What are the responsibilities and job description for the Simulation Operations Specialist - MCHHS Simulation Center – 10 Month (Aug. - May) position at Missouri State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Simulation Operations Specialist - MCHHS Simulation Center – 10 Month (Aug. - May)
Work Location Springfield Campus
Department McQueary College of Health & Human Services Administration
HR Home Department 020500 McQUEARY COLLEGE OF HLTH & HUMAN SVCS
Pay Grade 34
Proposed Salary $46,556/annual
Sponsorship Information
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.
Appointment Type Full Time Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
General Function
The Simulation Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting the technical and operational aspects of healthcare simulation at the McQueary College of Health and Human Services Simulation Center. This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the simulation center including the overall management and execution of simulation activities. Responsibilities include maintaining and preparing equipment and supplies, performing routine maintenance and reliability checks, managing service agreements, coordinating technical training, and ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality simulation experiences. Additionally, the role utilizes computers and audiovisual equipment to develop and facilitate equipment training for internal and external clients, both on-site and remotely.
Description Of Primary Duties
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: At least three years of experience in simulation operations, clinical environments, or a related technical or educational field, with additional consideration given to candidates with strong communication skills or demonstrated technical troubleshooting experience. Documented experience organizing and managing complex workflows. Demonstrated experience and understanding of proper lab procedures for the safety of self and of others is required.
Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical information, provide written follow-up instructions, and support the achievement of desired outcomes. They must be capable of analyzing and evaluating the functionality and performance of technical equipment, using critical thinking to solve problems independently or as part of a team. The candidate should demonstrate strong teamwork. Proficiency in communicating technical needs, supporting system updates, maintaining data security, and aligning with institutional technology standards is expected. A strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and a customer-service-oriented mindset are required.
Effort: The work area involves moderate environmental discomfort such as continuous moderate noise from machines or equipment used in the lab. Work requires a regular setting up of equipment and simulators of over 50 pounds, including moving human patient simulators which weigh over 100 pounds as part of a two-person move.
Other: Occasionally requires working outside normal office hours.
Additional Qualifications
Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/5210.htm
Open Date 07/07/2025
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants
The first date of consideration is July 28, 2025, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Official transcript required at time of hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252.
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail
Posting Number 20250139FTS
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/82436
Position Information
Position Title Simulation Operations Specialist - MCHHS Simulation Center – 10 Month (Aug. - May)
Work Location Springfield Campus
Department McQueary College of Health & Human Services Administration
HR Home Department 020500 McQUEARY COLLEGE OF HLTH & HUMAN SVCS
Pay Grade 34
Proposed Salary $46,556/annual
Sponsorship Information
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.
Appointment Type Full Time Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
General Function
The Simulation Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting the technical and operational aspects of healthcare simulation at the McQueary College of Health and Human Services Simulation Center. This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the simulation center including the overall management and execution of simulation activities. Responsibilities include maintaining and preparing equipment and supplies, performing routine maintenance and reliability checks, managing service agreements, coordinating technical training, and ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality simulation experiences. Additionally, the role utilizes computers and audiovisual equipment to develop and facilitate equipment training for internal and external clients, both on-site and remotely.
Description Of Primary Duties
- Serves as a team leader, providing guidance and support to other simulation technicians and assisting with the planning and execution of simulation activities.
- Assists with the Simulation Center IT department needs through technical support, as necessary.
- Collaborates with IT and vendor contacts to quickly resolve technical issues.
- Works closely with IT departments to assist with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of simulation technology, including networked manikins, audiovisual systems, and simulation management software
- Prepares, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots simulation equipment, including high and low fidelity manikins, task trainers, audiovisual systems, and simulation management software.
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: At least three years of experience in simulation operations, clinical environments, or a related technical or educational field, with additional consideration given to candidates with strong communication skills or demonstrated technical troubleshooting experience. Documented experience organizing and managing complex workflows. Demonstrated experience and understanding of proper lab procedures for the safety of self and of others is required.
Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical information, provide written follow-up instructions, and support the achievement of desired outcomes. They must be capable of analyzing and evaluating the functionality and performance of technical equipment, using critical thinking to solve problems independently or as part of a team. The candidate should demonstrate strong teamwork. Proficiency in communicating technical needs, supporting system updates, maintaining data security, and aligning with institutional technology standards is expected. A strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and a customer-service-oriented mindset are required.
Effort: The work area involves moderate environmental discomfort such as continuous moderate noise from machines or equipment used in the lab. Work requires a regular setting up of equipment and simulators of over 50 pounds, including moving human patient simulators which weigh over 100 pounds as part of a two-person move.
Other: Occasionally requires working outside normal office hours.
Additional Qualifications
Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/5210.htm
Open Date 07/07/2025
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants
The first date of consideration is July 28, 2025, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Official transcript required at time of hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252.
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail
Posting Number 20250139FTS
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/82436
Salary : $46,556
