This is position serves to develop the Dental Therapy Program including but not limited to curriculum development; completion and submission of the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Dental Therapy self-study in preparation for accreditation and initial site visit; management of the existing HRSA grant designated for development of the dental therapy program; and collaboration and communication with external partners and stakeholders (i.e., Bi-State, Pew Foundation, etc.).

The Program Director will oversee and coordinate the academic and field experiences for the Dental Therapy Program to meet the accreditation criteria for the program and to prepare participating students to be practitioners and to pass clinical licensing examinations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership to carry out the academic and clinical instruction and to assure the educational curriculum to be consistent with dental therapy practices, trends, and accreditation standards
• Provide for ongoing evaluation of the program
• Provide guidance to faculty.
• Provide supervisory leadership and support to program staff.
• Advise students.
• Recruit and recommend new faculty in consultation with program faculty and the Academic Dean.
• Participate in the evaluation of faculty as requested by the Dean of Academic Affairs in keeping with the terms of the faculty collective bargaining unit.
• Make recommendations in consultation with the Dean of Academic Affairs for faculty rea-appointment, promotion, and tenure.
• Plan for orientation of new faculty.
• Prepare a variety of administrative and management reports relating to program activities, data, financial and other informational areas.
• Develop, prepare, and administer the dental therapy operating budget and grants; including implementing controls for the management and disbursement of program funds; prepare and maintain financial reports as needed.
• Stay abreast of current developments and trends in the field of dental therapy through professional development opportunities; serve on related committees and/or boards and participate in state, regional and national affiliations in the best interest of the program.
• Oversee local recruitment activities, establish written criteria for the admissions committee and consult with the Admissions Office regarding prospective candidates for admissions, serve as a member of the admissions committee, assist with site-based orientations, and insure that student related operations are consistent with program and College policies.
• Plan for course scheduling, placement of students in clinical settings and assignment of courses.
• Assure program quality with a focus on student learning outcomes and student success; adherence to accreditation standards; achievement of enrollment and retention targets and priorities established through the strategic planning process.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrators to develop programs, procedures, and practices to improve student transition, progression, and completion of the curriculum.
• Participate in and/or present courses of instruction.
• Confer regularly with the Dean of Academic Affairs and VTC & VSC administration to plan and evaluate program goals, exchange information, and resolve problems.
• Establish and maintain contacts with professional organizations, cooperating agencies, community groups, state and national advisory boards and accreditation organizations.
• Perform other related duties relative to the Dental Therapy Program purpose.
• Collaborate with others on and off campus to bring additional resources-including grants, contracts, and partnerships-to expand and improve instructional initiatives.
• Collaborate and consult with the Dental Hygiene Program Coordinator(s) so as to best serve the students in each program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master of Science in Dental Therapy or Doctoral Degree in Dentistry and a graduate of a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Hold a current Vermont dental or dental therapy license in good standing. Plus, three to five years’ experience in curriculum development and teaching at a collegiate or university level or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• Evidence of leadership and depth and/or breadth in scholarly activity
• Leadership in university/college affairs
• Current dental or dental therapy license without sanctions or restrictions

Non Bargaining Unit Grade: 16 FLSA: Exempt Full-time

Applicants interested in applying must submit a Cover Letter and Resume.

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of the College. Vermont Tech strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds.

Vermont Tech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

NOTE: This job is subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.