"Director of the Dental Hygiene Program"

Director of the Dental Hygiene Program

Company: Colorado Northwestern Community College

Job Location:

Category: Dental Hygienists and Assistants

Type: Full-Time

ABOUT COLORADO NORTHWESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE:

Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) fosters educational excellence and student success, prepares students for local and global citizenship, anticipates and responds to the needs of surrounding communities, and contributes to evolving regional economic development. CNCC is a small, rural community college located in Northwest Colorado with campuses located in Rangely, CO and Craig, CO. CNCC offers an exceptional experience to employees with outdoor activities, wildlife, and small rural communities. The College has various unique programs including Automotive Technology, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Aviation Technology (Flight), Cosmetology, Cybersecurity, Dental Hygiene, Park Ranger Law Enforcement Academy, and Nursing. We also offer great transfer programs in different disciplines in the arts and sciences. The college provides A.A. (Associate of Arts), A.S. (Associate of Science), A.A.S. (Associate of Applied Science), and various Certificates so students have excellent choices for their educational plans.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Position duties are 100% administrative in the Dental Hygiene Program on an 11-month faculty contract. Administration load for the Dental Hygiene Program (located on the Rangely Campus) includes overseeing faculty roles, teaching quality, reviewing DH accreditation, budget, review of program standards, course sequence and schedules, program marketing and recruitment. Large aspect of administrative duties is ensuring the program is compliant with Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

1. Direct management/oversight of the AAS Dental Hygiene program and supervises BAS in Dental Hygiene program.
2. Assist Dean of Academics in the development of course sequence plans and two-year completion plans for the programs/majors in their purview to ensure student completion.
3. Assist Dean of Academics in the development of course schedules each term, with recommendations for faculty assignments for the delivery of the Program’s curriculum.
4. Submit to Dean of Academics requests for program changes and/or course changes/additions applicable to the program through appropriate processes and within policy.
5. Evaluate faculty within the department in accordance to CNCC’s performance evaluation process and recommend professional development when needed.
6. Review and submit to Dean of Academics requests for textbook changes and/or corrections to the master textbook list through appropriate processes and within policy.
7. Coordinate and lead program accreditation.
8. Act as cost center manager for the program budget.
9. Provide support for adjunct instructors to ensure integrity of curriculum at a college level. Assist with training in instructional processes and expectations as needed.
10. Serve as an academic advisor for students within the program in collaboration with the Advising and Student Success Office.
11. Assist Dean of Academics to manage program review efforts.
12. Participate in budget process under the coordination of the Dean of Academics. Submit budget change proposals to the Dean of Academics.
13. Coordinate Programs’ recruitment of students in conjunction with the Marketing Department and the Recruiting Department.
14. Work with Dean of Academics to manage instructional needs equipment and supplies and recommend appropriate changes.
15. Keep informed of current educational trends, both in general and in one’s own specific field.
16. Understand the student group being served and work toward improving students’ skills.
17. Actively engage in the CNCC assessment of student learning initiatives and complete assigned assessment activities.
18. Report to appropriate personnel problems involving students needing special academic or personal assistance.
19. Accept assignments in evening programs, occupational programs, and student-life activities when appropriate.
20. Attend all meetings and trainings appropriate to the assigned position.
21. Participate in CNCC committee meetings as assigned.
22. Schedule and conduct departmental meetings including curriculum development and review, as well as staffing for students of concern.
23. Schedule and conduct advisory and other required conference meetings.
24. Participate in the annual Honors Banquet.
25. Participate in the annual Commencement exercises.
26. Adhere to the community college philosophy and the policies/procedures of CCCS and CNCC.
27. Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean/Associate Dean of Academics, the Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs to meet department, college, state, and federal requirements.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

1. Attend professional conferences and secure continuing education credits to maintain Colorado CTE Credential.
2. Assist with alumni relations.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

This job requires any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and/or experience as indicated below:

Education and Training:

• Master’s Degree in Dental Hygiene or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene or related field) from an accredited college or university.
• Eligible to receive a Colorado Post-Secondary CTE Credential.

Prior Related Experience:

• Three years teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
• Five years industry experience as a dental hygienist.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Dental Hygiene License – State of Colorado or ability to obtain a Colorado License.
• Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Certified or ability to become certified in anesthesia.

Equipment Skills:

• Dental Office and Operatory Equipment.
• Computer and dental related software.

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge and ability to teach both didactic and clinical skills.
• Computer literate, especially with a variety of classroom technology.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with confidential matters.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training:

• Ph.D. education, health sciences or related field

Prior Related Experience:

• Five or more years teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
• Seven or more years industry experience as a dental hygienist.

Equipment Skills:

• Computer literate, especially with our D2L LMS and a variety of classroom technology.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All interested and qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation, along with a completed Colorado Northwestern Community College application for exempt employment to the Department of Human Resources.

Colorado Northwestern Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Colorado Northwestern Community College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policy 19-60. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Colorado Northwestern Community College will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education programs.

The College has designated Mike Rager, Director of Civil Rights & Investigations, as its Title IX/ADA/Section 504/Title II with the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. If you have any questions regarding Title IX/EO/ADA/Section 504/Title II, please contact Mike Rager, Director of Civil Rights & Investigations - CCCS, at (720) 858-2444 / mike.rager@cccs.edu or Angie Miller, Executive Director of HR, at (970) 675-3235 / angela.miller@cncc.edu.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Angela Miller, Executive Director of Human Resources, at 970.675.3235 or angela.miller@cncc.edu. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204, telephone (303) 844-3417.

Title IX Coordinator (Students)/ADA/Section 504/Title II Coordinator

Name: Mike Rager (Temporary)

Address: 9101 E. Lowry Blvd. Denver, CO 80230

Phone: (720) 858-2444

Equal Opportunity (EO)/Deputy Title IX Coordinator (Employees)

Name: Angela Miller

Address: 500 Kennedy Dr, Rangely, CO 81648

Phone: 970.675.3235

Deputy Title IX Coordinator (Students)

Name: Zachary Stevenson

Address: 500 Kennedy Dr, Rangely, CO 81648

Phone: 970.675.3312

Deputy EO Coordinator/Deputy Title IX Coordinator (Employees)

Name: Lindsay Blankenship

Address: 500 Kennedy Dr, Rangely CO 81648

Phone:970.675.3219

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This Job Description reflects Colorado Northwestern Community College’s best effort to describe the essential functions and essential qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract. Your signature indicates you have read this Job Description and understand the essential functions and essential qualifications of the job.