south of Waterloo, Iowa. The growing cities of Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Iowa offer diverse cultural experiences and all the amenities of a big city with a small‑town feel. There is always something to do, whether you want to attend a sporting event, go shopping, or go to a local restaurant. For additional information about Hawkeye Community College and the area surrounding campus, visit our website: Hawkeye Community College.

Essential Job Functions

Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintains, operates, and supports all simulators and equipment within the simulation lab and its extensions.
• Assists with data analysis to evaluate simulation learning success and satisfaction.
• Troubleshoots and/or repairs all equipment.
• Assists with development of simulation technicians and simulation lab assistants.
• Reports all technical or program issues that arise.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly maintenance for all simulators.
• Assists with budgeting, supply, and inventory.
• Assists with development and maintenance of a simulation scenario data storage strategy.
• Assists in the selection of appropriate mannequins, learning technologies, hardware and software for simulation.
• Assists with researching and recommends emerging technologies and tools for use in classroom, online, and laboratory settings.
• Assists with tracking simulation efforts as they relate to organizational goals and quality improvement measures.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, current literature, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in simulation and use of instructional strategies to improve student learning.
• Participates in community outreach programs, including promotional materials, conducting tours of the facilities, participating in public relations activities, and performing community service.
• Works with vendors to resolve issues.
• Participates in internal and external committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye's remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree in a related field and two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of education or experience to total four (4) years.

• Must possess or ability to obtain Basic & Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (renewed and current) within 3 months of hire.
• Knowledge of using instructional technology.
• Knowledge of general health science/medical education, human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of working with medical equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrated ability to move 50 lb. Mannequin or simulator within the lab.
• Demonstrated ability to use sophisticated medical simulation technologies including human patient simulation and clinical skills simulation.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
• Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's or bachelor's degree in healthcare, education, simulation technology, or a related field.

• Experience working in a healthcare simulation center, educational environment, clinical setting, or laboratory.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Experience with inventory management, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment records.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and record-keeping skills with the ability to manage multiple activities and priorities
• Self‑motivated and willingness to learnnew skills

Working Conditions

Anticipated schedule is Monday - Friday 7:30 am through 4:00 pm. Additionally occasional weekend and evening hours could occur.

Work is performed either in or a combination of an office, classroom or lab setting using technology. Requires good hand‑eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.

Salary/Wage is dependable on education and experience
The wage range for this position begins at $25.25/hr ($52,511.45 annually based on full‑time hours).

Employment Status

Full‑time, hourly position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs - IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).

Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices. It is the policy of Hawkeye Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Equity and Title IX Coordinator, Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015, 319-296-4405 , email [e-mail] or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, email [e-mail].3 .

If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.

If you are in need of any special accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.

1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015
Waterloo, IA 50704-8015
319-296-2320 | 1-800-670-4769