"Instructional Specialist - Dental Assisting Canvass Form"

Job Description

Salary: $33.92 - $37.40 per hour

Job Type: Part-time

Location: Indian Valley Campus (Novato) - In Person, CA

Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED This is a part-time, in-person position.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

This position primarily performs its duties on the Indian Valley Campus and occasional travel to the Kentfield campus may be required, so if not already residing within the Bay Area, the successful candidate must be willing to relocate.

Commitment to Diversity

College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice are valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population. We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents.

Based on Fall 2025 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment with Hispanic/Latinx (37% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. The high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by our faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2024, COM's workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (17%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (5%), White (57%), and Multi-racial (3%) employees.

College of Marin does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, family and medical care leave, military or veteran status, or prior record of arrest or conviction, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive order 11246 (as amended), the College of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PURPOSE

The job of Instructional Specialist (Dental Assisting) is for the purpose of assisting in the development of students' dental assisting skills providing feedback to students and instructors regarding students' progress and supporting the instructors in providing record/materials and organizing the lab.

Essential Functions

• Assesses students' progress, for the purpose of providing feedback to the instructor
• Demonstrates skills required to perform lab activities for the purpose of supporting the needs of individual students
• Evaluates students' skills levels and learning styles for the purpose of providing support and mastery of skills
• Prepares assistive materials and supplies for the purpose of preparing for lab sessions
• Organizes and performs basic inventory tasks with the purpose of providing information when ordering supplies
• Creates and maintains basic lab documents such as quality control logs, MSDS, equipment instruction sheets for the purpose of providing a real lab environment
• Reviews course syllabi for the purpose of ensuring familiarity with assigned materials
• Reviews equipment manufacturer's manuals for the purpose of checking warranties and ensuring proper maintenance and operation
• Tutors students during lab hours for the purpose of improving their dental assisting skills and course material knowledge.
• Tutors students for the purpose of improving their studying techniques to achieve their academic goals
• Assists students in key boarding web based software (for dental assisting classes) for the purpose of guiding students to get familiar with the use of these tools.
• Develops and maintains inventory supply system.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Desirables

REQUIREMENTS

1. An Associate's and/or Vocational School Degree with study in a job related area and job related experience; OR
2. Any combination equivalent to two years' college-level coursework in specialized field; OR
3. Any combination of education and training equivalent to two years' college-level coursework from an accredited institution in a related field and two years' responsible experience working in a laboratory setting. Additional years of job related experience may be considered experience in lieu of the education required on a year-for-year basis; AND
4. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION

RDA License with two years' dental assisting experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic laboratory support activities
• OSHA safety and Blood Borne Pathogens Standards
• Concepts about dental assistant administrative and clinical duties
• HIPAA regulations and knowledge on how to chart and enter information into the dental record

SKILLS TO:

• Are required to perform simple technical tasks with a frequent need to upgrade skills due to changing job conditions
• Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard dental equipment, preparing and maintaining lab records, utilizing pertinent software applications, performing dental assisting skills dictated by their scope of practice such as chairside procedures assessment, manipulation of dental materials and sterilization techniques
• Use of new or additional equipment brought about by new technology shall be incorporated consistent with the level of responsibility and complexity of this job

ABILITY TO:

• Use basic job related equipment and to schedule routine maintenance of equipment and regular sharps pick up
• Work with others under a variety of circumstances and to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups
• Communicate with persons of varied backgrounds, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; and work in a detailed manner

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

1. In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
2. Criminal Justice/Fingerprint.
3. California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.
4. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, please see the MCCD Emergency Operations Plan.
5. Candidates applying for positions with the Marin Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

The following documents must be attached to your application in order to render it complete. Use the Attachment Type indicated in parentheses when making your attachments.

1. Cover Letter describing your interest in the position, including how you meet the minimum requirements and are qualified to perform the essential functions as listed in this job posting. (cover letter)
2. Resume (resume)
3. Transcript conferring Associate's degree or showing whatever coursework you have completed and are using as the basis for your application as described in the Requirements section above, if applicable. *(transcript)*
4. STATEMENT - Please provide a response to the following prompt (one page maximum):
   At College of Marin, our commitment to educational excellence is grounded in providing equitable opportunities and fostering success for all members of our diverse community. As part of your application for the Instructional Specialist - Dental Assisting position, please reflect on your professional experience and respond to the following:
   • Describe specific ways in which your work has supported or advanced diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, particularly within instructional, administrative, or healthcare-related settings.
   • Share examples of how you have helped create or maintain inclusive, equitable, and respectful environments in your previous roles.
   • Explain how your administrative, instructional, or customer service skills have been used to promote fair access, reduce barriers, or support the success of underrepresented or underserved populations.

Supplemental & Salary Information

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions requires the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling. The job is performed under minimal temperature variation in a generally hazard free environment and in a clean atmosphere. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40 % standing.

ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment
Constant interruptions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to file materials
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally

CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY & RETIREMENT PLAN

Employees in classifications represented by the California School Employees' Association (CSEA) Chapter 196 and are required to comply fully with the CSEA/Marin Community College District (MCCD) Collective Bargaining Agreement. General information regarding rights and responsibilities under the Agreement can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreements section of our Human Resources site. CSEA employees are also members of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), to which the member contributes up to 8% of their reportable compensation on a monthly basis.

WORK SCHEDULE

Campus: Indian Valley Campus (IVC), Novato
Full-time Equivalent: .53 - part-time
Months per Year: 10.5
Work Days/Hours:
20 hours/week

SALARY INFORMATION

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Grade: CSEA 115
Starting Salary Range: $33.92 - $37.40 per hour (step 1 to 3). Normal entering step is Step 1.
Please refer to our Human Resources web site for salary schedules.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications must include the documents listed in the Required Documents section to be rendered complete; incomplete applications will not be accepted. Screening will begin after the priority screening date. Applicants selected to interview will be contacted to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee; however, applicants will be notified of their status, either way, following the screening. Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel to interviews at this time.

THE BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT WITH COLLEGE OF MARIN

**Rates and accruals pro-rated based on FTE.**

CSEA Full-time Employees:
Medical Insurance: The District offers six plan options through Kaiser and Blue Shield. Effective 10/01/2025, the District's contributions for medical insurance coverage are as follows:

• Employee-only: $1,700/month
• Employee plus one dependent: $2,400/month
• Employee plus two or more dependents: $2,900/month

Dental and Vision Insurance - Delta Dental and VSP vision plans for employee and dependents, with no cost to employees

**All employees working less than 12 months per year and/or less than full-time shall receive pro-rated vacation, sick leave, and holiday accruals.**

• Vacation Leave - 90 hours of accrual annually, with additional accrual after 3, 10, and 14 years of service.
• Paid Holidays - 17 paid holidays annually, which includes a paid winter holiday break at the end of December.
• Sick Leave - 7.5 hours per month, 90 hours per year

Retirement through CalPERS - MCCD contributes 27.05% of employee's creditable earnings to CalPERS on a monthly basis (2024/2025). Vested after five (5) years. Mandatory employee contribution for 2024/2025 is 7% - 8%*, depending on original date of membership and prior membership status.

Life Insurance - $50,000, with the option to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for the Lesser of 5x base annual salary or $500,000

Additional Retirement Savings Plans - Employees are also eligible to participate in a voluntary, tax-advantaged 403(b) or 457(b) retirement savings plan.

Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability (employee paid), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's), pet insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additional Benefits (at no cost to employee):

• 24/7 Helpline through the Employee Assistance Program (All members)
• 24/7 Physician Access through MD Live (Blue Shield members).
• Expert Medical Opinions through Teladoc (All members).
• Generic Medications through Costco (Blue Shield members).
• Enhanced Cancer Benefit through Contigo Health (Blue Shield members).
• Hip, Knee, and Spine Surgical Benefit through Carrum Health (Blue Shield members).
• Personal Health Coaching through Vida Health (Blue Shield members).
• Physical Therapy for Back and Joint Pain (Blue Shield members).
• Discounts for Gym memberships, Hearing Aids and LASIK Eye Surgery (Blue Shield members).
• ClassPass Kaiser Permanente has teamed up with fitness industry leader ClassPass to make it easier for employees to exercise from the comfort of their homes. (Kaiser members).

For more information regarding MCCD's comprehensive benefit plans, please see our Marin Community College District 2025/2026 Employee Benefit Guide (Download PDF reader)