Dental Therapy Program Director

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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Department: College of Allied Health

Reports To: Associate Dean, College of Allied Health

Travel: 2 days/month

LOCATION: Green Bay

STANDARD

HOURS:

40 hours per week. Typical hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm;
Flexibility required to include other hours, as necessary.

SALARY: $140,586-$144,934 per year

* Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.

Provides leadership, administration, accreditation oversight, curriculum management, faculty supervision, clinical coordination, and strategic direction for the Dental Therapy Program. Ensures compliance with Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards, Wisconsin regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and workforce needs while supporting high-quality instruction, clinical experiences, and patient care.

• Lead curriculum development and maintenance that meet accreditation standards and reflect current trends in Dental Therapy
• Evaluate and revise curriculum through data, feedback, industry standards, and changing healthcare needs
• Develop and maintain an assessment plan and participate in program review
• Coordinate and instruct clinical and program-related courses
• Ensure program accreditation standards and guidelines are met in accordance with CODA requirements and Wisconsin regulatory requirements
• Facilitate accreditation processes, including self-study documentation and annual program surveys/reports
• Coordinate, evaluate, and participate in determining admission criteria and procedures, as well as student promotion and retention criteria

• Provide direction for the Dental Therapy Program
• Manage team meetings and activities
• Participate in faculty recruitment, assignments, and supervision
• Coordinate and manage part-time faculty schedules and training
• Serve as liaison between faculty/staff and division administration
• Provide input into faculty evaluation
• Collaborate with the Dental Hygiene, Dental Assistant, and EFDA programs, including occasional supervision of dental hygiene clinic patient treatment

• Participate in program or department in-service and faculty development activities based on industry standards
• Coordinate advisory committee meetings, including agenda development and facilitation, and support ongoing alignment of the program with workforce and industry needs

• Develop and maintain clinical partnerships
• Ensure adequate patient experiences and achievement of clinical competencies
• Provide clinical oversight and supervision of Dental clinic operations, ensuring clinical quality and patient care standards
• Provide input into budget preparation and fiscal administration in collaboration with the Associate Dean

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from a dental education program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)

• 2-3 years related experience

• Current Wisconsin license as a Dentist
• Current CPR certification (2-year renewal)
• Annual Bloodborne Pathogens training

• Ability to use digital dental software for scheduling, patient charting, and digital imaging

** An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered

• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the District’s standard insurance policy terms
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends during peak seasons

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