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Job Title
Academic/Simulation Coordinator
Posting Number
20110656
Pay Rate
Salary commensurate with skills and experience
Position Type
Administration
Key Responsibilities
Juniata College invites applications for a full-time Academic / Simulation Coordinator to support the launch and ongoing operations of our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This 12-month staff position offers the unique opportunity to shape the operational foundation of a new nursing program from the ground up.
As the operational partner to the Nursing Program Director and faculty, the successful candidate will ensure our program meets the highest standards of regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and educational excellence. This is a non-faculty, non-teaching position designed for someone who thrives on precision, organization, and behind-the-scenes leadership in a dynamic healthcare education environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Drive Accreditation & Compliance Excellence
Position Qualifications
Supervision Required/Given
This position reports to the Director of Nursing/Chair of the Health Sciences Department.
Preferred Qualifications
This role operates in both office and simulation laboratory environments. Responsibilities may include standing, bending, lifting equipment (up to 50 pounds occasionally), and coordinating technical simulation equipment.
Special Instructions To Applicants
Interested candidates are asked to submit the following materials:
Why Juniata College?
Mission-Driven Community: Join a college founded in 1876 with a commitment to preparing students for meaningful lives and purposeful work. Our nursing program embodies this mission by focusing on rural health needs and community impact.
Build Something New: Be part of the founding team launching a BSN program designed to meet Pennsylvania’s healthcare needs and prepare nurses who lead change.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated faculty and staff who value innovation, integrity, and student success.
Beautiful Setting: Our campus is located in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, offering small-town charm with access to outdoor recreation and central Pennsylvania’s vibrant communities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Juniata College offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package for full-time employees.
Open Date
02/26/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Academic/Simulation Coordinator
Posting Number
20110656
Pay Rate
Salary commensurate with skills and experience
Position Type
Administration
Key Responsibilities
Juniata College invites applications for a full-time Academic / Simulation Coordinator to support the launch and ongoing operations of our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This 12-month staff position offers the unique opportunity to shape the operational foundation of a new nursing program from the ground up.
As the operational partner to the Nursing Program Director and faculty, the successful candidate will ensure our program meets the highest standards of regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and educational excellence. This is a non-faculty, non-teaching position designed for someone who thrives on precision, organization, and behind-the-scenes leadership in a dynamic healthcare education environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Drive Accreditation & Compliance Excellence
- Maintain audit-ready documentation for the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing (PABON), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and institutional requirements
- Coordinate collection, verification, and secure storage of student clinical compliance documentation and affiliation agreements
- Track regulatory deadlines, accreditation benchmarks, and reporting cycles; prepare materials for submissions and site visits
- Oversee daily operations of high- and low-fidelity simulation systems, ensuring equipment readiness, maintenance coordination, and inventory management
- Coordinate simulation scheduling and provide technical setup support for faculty-designed scenarios that bring learning to life
- Maintain secure data systems related to student progression, clinical placements, faculty workload, and simulation utilization
- Monitor and track departmental and simulation-related budgets; assist with operational forecasting and invoice validation
- Ensure seamless coordination of program logistics in a regulated healthcare education environment
Position Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in a related field
- 1–3 years of relevant administrative, operational, or technical experience
- Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and database systems
- Ability to manage multiple complex processes simultaneously with attention to detail
Supervision Required/Given
This position reports to the Director of Nursing/Chair of the Health Sciences Department.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Experience in higher education, healthcare, compliance management, or simulation environments
- Experience with budget tracking or operational financial coordination
This role operates in both office and simulation laboratory environments. Responsibilities may include standing, bending, lifting equipment (up to 50 pounds occasionally), and coordinating technical simulation equipment.
Special Instructions To Applicants
Interested candidates are asked to submit the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of three professional references
Why Juniata College?
Mission-Driven Community: Join a college founded in 1876 with a commitment to preparing students for meaningful lives and purposeful work. Our nursing program embodies this mission by focusing on rural health needs and community impact.
Build Something New: Be part of the founding team launching a BSN program designed to meet Pennsylvania’s healthcare needs and prepare nurses who lead change.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated faculty and staff who value innovation, integrity, and student success.
Beautiful Setting: Our campus is located in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, offering small-town charm with access to outdoor recreation and central Pennsylvania’s vibrant communities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Juniata College offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package for full-time employees.
Open Date
02/26/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes