"Simulation Education Specialist"

Posting Details

Institution: South Dakota State University

Working Title: Simulation Education Specialist

Posting Number: NFE02928P

Department: SDSU-Undergraduate Nursing

Physical Location of Position (City): Rapid City

Posting Text

The College of Nursing is seeking a dedicated Simulation Education Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will ensure that faculty, staff, and students have access to the technology and on-campus clinical environment necessary to support safe learning, advance the College of Nursing’s mission, and uphold accreditation standards. This position is located in Rapid City, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

The SDSU College of Nursing has a long history of exceptional nursing education and this is recognized through its designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing. The college’s fully accredited Healthcare Simulation Center (HCSC) across all 3 sites is further evidence of our commitment to high quality education for all students. The HCSC revolutionizes the way students learn everything from simple skills and tasks to strategies for managing complex healthcare scenarios. The HCSC is equipped with the latest in human patient simulators and distance simulation technology.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Key Responsibilities

The Simulation Education Specialist supports undergraduate and graduate simulation labs and on-campus clinical experiences by coordinating schedules, managing equipment and supplies, and ensuring smooth daily operations of the simulation center. The role includes operating and maintaining high-fidelity manikins and distance learning technologies, preparing labs for student learning and recruitment events, and upholding safety and compliance standards. The Specialist also collaborates with faculty and staff to enhance simulation-based education and contributes to College of Nursing committees.

Benefits

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Nursing completed by date of application.
• Licensed RN (or eligible to be licensed) in South Dakota within 1 month of hire.
• At least 3 years of healthcare-related field experience.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated use of technology; and/or previous technology-based healthcare experience.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in technology for distance simulation: immersive VR, screen-based, telehealth, & augmented reality.
• Previous simulation manikin experience such as turning on manikins, technology related items, and problem-solving techniques.
• Previous experience with organizing and managing supplies within space and on spreadsheet type applications.
• Nursing or healthcare experience and technology and/or simulation experience.

Application Deadline

Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by January 2, 2026.

Application Process

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

Posting Date: 12/15/2025

Closing Date: 01/02/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Advertised Salary: The salary range for the Simulation Education Specialist is $63,000-$70,000.

Duration of the Term: 12 months

Appointment Percent: 100

Work Hours: Hours will vary based on simulation/lab needs. Hours will fluctuate between 7am-7pm, but a majority of the hours will take place between 8am-5pm.

Appointment Type: Regular

Faculty Status: No

This position requires: Travel, Valid Drivers License

Contact Information: For questions on the position, contact hiring manager, Alyssa.zweifel@sdstate.edu.