Simulation and Skills Lab Operations Specialist
Posted
Position Summary
The Simulation and Skills Lab Operations Specialist supports the educational objectives and missions of the Nursing and Allied Health Programs of the College by facilitating simulations and assisting with skills lab requirements. Primary responsibilities include the integration, maintenance and operation of simulation and skills lab technology, as well as assisting faculty with educating students in the laboratory setting.
Salary: Compensation will be on the LBW L (Local) Salary Schedule at a rate of $ 53,000 annually.
This position involves performance duties for a grant-funded project and is contingent on continued funding. In the event that funds for this position are discontinued or significantly reduced, or if requirements for funding this project no longer include this position, the College shall have the right to discontinue the position. Neither tenure nor non-probationary status may be attained in this position.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop technical proficiency with all aspects of the operation, maintenance, support, troubleshooting, and repair of all simulation and associated equipment.
- Assist with the design and organization of simulation and skills labs.
- Assist in the organization and monitoring of inventory in the simulation and skills lab to ensure ongoing adequacy of supplies, equipment and learning resources.
- Set-up and break-down equipment and supplies needed for simulation and skills labs and assist faculty in creating lab experiences that are realistic and promote evidence-based teaching and learning.
- Assemble, test, calibrate, clean, and make minor repairs to lab equipment to ensure readiness for use. Must be able to communicate with equipment manufacturers for technical support involving troubleshooting equipment and system problems.
- Collaborate with faculty to maintain the continuity of the curriculum and promote effective working relationships.
- Assist faculty with accomplishing educational objectives for students which may include student interaction and demonstration of skills with the oversight of the faculty.
- Orient faculty to equipment and learning resources.
- Assist with providing simulation continuing education to faculty at all program locations.
- Assist with the production of lab orientation and promotional videos.
- Be able to lift and/or carry such items such as manikins, supplies, files, and books up to fifty pounds.
- Flexibility to work at any campus location as needed.
- Participate in scheduled college, committee, and departmental meetings as assigned.
- Model professional standards of behavior, including collaboration, communication, excellence, dress code, and attendance.
- Demonstrate commitment in maintaining nursing accreditation standards.
- Participate in professional development, compliance, performance excellence, and training activities as required
- Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- Be able to lift and move objects weighing up to fifty pounds; sit and stand for extended periods; ascend and descend steps; bend; kneel; and reach.
- Perform night and weekend duties when needed.
Qualifications
Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and an active, unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Alabama or an unencumbered multistate license in the compact is required. Minimum of two years of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse is required.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system in order to be considered. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Application material may not be submitted by fax, email, or in person.
A complete application packet consists of:- Completed Lurleen B. Wallace Community College online employment application.
- Current résumé.
- Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications.
- Appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, date degree conferred, and verifying the applicant has received the minimum degree requirements. (NOTE: COPIES OF DIPLOMAS WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT)
- Copies of applicable licenses, credentials, and/or certifications, if required by the job posting.
The submission of all required application materials by the deadline date is the sole responsibility of the applicant.
All submitted application materials become the property of the College. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied.
All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.
The person chosen to fill the position is required to provide official transcripts before the end of the first semester of employment.
WORK EXPERIENCE VERIFICATION:
Meeting Minimum Requirements: If the requirements for a position list work experience in a field or area, the applicant must provide written verification(s) of their applicable work experience in order to be hired for the position. Such written verification(s) of work experience must demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum work experience requirement. Applicants who do not produce this information as indicated will be ineligible for hire and subject to having any offer of employment withdrawn.
Salary Calculation: For all salary positions, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable salary schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this work experience within the time provided if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step placement on the Salary Schedule.
Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the total number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College’s official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements, an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation, such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if the job duties and dates of employment are not clearly stated in the documentation.
Deadline for Producing Work Experience Verification: Work experience verification documentation must be produced prior to any official offer of employment. Any offer of employment at a salary step greater than zero (0) or made without prior verification of any required work experience is contingent upon production of this documentation by the applicant within ten (10) days of the offer. It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to provide this verification of work experience. The College is not responsible for any costs associated with such verifications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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. LBW Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
EEOC, E-VERIFY, BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:
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 receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. LBW 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. LBW Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. LBW Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify us at (334) 881-2271.