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Location : CCC - Decatur - 6250 Highway 31 North, Tanner, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 07893
College/Division: CCC-201020-Associate Degree Nursing
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 4:00 PM Central
Campus Location: Calhoun Community College
Position Summary
The Director of Health Programs Simulation is responsible for directing all academic, operational, and accreditation functions of the college's simulation program. This position provides faculty leadership in simulation based teaching and oversees program administration, including scenario design, facilitation, debriefing, evaluation, operations, compliance, and faculty development. All work must align with nationally recognized standards, including the INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice™ and SSH Accreditation Standards. The Faculty Director also provides simulation instruction, adhering to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Alabama Community College System policy.
Salary:

• Range: Appropriate placement on C-2: $77,611- $120,346
• Placement: Based on documented related full-time work experience
• Status: Contract position (not tenure-eligible)

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An on-line application
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide high-quality simulation-based instruction across assigned health sciences courses.
2. Design, implement, and evaluate simulation scenarios aligned with evidence-based INACSL standards, including prebriefing, facilitation, and structured debriefing.
3. Oversee all simulation center operations, including equipment readiness, technology systems, inventory, and safety procedures.
4. Lead program compliance and documentation required for SSH Accreditation, including policy development, quality improvement processes, and internal audits.
5. Collaborate with discipline faculty to align simulation activities with course objectives and program outcomes, ensuring measurable performance criteria.
6. Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate academic records, including grades, attendance, and assessment materials.
7. Assist in developing and reviewing student learning outcome objectives for simulation-enhanced courses and programs.
8. Analyze and report data related to simulation outcomes for continuous program improvement.
9. Engage in faculty development and lead training for faculty and staff in simulation pedagogy, technologies, and best practices.
10. Coordinate simulation schedules, resource allocation, and interprofessional simulation activities across health programs.
11. Maintain competency in simulation education, teaching strategies, and emerging technologies.
12. Foster relationships with clinical partners, industry stakeholders, and advisory committees to strengthen program effectiveness.
13. Serves on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution as appointed or elected.
14. Becomes familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.
15. Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Allied Health, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
2. Demonstrated experience in simulation-based education including scenario design, facilitation, and debriefing aligned with national standards is required.
3. A minimum of three years full-time relevant clinical and/or teaching experience in higher education is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments the following:

1. CHSE or CHSOS certification.
2. Experience in managing simulation center operations, technologies, and accreditation processes.
3. Experience designing and evaluating simulation curriculum based on INACSL standards.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice™ and SSH Accreditation Standards.
5. Strong instructional skills in classroom, lab, and simulation environments.
6. Proficiency with educational technologies, simulation software, manikin operation, and AV systems.
7. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
8. Ability to mentor faculty and lead professional development.
9. Understanding of community college philosophy and student-centered teaching.
10. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across disciplines.
11. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
12. Excellent oral and written communication skills;
13. Ability to work effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public;
14. Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, genders and ethnic backgrounds;
15. Understanding of the broad range of students' abilities in an open-admissions college and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles;
16. Successful problem solving skills;
17. Conscientious about how work is done and the desire to do a good job;
18. Initiative and a decisive response to downtime, seizing the opportunity to do other work;
19. Attention to detail;
20. A focus on friendliness and patience when responding to students;
21. Readiness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge;
22. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs;
23. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
24. Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.

Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary 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, 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, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
jobs@calhoun.edu
Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
7 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
16 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $904 monthly (effective 10/01/25).
Duty Hours
(Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees wi...