Forsyth Technical Community College Employment Opportunities Director of Dental Care
Director of Dental Care
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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Director of Dental Care
Posting Number 2500
Job Schedule Full Time
Job Shift Day
OCR Code / Classification 3 - Professional
Min Salary $
Max Salary $
Work Location Main Campus
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary The Director of Dental Care provides leadership and operational oversight for the college's Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs, as well as the on-campus dental clinic. This role ensures high-quality education, student success, faculty development, and clinical operations in alignment with accreditation standards and industry best practices. Teaching within the dental programs may be required as determined by the Vice President of Health Sciences.
Minimum Qualifications Required :
Current and valid North Carolina Dental Hygiene License, Dental Assisting
License, or Dental License (DDS or DMD) or eligible to obtain NC
licensure within 6 months of hire.
Minimum 5 years experience in dental education, dental practice, or clinic
management.
At least 3 years in a leadership or administrative role.
Experience with program development and accreditation processes
(preferably CODA)
Knowledge of dental hygiene and assisting education trends and best
practices.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred :
Master's degree in Health Administration, Public Health, Education, or
related field within one year of hire.
Essential Duties Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: and other duties assigned as needed
Program Oversight
Lead Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting programs, ensuring alignment with
accreditation standards and college goals
Develop and evaluate curricula and educational practices to promote
student success.
Continuously improve programs using faculty, student, and industry
feedback
Clinic Management
Oversee the Dental Clinic Manager and daily clinic operations.
Ensure regulatory compliance, safety, and infection control protocols.
Manage clinical rotations and maintain policies for a high-quality patient
care environment.
Financial & Budgetary Oversight
Develop and manage program and clinic budgets.
Explore revenue opportunities, grants, and other funding sources.
Monitor expenditures and maintain financial sustainability.
Accreditation & Compliance
Maintain accreditation standards for dental programs.
Prepare for site visits and ensure compliance with state and federal
regulations.
Student Success & Engagement
Support student academic advising, mentorship, and career development.
Implement strategies to recruit and retain students.
Community & Industry Engagement
Build partnerships with local dental practices, associations, and
employers.
Organize community outreach programs to promote dental health.
Reporting & Data Management
Track and report metrics such as enrollment, graduation, licensure exam
results, and clinic performance.
Prepare reports for the Associate Dean and other stakeholders.
Physical Demands Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and
other electronic equipment.
The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange
accurate information with others.
The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend
meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related
tools.
The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up
to 25 pounds.
The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping,
kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or
supplies.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision,
distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Workplace Environment: The work environment characteristics described here
are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 03/30/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Should you require assistance, please contact Human Resources at 336-734-7302
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have a current and valid NC Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting License or Dental license (DDS or DMD) or eligible to apply for NC license within 6 months of hire?
Yes
No
Do you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in dental education, dental practice, or clinic management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or administrative role?
Yes
No
Do have experience in program development, accreditation processes, and managing a clinical environment?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Professional Certificates
