"Director, Dental Hygiene Education and Clinic"

Position Summary

This full-time position will report to the Dean of Health Sciences and will be responsible to lead the activities of the Dental Hygiene Department and represent the College with employers and community partners to develop and deliver courses and programs that address the needs for a dental hygiene workforce.

Kellogg Community College is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, a community of approximately 54,000 people. Leisure activities, natural resources and learning opportunities provide a foundation for residents. Located along the I-94 interstate, Battle Creek is within 30 minutes of Kalamazoo, 60 minutes of Lansing and Grand Rapids and within three hours of Detroit, Chicago and Indianapolis.

Work Schedule

This regular, full-time administrative position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with evening and weekend hours and at various locations, as needed. Regular on-campus presence is expected for all KCC employees. Any flexible and/or hybrid work schedules are subject for review, approval, and/or change based on the needs of the College.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
2. Accredited Dental Hygienist or licensed dentist with educational experience.
3. Two (2) years of clinical experience as a dental hygienist or dentist.

Preferred but not Required

1. Registered Dental Hygienist and Dental Hygiene License.

Proposed Salary

According to the Kellogg Community College Hay Administrative Compensation program, the 2025-2026 annual salary range for a Director 1 position, $74,683 to $93,355 to start.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered, all required materials must be submitted no later than Monday, February 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. EST... To apply, visit https://jobs.kellogg.edu/postings/2983

Job Duties

Essential Function: Facilitation, Oversight, and Support

• Facilitate the development and delivery of courses and programs...

Essential Function: Program Approval and Accreditation...

Essential Function: Student Recruitment and Retention...

Essential Function: Department Management...

Essential Function: Leadership...

Essential Function: Clinic Management...

Essential Function: Community Engagement...

Essential Function: Instruction...