Health Sciences Program Support Specialist

Description The Health Sciences Program Support Specialist provides broad operational and programmatic support for the Nursing and Allied Health programs and the building operations. This utility role includes front-office reception, simulation and laboratory support, allied health program coordination, clinical compliance tracking, student assistance, and outreach and recruiting activities. The scope and emphasis of duties will vary by term based on departmental needs. Essential Functions Front Office & Building Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Nursing and Allied Health building, greeting and directing students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Manage front desk operations including answering phones, responding to inquiries, scheduling, and coordinating room and building access.
• Assist with wayfinding, building logistics, and general administrative support for faculty and staff within the building.
• Support the Dean of Instruction with scheduling and clerical support

Allied Health Accreditation & Program Support

• Provide general administrative and logistical support to allied health programs including scheduling assistance, document preparation, and faculty support.
• Assist with coordination of program-specific activities, events, and departmental meetings as requested.
• Support program accreditation and compliance activities by organizing and maintaining required documentation.

Outreach & Recruiting

• Participate in allied health program outreach and recruiting activities during designated periods of the year, including on-campus events and off-campus visits to high schools and community organizations.
• Represent the Nursing and Allied Health programs professionally at college fairs, career events, and community outreach activities.
• Assist with the development and distribution of program marketing and recruitment materials in collaboration with the department and institutional advancement.

Simulation Center Support

• Prepare simulation lab spaces prior to scheduled sessions, including equipment staging, supply restocking, and environmental setup.
• Support the operation of simulation activities by assisting faculty and simulation coordinators with AV systems, manikins, task trainers, and related equipment during sessions.
• Perform post-simulation reset and cleanup of lab spaces, ensuring readiness for subsequent sessions.
• Maintain inventory of simulation supplies and flag equipment maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.

Laboratory Set-Up, Reset & Clean-Up

• Prepare allied health laboratory spaces for scheduled instruction, including organizing supplies, materials, and equipment per faculty specifications.
• Perform thorough laboratory reset and cleanup following each session, maintaining safe and orderly conditions in compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory management, supply ordering, and maintenance of lab equipment in coordination with faculty and the Director.

Clinical Compliance & Scheduling Support

• Track and monitor student clinical compliance requirements including immunization records, background check status, CPR certifications, drug screening, and other placement prerequisites through the designated third-party vendor platform.
• Communicate with students regarding compliance deadlines, missing documentation, and required actions to maintain clinical eligibility.
• Assist faculty and the Director with clinical scheduling coordination and placement logistics as needed.
• Maintain accurate and current records for all allied health students related to clinical requirements and placement status.

Advising & Academic Support

• Coordinate and support college advising days each term, assisting with scheduling, communication, and logistics to ensure allied health students have access to academic advising services.
• Serve as a liaison between allied health students and academic advisors, helping students navigate program requirements, prerequisite pathways, and course sequencing.
• Provide general academic support guidance to students enrolled in Allied Health Professions programs, connecting them with tutoring, study resources, and support services as needed.
• Assist students in understanding program progression requirements, transfer pathways, and graduation planning in coordination with advising and faculty.
• Maintain awareness of advising resources, deadlines, and academic calendar events relevant to allied health students and communicate these proactively throughout the term.

Student Assistance

• Serve as a general resource and first point of contact for allied health students navigating building services, program requirements, and campus resources.
• Assist students in connecting with appropriate college services including general advising, disability services, tutoring, and financial aid.
• Support a welcoming, student-centered environment that promotes retention and success.

General Duties

• Maintain accurate timekeeping records in compliance with college classified staff policies.
• Attend departmental meetings and training as requested by the Dean/Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are a reasonable fit for this position.

Qualifications

MINIMUM: Associate degree or any satisfactory combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties. Experience in a busy office or student services environment. Must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a variable, term-driven environment. PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, or a closely related field. Experience in science, healthcare, or allied health setting is preferred. Experience with clinical compliance tracking software or third-party vendor platforms. Familiarity with simulation center operations or healthcare education environments.

Benefits

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS**

COME WORK WITH US! At Treasure Valley Community College, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a generous benefits package to support our employees and their families, along with a welcoming workplace where your work matters and your contributions are valued. 11* Paid Holidays $1675 Monthly Insurance Contribution (family) PERS College and Member Contributions

WHY TVCC? At TVCC, we value work-life balance, professional growth, and service to students. Our benefits reflect our commitment to helping employees thrive both at work and beyond the workplace.

INSURANCE COVERAGE

Medical, Dental & VisionFull-time employees may choose from a selection of medical, dental, and vision plans for themselves, their spouses, and eligible dependent children. The College contributes up to $1,675 per month toward premiums. Premiums vary by plan so please refer to the accompanying rate sheet for details. Other InsuranceProfessional and Classified Staff: College-paid $10,000 life insurance, $10,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Main Campus Faculty: College-paid $100,000 life insurance, $100,000 AD&D insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Corrections Faculty: College-paid $100,000 life insurance, $100,000 AD&D insurance, and long- and short-term disability coverage.

PAID TIME OFF

Professional Staff BenefitsVacation: 20 days (160 hours) per fiscal year. Personal leave: 16 hours per fiscal year. Sick leave: 8 hours per month, with unlimited accrual. Other time off: 11 paid holidays, paid Christmas break, and Fridays off during the designated summer schedule. Classified Staff BenefitsVacation: Years 1–4: 10 days (80 hours); years 5–9: 15 days (120 hours); years 10+: 20 days (160 hours) per year. Sick leave: 8 hours per month, with unlimited accrual. Other time off: 11 paid holidays, paid Christmas break, and Fridays off during the designated summer schedule. Full-Time Faculty Benefits – Main CampusPersonal leave: 4 days per academic year with up to 6 days accrual. Sick leave: 10 days (80 hours) per academic year, plus 2 days (16 hours) if teaching summer term, with unlimited accrual. Other time off: Paid time off for holidays observed during the academic year. Academic breaks: Scheduled time off includes spring break, summer break, Thanksgiving break, and winter break. Full-Time Faculty Benefits – CorrectionsPersonal leave: 7 days per year. Sick leave: 8 hours per month, with unlimited accrual. Other time off: 11 paid holidays Academic breaks: Schedules vary by correctional institution.

RETIREMENT | OREGON PERS / OPSRP

Eligible full-time employees generally become PERS/OPSRP members after a six-month waiting period. Membership requires a 6% pre-tax contribution of gross salary. Current qualifying PERS/OPSRP members may be eligible for immediate participation. For employees entering PERS after 2003, 5.25% of the 6% contribution is directed to the employee’s Individual Account Program (IAP). Learn more at oregon.gov/PERS.

PAID LEAVE OREGON

Paid Leave Oregon is a state-run program that gives eligible workers up to 12 weeks of paid, job-protected leave (plus 2 extra weeks for pregnancy-related conditions) per year. It is funded by a 1% payroll contribution split between the employees and the employers.

A LITTLE ABOUT US

Founded in 1962, TVCC is located on a 90-acre campus in Ontario, Oregon, approximately 60 miles west of Boise. With around 150 full-time faculty and staff, TVCC also serves students at locations throughout Oregon and Idaho, including Caldwell, Burns, and several correctional institutions. The Treasure Valley offers outdoor recreation, small-town living, and easy access to regional amenities.

MAKE YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE WITH TVCC

Explore our current opportunities: www.treasurevalleycc.edu/hr/jobs.cfm

• Main Campus faculty receive holidays off during the academic year and work 170 days per academic year, as provided in the collective bargaining agreement. Corrections faculty receive all campus holidays and work 213 days per year. ** Benefits are subject to applicable collective bargaining agreements and College policies and may be reviewed and modified annually. This overview is not a guarantee of benefits. OEBB Health Insurance Plan Selection Options 2026-2027

"Premium Cap" is the monthly amount that the college contriubtes to your insurance premiums. If the total premium is greater than the cap, you will have a pre-tax payroll deduction. If the total premium falls below the cap, you will have no payroll deduction.

College Contribution per Month for Full Time Employees:$1,675

PCP / ConnexusConnexus MedicalDeductibleRate

Plan 1$950/$1,050$2,024.36 Plan 2$1,350/$1,450$1,877.89 Plan 3$1,750/$1,850$1,761.81 Plan 4$2,150/$2,250$1,663.57 Plan 5 with HRA Provisions*$950.00$1,612.56 Plan 6$2,150/$4,300$1,567.51 Single $2,150/Family $4,300$2,250/$4,400

Plan 7$2,550/$5,100$1,462.94 Single $2,000/Family $4,200$2,650/$5,300

*HRA Provisions - Lower Deductible & Claims reimbursed to you by Diversified Benefits

Vision

Opal $49.80 Pearl $40.71 Quartz $28.74 VSP Choice Plus $33.97 VSP Choice $16.51

Dental

Premier Plan 1 $173.86 Premier Plan 5 $156.56 Premier Plan 6 NO Ortho $110.82 Exclusive PPO Incentive Plan $150.70 Exclusive PPO Plan $101.56 Willamette Dental $127.79

For more information, go to https://www.oregon.gov/oha/OEBB/Plans/2026-27-Rates-Medical-Rx-Dental-and-Vision.pdf