Site & Simulation Operations Manager

About the role

The Site & Simulation Operations Manager plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality, hands-on educational experiences within Unitek Learning’s School-in-a-Box model. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day site operations while providing direct operational and technical support for simulation and skills-based learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site operational lead for School-in-a-Box instructional delivery.
• Coordinate daily site activities, classroom usage, lab scheduling, and space readiness.
• Maintain site calendars, in collaboration with the Manager of Faculty Planning & Scheduling, to support labs, simulations, assessments/testing, orientations, and events.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, accreditation requirements, and safety standards.
• Act as a liaison between faculty, campus leadership, and external partners to support smooth program execution.
• Prepare simulation labs, classrooms, and mobile learning environments for scheduled instructional activities.
• Aid faculty with simulation setup, including manikins, task trainers, equipment, supplies, and scenario materials.
• Support simulation delivery by managing room readiness, equipment functionality, timing, and transitions.
• Afford hands-on operational support during labs, simulations, skills practice, and assessments as directed by faculty.
• Assist with setup and logistics for skills validations, Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), and competency evaluations.
• Support debriefing workflows through environment reset and equipment organization.
• Manage inventory of simulation equipment, instructional supplies, consumables, and technology.
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance, repair, and replacement.
• Ensure audiovisual systems, computers, and simulation technology are operational and ready for use.
• Track usage and manage reordering of supplies in alignment with budgetary guidelines.
• Coordinate logistical planning and on-site execution for student orientations, graduations, and campus events.
• Support room setup, audiovisual needs, seating arrangements, signage, and materials distribution for events.
• Participate in ongoing professional development related to simulation, safety, and educational best practices.

Requirements

• Associate degree or demonstrated transferable experience required; Bachelor’s degree preferred (healthcare, education, operations, or related field).
• 2–4 years of experience in site operations, laboratory support, simulation environments, or educational program coordination.
• Experience supporting hands-on or skills-based learning preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, student-centered academic environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of simulation-based education or healthcare training environments.
• Experience supporting mobile, pop-up, or non-traditional learning spaces.
• Proactive approach to operational planning and instructional support.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to student success and educational excellence.